Cal Fire ramps up staffing as dry lightning looms
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – CAL FIRE is on alert tonight, keeping a close eye on the threat of dry lightning in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The…
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Search continues for suspect in alleged sexual assualt in Santa Cruz a month later
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – The ongoing investigation into the alleged violent sexual assault that happened more than a month ago near the 400…
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No new E-Bike laws for now, Santa Cruz says education is the answer
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – As e-bikes become more popular across Santa Cruz, local officials are responding to growing concerns about safety,…
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Crash-prone Highway 101 and Rock Road intersection gets permanent fix Friday
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) –Big changes are coming to a well-known trouble spot on Highway 101 in San Benito County. Following dozens of…
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Santa Cruz’s BCycle program not working for all riders
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — BCyle, Santa Cruz County’s bicycle share program, is now facing criticism from some, riders saying its too expensive,…
Continue ReadingNational tourism trends trickle down locally in Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) –Monterey County leaders are looking to the future of tourism, with an emphasis on bringing back international…
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Santa Cruz County hatchery receives funds from local cannabis tax ahead of salmon season
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — A nearly $4 million state cannabis tax grant is funding something you might not expect: salmon conservation. “Our…
Continue ReadingValley fever cases rise in Monterey County
A sharp rise in valley fever cases in the county of Monterey. Health officials say the spike is connected to dust, drought, and changing weather…
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CAL FIRE staying ahead of wildfires in latest string of lightning fire events
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – Thunderstorms swept through the Bay Area and the Central Valley overnight Tuesday, lighting up the sky and…
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Lifeguards warn of Labor Day rip currents
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) —The heat sent thousands flocking to the coast this Labor Day weekend, with beaches across Santa Cruz County…
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Soledad rushes to save Homeless Youth Program before 1.6 million dollar grant expires
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV) – The City of Soledad is facing a race against time to put \$1.6 million in federal grant money to use, aiming to help…
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Busy Salinas intersection has neighbors begging for safety changes
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – A Salinas neighborhood is raising safety concerns about a busy intersection where three schools are located…
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Santa Cruz’s first luxury hotel La Bahia is ready for its debut
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – The brand new La Bahia Hotel and Spa is gearing up to welcome guests in just a few weeks. The hotel is right across…
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City of Santa Cruz launches storefront beautification grant
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — The City of Santa Cruz is launching a storefront beautification program that is currently seeking commercial…
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City seeks alternatives after bridge pathway plan hits roadblocks
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – Businesses near the Santa Cruz Harbor say they’re feeling the impact of the ongoing Murray Street Bridge…
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Castroville hosts new Marine Mammal Center for Monterey Bay
CASTROVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Marine Mammal Center is opening a new triage facility in Castroville, built to help more sick and injured sea…
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Farmers slammed by 1,366% spike in regulatory costs
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) –State and federal regulations continue to tighten around California farms, and in the Salinas Valley, that pressure is…
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Family seeks justice as the search for Search for Alfredo Arredondo intensifies, reward offered
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – The search is intensifying for a fugitive accused of killing a Hollister man four years ago. That deadly…
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Santa Cruz breaks ground on library and affordable housing
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The City of Santa Cruz is celebrating a major milestone as it breaks ground on a long-anticipated development…
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Santa Cruz nonprofit speaks out after Black Lives Matter banner stolen for third time
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — A nonprofit in Santa Cruz is speaking out after the theft of its Black Lives Matter banner, again. The Walnut…
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Santa Cruz Police asking for the community’s help in finding this man
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — On August 8, Santa Cruz Police say that a woman was violently attacked and sexually assaulted while walking near the…
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Five years after the CZU fire, a community rebuilds from the ashes
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – Five years after the CZU Lightning Complex Fire tore through the Santa Cruz Mountains, the community is still…
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Monterey County provides update on Moss Landing battery storage fire cleanup
MOSS LANDING, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) gave an update on the Moss Landing battery storage fire Wednesday. They…
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New traffic project to help congestion near Toro Park Elementary
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Cut-through traffic near Toro Park Elementary has become a safety hazard, according to officials, and now…
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Multiple highways in Monterey County starting construction; expect delays
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Drivers in Monterey County can expect delays due to multiple lane closures on highways 1, 101, 68 and 183…
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Meet the locals making money from home, with nothing but a kitchen and a permit
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – You can now legally run a food business straight from your own home kitchen in Santa Cruz County, thanks to a new…
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Bacteria detected in dead seals raises health concerns along the coast
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – If you’re planning a beach day anytime soon especially with your dog you’ll want to be aware of a dangerous…
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Safeway workers demand fair pay, strike could hit stores within hours
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) —Thousands of Safeway workers across Northern California are on the verge of walking off the job if a new labor agreement…
Continue ReadingSanta Cruz’s iconic Catalyst venue hits the market
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) -A landmark in downtown Santa Cruz, the iconic Catalyst, is now on the market for $4.55 million. For many longtime…
Continue ReadingSanta Cruz job market struggles amid rising housing cost
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – The job market in Santa Cruz County is facing significant challenges as the workforce continues to shrink. …
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Santa Cruz BLM mural could be removed under new federal rules
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – The controversy over political artwork on public streets is fueling a new federal safety push aimed at keeping…
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Wildfire watch CAL FIRE prepares for peak season
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – It’s mid-summer, and wildfire season is reaching its peak across California. As conditions dry out and rainfall…
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Santa Cruz County schools face $10 Million funding freeze by Trump administration
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) –Federal education funds that Santa Cruz County schools were relying on have been suddenly frozen, putting key…
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Federal crackdown on intersection designs puts Monterey’s rainbow crosswalk at potential risk
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The controversy surrounding rainbow crosswalks in Monterey continues to stir debate as federal transportation…
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Hollister’s Independence rally returns after 8 year break
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION) — After an eight-year hiatus, the legendary Hollister Independence Rally is roaring back to life, bringing with it crowds,…
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Controversial syringe program returns to Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) – A controversial syringe distribution program is back in the spotlight in Santa Cruz County. After being shut down last…
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New report reveals major gaps in Santa Cruz human trafficking response
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) – A new Santa Cruz County Grand Jury report is revealing serious gaps in how local officials address human trafficking. The…
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Why the Cocoanut Grove at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk has a new name
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – One of Santa Cruz’s most iconic venues has a new name. What used to be called the Cocoanut Grove is now officially…
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Electric cars coming to Watsonville in new shared ride program
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) – An electric car share program is officially on its way to Watsonville. The Watsonville City Council has approved a…
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Work begins on Castroville’s new arch upgrade
CASTROVILLE, Calif. (KION) – A familiar landmark in Castroville is getting a major upgrade as the town’s iconic “Artichoke Center of the World”…
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Months long Murray Bridge closure hits harbor businesses
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Murray Street Bridge in Santa Cruz is now completely shut down in both directions, and it’s not…
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