Monterey County

When powerful winter storms overwhelmed Pajaro’s aging levee system in March, it forced thousands to evacuate their homes. Six months later, many still struggle to return.

A vegetation fire is burning in southern Monterey County near Indian Valley road. The Monterey County Sheriff's office has evacuated nearby residents.

The wet winter has led to countless flowers decorating our local landscapes. Science illustrator Erin Hunter guided KAZU's Doug McKnight on a walk through a coastal superbloom, describing the species and colors along the way.

Santa Cruz County Deputy Health Officer David Ghilarducci reacts to the end of the national COVID-19 public health emergency, which was lifted today.

Monterey County hosts first event to help expunge criminal records.

Monterey County officials say the levee breach that devastated the community of Pajaro has been plugged. Now, the focus is turning to a more lasting fix.

A section of Highway 1 between Santa Cruz and Monterey is set to reopen. It had been closed at the Pajaro Bridge since Sunday.

Communities along the Pajaro river narrowly avoided disaster, as aging levees struggled to hold back catastrophic flood waters during January’s relentless storms. Despite decades of neglect and a growing awareness of the levees’ dire condition, a permanent fix is still years away.

Divers recovered Dennis the Menace from a canal off Del Monte Boulevard in Monterey, after the bronze statue was stolen last August.

As many prepare to celebrate the holidays, local health officials are asking residents to be vigilant as they spend time with friends and family.