Rally in Seaside touts water measure for November 2018 ballot

An effort to accomplish that kicked off Saturday afternoon when the group Public Water Now held a rally at Laguna Grande Park. There were petitions available for signing, a chance to donate to the cause and to be videotaped while telling about experiences dealing with California American Water's Monterey District Water System.

Leaders vent frustration for long-delayed Pajaro River levee project

WATSONVILLE >> Frustration levels ran high Wednesday afternoon as elected leaders came together for an annual discussion on a decades-long effort to improve Pajaro River flood control safety. The river's levees in and around Watsonville were first built in 1949, with major breaches and flooding occurring in 1955, 1958, 1995 and 1998.

Q&A with Fort Ord Reuse Authority Executive Director Michael Houlemard

Marina >> Michael Houlemard has been at the helm of the organization tasked with transitioning Fort Ord from an Army base to civilian use for almost 20 years. The Fort Ord Reuse Authority, created by the state Legislature after the installation was closed in 1994, seeks to replace what the military once had with housing, businesses, open space and recreation.

California congressional leaders visit Soberanes and Chimney fires

California congressional leaders are taking a look at the damage from the Soberanes and the Chimney fires in Monterey County. Representatives Sam Farr and Loretta Sanchez said they'll be going to Congress next month in hopes of getting federal help for the state.