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. Read more: http://www.ksbw.com/article/santa-cruz-sheriff-missing-help-woman-at-risk/69299078 

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

FLIGHTS CANCELED | Monterey Regional Airpor is being impacted by the FAA flight cancellations. Read more: https://ksbw-edit.htvapps.net/en/content/edit/4aeb04dc-7796-4a5e-b940-4980424c3606 

A man has been booked for a fatal stabbing that occurred in the Chinatown area of Salinas on Monday morning.

Monterey is making progress on several construction projects aimed at repaving roads and updating traffic signals to meet ADA compliance, with completion expected by December. http://www.ksbw.com/article/monterey-advances-road-upgrades-bond-funding/69001420 

In Santa Cruz, sea otters are charming beachgoers by hopping onto surfboards, prompting warning signs for surfers.

Salinas police say it is investigating a stabbing that occurred in the Chinatown area Monday morning.

"NO KINGS" PROTESTS | Another set of protests is planned nationwide for Saturday, decrying President Donald Trump's policies under the slogan "No Kings," including several on the Central Coast. See where: https://www.ksbw.com/article/no-kings-saturday-across-central-coast-see-where/69077834 

More instances of sea otters interacting with surfers were reported in Santa Cruz, a day after a similar instance. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/more-sea-ottersurfer-santa-cruz-board-theft/69077696

The Lettuce Run Club is hosting its first race at Borchard Farms in Salinas this weekend to raise funds for student literacy programs.

AFFORDABLE INSULIN | Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Thursday that the first state-made insulin would be available at the start of 2026. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/california-launch-state-made-insulin-2026/69063072 

1.3 MILLION RAISED | The Monterey Bay Aquarium reached its Sea Otter Program fundraising goal in under eight hours after a Taylor Swift–inspired vintage T-shirt campaign. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/monterey-bay-aquarium-taylor-swift-otter-tee-donations/69061177 

SURFING OTTER | A sea otter swiped a surfer’s board near 550 West Cliff Dr. in Santa Cruz on Wednesday. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/sea-otter-steal-surfer-board-santa-cruz-uninjured/69049350 

CRIME DOWN | President Donald Trump said he would strongly recommend, at the request of government leaders, sending the National Guard to San Francisco. San Francisco leaders and Governor Newsom say that it is unnecessary. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ykf5ud4t 

OTTER FUNDRAISER | The Monterey Bay Aquarium is launching a limited-time fundraiser to support its sea otter program, inspired by a vintage T-shirt recently worn by Taylor Swift. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/taylor-swifts-vintage-otter-t-shirt-fundraiser-monterey-aquarium/69033297 

President Donald Trump has posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was fatally shot last month. Click the link in bio for a recap of the ceremony.

A fast-moving shower over Salinas is expected to bring wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny-size hail through 2 p.m. Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service in San Francisco.

Some airports around the country are refusing to play a video with a message from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown and its impacts on TSA operations because of its political content. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/2jra7t7k 

The National Weather Service has just issued a flood advisory for a portion of Santa Cruz County.

According to CHP, a 41-year-old Salinas man driving a white Kia SUV was traveling north in the southbound lanes of Highway 101.

The Central Coast is expecting widespread wet weather into Tuesday.

CRAWL SPACE MURDER | A Salinas cold case—where a man killed his teen stepson in the 1980s and the boy’s remains were discovered by a new occupant more than a decade later—is getting national attention again. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/26x53xj5

ADDRESSES APPROVED |On Tuesday, the City Council voted 5-0 to take away the wealthy oceanfront town’s calling card, and instead add something that virtually every other town in the U.S. already has: street addresses. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3ttp2p8u

White House budget office announces “substantial” federal firings as government shutdown goes on. The latest: https://www.ksbw.com/article/budget-office-says-substantial-firings-of-federal-workers-have-started-government-shutdown/69000520 

We’re celebrating Dan Green’s 30 years at KSBW Action News 8. Watch the tribute at 6 p.m., and share your congratulations and memories for Dan in the comments. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/pnfnznew 

Taylor Swift fans recently spotted the popstar in a vintage Monterey Bay Aquarium t-shirt during her Life of a Showgirl album release movie. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/taylor-swift-spotted-90s-monterey-bay-aquarium-shirt-during-album-release-party/68855397 

A 29-year-old Uber driver has been accused of igniting a fire on New Year's Eve that smoldered underground and days later erupted as Los Angeles' deadly Palisades Fire Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/arrest-deadly-pacific-palisades-wildfire/68907421 

Hamas said Friday that it has accepted some elements of U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip, including giving up power and releasing all remaining hostages, but that others require futher consultations among Palestinians.

