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Plaskett Fire destroys 29,993 acres in Monterey County

Around town

The Plaskett Fire has destroyed 29,993 acres in Monterey County and is 97% contained.

Monterey County California DeskSep 20, 2026

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Crop robotics grows, but scale remains a hurdle

Jobs and economy

Crop-robotics companies are expanding in the United States, but many have not yet reached large-scale commercial operations.

Monterey County California DeskSep 18, 2026

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Rivas renews opposition to proposed Gilroy ICE center

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Speaker Rivas again opposed a proposed ICE center in Gilroy after a judge found the site failed to meet environmental standards.

Monterey County California DeskSep 17, 2026

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MST launches Uber voucher program for eligible riders

Roads and transit

Monterey-Salinas Transit has started an Uber voucher program for people with disabilities, seniors and veterans.

Monterey County California DeskSep 12, 2026

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Monterey County sheriff puts missing girl’s safety first

Police, fire and courts

The sheriff has emphasized the missing girl’s safety after facing criticism over an earlier view described as harsh.

Monterey County California DeskSep 10, 2026

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Amber Alert issued in Monterey County baby death case

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Authorities are searching for Sergio Galvez Perez and Diana Galvez Ortega after a baby was found dead in Monterey County.

Monterey County California DeskSep 8, 2026

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Amber Alert issued for 14-year-old Monterey County girl

Around town

The girl is believed to have been taken, and her father is described as a fugitive.

Monterey County California DeskSep 7, 2026