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UPDATE: The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office says this is now a search-and-recovery mission for the missing man. Two women were also swept into the ocean and were taken to the hospital.
2 washed into ocean in Big Sur, 1 still missing
Second search and rescue operation in the coastal waters of Big Sur in the span of a week
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November 23, 2025 at 2:21 AM
UPDATE: The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office says this is now a search-and-recovery mission for the missing man. Two women were also swept into the ocean and were taken to the hospital.
OCEAN RESCUE | Crews are working to find a missing person after two visitors to Soberanes Point were washed into the ocean, Saturday. One of the two was able to make it out of the water.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:32 AM
OCEAN RESCUE | Crews are working to find a missing person after two visitors to Soberanes Point were washed into the ocean, Saturday. One of the two was able to make it out of the water.
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Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico was crowned Miss Universe 2025, a dramatic victory for a 25-year-old at the center of the turbulent 74th staging of the popular beauty pageant in Bangkok.
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November 21, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Fátima Bosch Fernández of Mexico was crowned Miss Universe 2025, a dramatic victory for a 25-year-old at the center of the turbulent 74th staging of the popular beauty pageant in Bangkok.
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Ice Skating by the Bay returned to Monterey on Friday, in time for the holiday season.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Ice Skating by the Bay returned to Monterey on Friday, in time for the holiday season.
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Seaside Police Chief Nick Borges said an adult woman is being transported to a Bay Area hospital with serious injuries.
Helicopter responds to Seaside incident; woman airlifted to Bay Area hospital
Seaside police say that an attempted suicide has prompted a helicopter response in Seaside.
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November 21, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Seaside Police Chief Nick Borges said an adult woman is being transported to a Bay Area hospital with serious injuries.
Several California leaders are criticizing President Trump’s newly released five-year offshore leasing plan, which includes two proposed lease sales off the Central Coast.
California leaders blast Trump offshore drilling plan that includes 2 Central Coast leases
Several California leaders are criticizing President Trump’s newly released five-year offshore leasing plan, which includes two proposed lease sales off the Central Coast.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Several California leaders are criticizing President Trump’s newly released five-year offshore leasing plan, which includes two proposed lease sales off the Central Coast.
The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is on the third day of its search for an at-risk missing woman.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is on the third day of its search for an at-risk missing woman.
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SILVER ALERT ISSUED | The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate a missing at-risk woman.
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November 19, 2025 at 9:56 PM
SILVER ALERT ISSUED | The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate a missing at-risk woman.
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RIP HELEN | The Monterey Peninsula is mourning the loss of longtime community advocate Helen Rucker, who passed away Wednesday morning at age 93.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:40 PM
RIP HELEN | The Monterey Peninsula is mourning the loss of longtime community advocate Helen Rucker, who passed away Wednesday morning at age 93.
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The longtime companion of missing Utah woman Danielle Staley has spoken out for the first time since reporting her missing on November 7, denying any involvement in her disappearance and offering to take a polygraph test.
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November 19, 2025 at 6:55 PM
The longtime companion of missing Utah woman Danielle Staley has spoken out for the first time since reporting her missing on November 7, denying any involvement in her disappearance and offering to take a polygraph test.
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The Salinas City Council is set to discuss a proposal by Taylor Farms to potentially develop two city-owned parking lots into a mixed-use site, including housing and possibly a hotel.
Salinas City Council to discuss Taylor Farms development proposal
The Salinas City Council is set to discuss a proposal by Taylor Farms to potentially develop two city-owned parking lots into a mixed-use site, including housing and possibly a hotel.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:26 AM
The Salinas City Council is set to discuss a proposal by Taylor Farms to potentially develop two city-owned parking lots into a mixed-use site, including housing and possibly a hotel.
Monterey County supervisors have unanimously voted to contract Correctional Healthcare Partners for five years to provide healthcare services at the county jail, following lawsuits against the previous provider.
Monterey County approves new $139M jail healthcare provider deal
Monterey County supervisors have unanimously voted to contract Correctional Healthcare Partners for five years to provide healthcare services at the county jail, following lawsuits against the previous provider.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Monterey County supervisors have unanimously voted to contract Correctional Healthcare Partners for five years to provide healthcare services at the county jail, following lawsuits against the previous provider.
