The Salinas Californian

The Salinas Californian, often called The Californian, is a newspaper available both online and in print, serving the Salinas, California area, especially the Salinas Valley. It was originally established in 1871 under the name The Salinas City Index and has undergone several rebrandings, adopting its current name during World War II. This publication is part of the USA Today Network and is owned by Gannett, which took over its parent company, Speidel Newspapers Inc., in 1977.

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Hunger strike begins as California prisons hand down biggest restrictions since COVID

1 week ago | thecalifornian.com | Cayla Mihalovich

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Nearly two dozen state prisons last week imposed sweeping restrictions on their incarcerated population — including shutting off all outside communication. Now, hundreds of prisoners are reported to be on a hunger strike to protest the system’s largest restrictions since the pandemic.
Buying a car in California? Here are the state's top car dealerships in 2025

1 week ago | thecalifornian.com | Charles Singh

Finding the right dealership for your car purchasing journey can be the difference between loving your new car or deeply regretting it every time you get behind the wheel. The California New Car Dealers Association forecasts a whopping 1.71 million new vehicle registrants in 2025. Only 69% of consumers are highly satisfied with the car buying process according to a 2023 study conducted by Cox Automotive, a popular automotive service and technology provider.
Salinas community comes out in droves for ‘No Kings’ protest June 14

1 week ago | thecalifornian.com | Roseann Cattani

Salinas, Calif. on the nationwide "No Kings Day of Defiance" June 14, 2025. Crowds lined South Main St. from Blanco Road to San Miguel Ave, waving American flags, holding protest signs, and chanting words of protest to passing motorists, many honking in support. Roseann Cattani/The Salinas CalifornianSalinas, Calif. on the nationwide "No Kings Day of Defiance" June 14, 2025.
‘No Kings’ protest in Salinas, Monterey is June 14 as pushback against Trump intensifies

2 weeks ago | thecalifornian.com | Roseann Cattani |Paris Barraza

Three protests scheduled for Saturday, June 14 in Monterey County are part of the "No Kings Nationwide Day of Defiance." In Salinas, demonstrators will gather at the corner of South Main Street and Blanco Road from noon to 2 p.m., and in Monterey, folks will gather at Window on the Bay from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. And in Big Sur, the protest is scheduled at the Pfeiffer Pullout from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. These protests are in addition to scheduled demonstrations across the Monterey Bay, in...
Special events at state parks on Central Coast part of week-long celebration

2 weeks ago | thecalifornian.com | Roseann Cattani

Over 100 special events are being held at state parks throughout California starting Wednesday, June 11. Part of the fourth annual California State Parks Week (June 11-15), the celebration features special programs and activities highlighting the diversity of the nation’s largest state park system.
Mexican music legends, Los Tigres Del Norte honored in Salinas

2 weeks ago | thecalifornian.com | Roseann Cattani

Monterey County Supervisor Chris Lopez recognizes Marty Glick and Maurice “Mo” Jourdane former attorneys with the California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA) in Salinas who fifty years ago successfully argued against the use of “El Cortito” or short-handled hoe at the California Supreme Court, leading to its ban in the state's agricultural fields, on June 10, 2025, in Salinas, Calif.
‘There is a better way’: As Salinas City Council plots next steps, a petition gathers steam

2 weeks ago | thecalifornian.com | Roseann Cattani

A petition to reinstate the Salinas landmark renter protection laws is the subject of a current signature gathering effort by local advocates. "Protect Salinas Renters is a coalition of interested parties across the city—doctors, nurses, teachers, farm workers and individuals who were part of the organizations that led the policy work over the past couple years," said Matt Huerta, affordable housing advocate and Salinas resident.
California Lottery Powerball, Daily 3 Midday winning numbers for June 7, 2025

2 weeks ago | thecalifornian.com | Daniel Simon

The California Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at June 7, 2025, results for each game:Powerball31-36-43-48-62, Powerball: 25, Power Play: 2Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Daily 3Midday: 3-9-1Evening: 9-7-1Check Daily 3 payouts and previous drawings here. Daily Derby1st:2 Lucky Star-2nd:10 Solid Gold-3rd:1 Gold Rush, Race Time: 1:49.00Check Daily Derby payouts and previous drawings here.
Advocates in Salinas rally against proposed rollback of Medi-Cal for certain immigrants

3 weeks ago | thecalifornian.com | Roseann Cattani

A coalition of health care advocates on Thursday called on State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas to reject Gov. Gavin Newsom's revised budget that would roll back Medi-Cal coverage for certain immigrant adults.
California’s best-kept secret? This underrated destination is just a short drive from Salinas

3 weeks ago | thecalifornian.com | Paris Barraza

U.S. News & World Report has chosen 26 places across the United States as one of the best “underrated travel destinations,” and only one spot in California made the list that boasts national parks and Midwestern towns. And it's just a short drive from Salinas. The honor goes to the small, San Luis Obispo County town of Cambria, which ranked No. 21 on the list of “beloved, lesser-known” destinations.