MAC JONES in a Thursday night thriller! #49ers #rams

HIT-AND-RUN | Monterey police say they are searching for a hit-and-run suspect who injured a juvenile on Saturday. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/monterey-police-seaside-man-hit-and-run-juvenile/68287900 

NEW LICENSE | Starting Today, newly issued California driver's licenses and identification cards will have an updated design with advanced security features. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/california-launches-new-drivers-licenses-security/68160566 

The Salinas Fire Department is responding to a first-alarm structure fire on Tuesday.

DAISO OPENING | A highly anticipated Japanese dollar store has announced when its first Central Coast location will open. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/japanese-dollar-store-daiso-salinas-opening-date/68135365 

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an alleged patricide in the Prunedale area that occurred Sunday night.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is searching for a man wanted for allegedly decapitating a sea lion in Pacific Grove. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/tjz3rkef 

BILLBOARD DATING | A Salinas native is turning to advertising in her search for love. Read more: http://www.ksbw.com/article/husband-salinas-advertises-bay-area-billboards/68118092 

FALL ACTIVITIES: Did we miss any? What is your favorite way to celebrate fall on the Central Coast? Let us know in the comments section. See more activities:https://www.ksbw.com/article/pumpkin-patches-on-the-central-coast-california/68045660 

Nationwide Starbucks closures have been announced as part of the coffee giant's efforts to cut costs. Several locations on the Central Coast have announced closures. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/4revhsyu 

Years after a racist rant in Los Angeles derailed the Seinfeld actor’s career, Michael Richards is set for a limited California tour that will bring the disgraced actor to the Central Coast. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/seinfeld-star-plans-monterey-tour-racist-rant/68067519 

Viewer Felix Alfaro sent this photo in during this morning's lightning storm on a hill near the Capitola Village. For more weather coverage, click here: https://www.ksbw.com/article/storm-in-monterey-county-moving-north/68048021 

The NWS warns of possible pea-sized hail nd 30 mph hour winds. The statement has been issued to run until 5:30 p.m

After 56 years on air, KION-TV will shut down its news operations beginning today. Telemundo 23 also shares a newsroom, and its staff was also terminated. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/kion-news-department-immediately-shut-down-after-56-years/68021534 

After 56 years on air, KION-TV will shut down their news operations beginning today, two sources familiar with the matter have confirmed to KSBW.

BOSA'S SEASON OVER | The 49ers remain undefeated after a narrow win over the Cardinals, but at the cost of their star defensive end. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/49ers-nick-bosa-out-season-torn-acl-california/68005617 

49ers WIN | The Niners inched out the win in their home opener and move to 3-0!

Soquel vs. Aptos! Who takes home the W?

VICTIMS IDENTIFIED | Two people who were killed Friday night in a shooting have been identified. Read more: https://www.ksbw.com/article/two-dead-in-salinas-shooting/67979522 

Capitola police say a man was arrested after he was stabbed during an incident in which he allegedly threatened to kill people and struck someone with a metal pipe.

ALBUM PARTY | Taylor Swift has announced that theaters across the country will host a release party for her new album, "The Life of a Showgirl." See where you can attend: https://www.ksbw.com/article/taylor-swift-theater-release-party-how-to-see-it/67964083 

ARTICHOKE FESTIVAL | The Castroville Artichoke Festival, a tradition since 1959, is returning to its original location in Castroville after being held in Monterey for the past decade, thanks to community feedback and a unanimous decision. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/4fex8z5d