The House passed a bill 427-1 ordering the Justice Department to release all unclassified records in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:11 AM
The House passed a bill 427-1 ordering the Justice Department to release all unclassified records in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
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Exclusive: Full interview with Danielle Staley’s boyfriend in the article. He addresses the timeline, polygraph offer, and online criticism.
Search continues for missing Utah woman as boyfriend denies involvement
The boyfriend of a missing Utah woman, last seen in Aptos, speaks out as the search continues, denying involvement in her disappearance.
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November 18, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Exclusive: Full interview with Danielle Staley’s boyfriend in the article. He addresses the timeline, polygraph offer, and online criticism.
A few excited fans can’t wait for Raising Cane’s debut in Salinas on Tuesday morning; some began camping out Sunday night.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:13 AM
A few excited fans can’t wait for Raising Cane’s debut in Salinas on Tuesday morning; some began camping out Sunday night.
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The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has identified the girl whose body was found by volunteer diver Juan Heredia on Sunday.
Monterey County coroner identifies girl recovered near Garrapata Beach
Authorities say a child’s body matching the description of a missing 5-year-old has washed ashore.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:46 PM
The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has identified the girl whose body was found by volunteer diver Juan Heredia on Sunday.
California plans to revoke 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses given to immigrants after the Trump administration raised concerns about people illegally receiving licenses to drive a semitruck or a bus.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:40 AM
California plans to revoke 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses given to immigrants after the Trump administration raised concerns about people illegally receiving licenses to drive a semitruck or a bus.
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Lightning lit up the Central Coast sky last night—check out this incredible shot. Have weather photos or video? Share them with us here: https://www.ksbw.com/upload
November 13, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Lightning lit up the Central Coast sky last night—check out this incredible shot. Have weather photos or video? Share them with us here: https://www.ksbw.com/upload
Flag football standout wide receiver Alissa Escutia was selected by the 49ers for her work on the field and in the classroom. She was named one of eight finalists for the award.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Flag football standout wide receiver Alissa Escutia was selected by the 49ers for her work on the field and in the classroom. She was named one of eight finalists for the award.
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Today, we observe Veterans Day—honoring the service, sacrifice, and courage of all who served. Thank you, veterans.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Today, we observe Veterans Day—honoring the service, sacrifice, and courage of all who served. Thank you, veterans.
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Marina police are asking people near Imjin Road and Imjin Parkway to shelter in place while officers search for a person potentially involved in an attempted armed carjacking on Monday.
Shelter-in-place issued for possible outstanding attempted carjacker in Marina
Marina police are asking people near Imjin Road and Imjin Parkway to shelter in place while officers search for a person potentially involved in an attempted armed carjacking on Monday.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Marina police are asking people near Imjin Road and Imjin Parkway to shelter in place while officers search for a person potentially involved in an attempted armed carjacking on Monday.
MORE CANCELED FLIGHTS | As the mandatory flight reduction rules remain in effect, more flights have been canceled at the Monterey Regional Airport.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
MORE CANCELED FLIGHTS | As the mandatory flight reduction rules remain in effect, more flights have been canceled at the Monterey Regional Airport.
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MISSING & AT-RISK | The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office says it has reason to believe a woman last seen on Thursday may be at risk and that foul play may be involved.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:50 PM
MISSING & AT-RISK | The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office says it has reason to believe a woman last seen on Thursday may be at risk and that foul play may be involved.
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We’re proud to present Frank with the KSBW Golden Whistle Award, recognizing his dedication to inspiring the next generation of athletes — both on and off the field. 🏆
Join us in celebrating a true leader, mentor, and role model in our community! #GoldenWhistleAward
Join us in celebrating a true leader, mentor, and role model in our community! #GoldenWhistleAward
November 7, 2025 at 8:04 PM
We’re proud to present Frank with the KSBW Golden Whistle Award, recognizing his dedication to inspiring the next generation of athletes — both on and off the field. 🏆
Join us in celebrating a true leader, mentor, and role model in our community! #GoldenWhistleAward
Join us in celebrating a true leader, mentor, and role model in our community! #GoldenWhistleAward
FLIGHTS CANCELED | Monterey Regional Airpor is being impacted by the FAA flight cancellations.
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November 6, 2025 at 11:26 PM
FLIGHTS CANCELED | Monterey Regional Airpor is being impacted by the FAA flight cancellations.
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