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    Planned Gilroy detention center will increase arrests, advocates say

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    Monterey County settles suit against slow-moving owner of Quadrangle Building

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    Central Coast representative Lofgren arrives unannounced to inspect ICE facility in Mojave Desert

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    Attorney General Bonta, Santa Clara County sue to block ‘illegal’ ICE facility near Gilroy

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    Monterey County health officials warn of harm to public health from H.R. 1

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    Akira Boch comes home to show documentary at El Teatro Campesino

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    Carmel’s Rumsen Indians ‘youth takeovers’ feature cultural vitality and creativity

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    A village raises a leader

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    We shouldn’t normalize anonymous accusations and taunting

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    Proposed public housing rule could kick hundreds of Central Coast children into the streets

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    CSUMB not reaching 2030 Carbon Neutrality Goal

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    ‘People are watching now’

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    Teen Moms Inc.: Helping young mothers navigate life

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    Una declaración de Dolores Huerta

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    A statement from Dolores Huerta

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    U.S. Army tells lawmakers they’re ‘not aware’ of plans for the Department of Homeland Security to ‘utilize’ Fort Hunter Liggett

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    State watchdog to investigate Salinas politico’s loan from David Drew

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    Reclaiming agency, sharing stories and inspiring change

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About Carlos Rene Castro

Carlos Rene Castro was born in Honduras and has lived in Salinas since he was five. A graduate of Alisal High, his photography has been featured in solo exhibits in Salinas and Los Angeles. He's also a graduate of the youth summer journalism program that's been held in Salinas since 2017.

November 6, 2023

Stateless In this story of dual ‘uncitizenship,’ the life of an undocumented college student from Salinas diverges from his friend’s — because of a single piece of paper.

May 30, 2023

It’s our mental health How three young people keep their minds healthy

September 7, 2022

Fotografías: Bajo la Carpa Circo popular mexicano trae sonrisas a Salinas

Classic cars at the Tavares Family Car Club Mega Show.
August 4, 2022

The cars are the stars Tavares Mega Show takes over the Salinas Airport with classic lowriders — and more

July 27, 2022

Field of Dreams Future soccer stars try out for international teams

June 23, 2022

Juneteenth in Salinas Celebration brings joy, fosters awareness in the community

May 20, 2022

Photographs: Under the Big Top Popular Mexican circus brings smiles to Salinas

April 22, 2022

Getting Their Kicks Sneakerheads find their fix at The Covenant

March 25, 2022

Ciclovía Returns  As COVID restrictions are lifted, the youth-organized fresh air event returns to Salinas to give families a much needed space for recreation and connection. 

March 25, 2022

El regreso de Ciclovía A medida que se levantan las restricciones de COVID, el evento al aire libre organizado por jóvenes regresa a Salinas para brindarles a las familias un espacio muy necesario para la recreación y la conexión.

March 6, 2022

La emoción de las pruebas de selección Los jugadores vienen de todas partes para la oportunidad de unirse al nuevo equipo de fútbol profesional Monterey Bay FC

January 28, 2022

The Thrill of Tryouts Players come from all over for chance to join new professional soccer team Monterey Bay FC

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