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The Monterey Bay Aquarium's leader steps back after 40 years, a new park at Old Capitol site and atmospheric rivers

KAZU | By Erin Malsbury,

Published February 14, 2025 at 8:58 AM PST

A large jellyfish drifts in front of a deep blue background — The Monterey Bay Aquarium was the first to create large-scale jellyfish exhibits.

In today's newscast, Monterey takes another step toward developing a park at the Old Capitol site and atmospheric rivers this week prompt evacuations, closures and flood risk. Plus, a conversation with Julie Packard, the founding executive director of the Monterey Bay Aquarium as she leaves that job after 40 years.

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Erin Malsbury

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