Several Central Coast transportation improvement projects receive funding from State
The California Transportation Commission announced that it is providing $1.4 billion for projects intended to repair and improve transportation…
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Central Coast counties prepared to undertake third COVID dose effort
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION) Local health leaders say they are prepared for another mass vaccination rollout on the Central…
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Where to get vaccinated in Monterey County
There are currently 76 locations in Monterey County where residents get the Pfizer, Moderna or Johnson & Johnson Vaccine.…
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Residents receive voting ballots in the mail as early voting begins
Residents across California and the Central Coast received their mail-in ballots for the recall election of Governor Gavin…
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Residents reflect on one year anniversary of Central Coast wildfires
It has been one year since the River and CZU Lightning Complex fires started during a dry lightning storm, and residents living in the area where the…
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BBB warns of student loan scams targeting recent graduates
As college graduates begin their first post-undergrad jobs, many of them will also need to start paying back their student…
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Thousands without power in Monterey County
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION) UPDATE 8/15/21 11:17 a.m. PG&E now estimates that power will be restored by 4:00 p.m on Monday August 16th.…
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1716 seeks more members to avoid closure
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1716 in Watsonville is facing potential closure after members failed to attend an important…
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Water Department considers overuse penalties as drought conditions worsen statewide
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) The Santa Cruz Water Department is closely monitoring water supplies and water use in Santa Cruz amid the worsening drought…
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Man arrested for attempted murder in Hollister
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION) Hollister Police have arrested a 19-year-old for allegedly trying to murder a 21-year-old Hollister man.…
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Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital re-implements protective measures amid rising COVID-19 cases
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION) Health officials at Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital say they will be re-implementing protective measures to help combat the…
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Mandate Covid-19 vaccine for active duty military members
FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. (KION) Covid-19 vaccinations will soon be mandatory for all active duty U.S. Military members. The Pentagon announced…
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Santa Cruz non-profit serving foster youth reopens center
he Santa Cruz County Office of Education and CASA of Santa Cruz held a press conference for the reopening of the CASA center and the start of a new…
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Air Quality (as of 8 AM)GOOD for all reporting WEATHER STORYSmoke from large wildfires in Northern California moves slowly eastward due to upper…
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Oaxaca comes to Seaside
Central coast residents can enjoy the taste of Oaxaca, Mexico at the “Oaxaca by the Sea” event today, which features food, dancing, music and…
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Warning about the future of pork products in California
Meat producers are warning that come January 1st, pork products may begin disappearing from California store shelves. It’s all happening because it’s…
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Fentanyl arrest made in Santa Cruz
Two men were arrested on suspicion of dealing fentanyl Friday night.…
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Pacific Grove charitable organization reports stolen trailer with equipment
A charitable organization in Pacific Groves has had its trailer filled with equipment used for fundraising events…
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Salinas expects to continue with permits for businesses and outdoor operations
Some businesses in Salinas might be able to continue having operations outdoors despite the end date.…
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Goodwill Central Coast holding back-to-school backpack giveaway
Goodwill Central Coast is giving away 200 backpacks filled with school supplies to celebrate the start of the school year.…
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Two men arrested for attempted car break-in, possibly linked to 10 other burglaries
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION) Two men have been arrested after being accused of breaking into a car near the 300 block of Third Street.…
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Rental assistance available for Monterey County residents
Despite receiving thousands of applications for rental and utility assistance, there are still funds…
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All employees at Montage Health will need to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 in the coming…
Continue Reading CDC issues new temporary eviction moratorium
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is issuing a new, “temporary” moratorium on evictions. It’s based on the…
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Central Coast schools prepare to welcome students back
Schools across the Central Coast are getting ready to welcome their students back for the new school…
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Where to find National Night Out events on the Central Coast
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION) An annual community event held around the country is returning to the Central Coast this year. National Night Out…
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Street light struggles in Santa Cruz
A resident in Santa Cruz is pretty frustrated about a nearby street light. He reached out to me to try and get it…
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Law enforcement race in the annual Police Pursuit 2021
Law enforcement agencies in Santa Cruz County unite for the annual Police Pursuit fundraiser event at Ocean Speedway in Watsonville.…
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Local concerns over another shutdown heat up as Delta variant spreads
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) As the Delta Variant continues to wreak havoc across the country, sending up cases and hospitalizations mainly among the…
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Santa Cruz police, Monterey County Sheriff report several overdose deaths in recent weeks
Both the Santa Cruz Police Department and the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office report several recent overdoses and some may be linked to marijuana…
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Boulder Creek store closes temporarily due to COVID-19 concerns
A store in Boulder Creek has decided to temporarily close its doors due to concerns about…
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Tomato shortage due drought could hike up prices of the crop
The drought is impacting farmers across the west. In California, tomato growers experiencing a shortage.…
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Central Coast gears up for Recall Election
The recall election for Governor Gavin Newsom is September 14th, 2021. For voters across the Central Coast, this election will look similar to last…
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Local golf courses are on par with water conservation efforts
With acres worth of greens to water, one may wonder how golf courses manage to stay green without making a divot in water supply.…
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Avelo Airlines to begin offering new flights from Monterey to Burbank
Avelo Airlines announced that it will soon begin offering direct flights between the Hollywood Burbank Airport and the Monterey Regional Airport, and…
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Senator to give more than $1 billion to venues closed during pandemic, including many on Central Coast
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) announced that nearly 1,400 California venues will get more than $1 billion in…
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Schools get ready to start in the fall, what are classrooms going to look like?
As parents are getting ready to send their kids back to school, school districts and sharing their plans to keep their students and staff safe from…
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United Way Monterey County hosts 11th annual ‘Stuff the Bus’ event to help local students in need
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION) Students are getting ready to go back to school and United Way Monterey County is partnering up with the Monterey…
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CDPH announces vaccine verification and testing policy for state and health employees
Health officials announced they will be implementing a new vaccine verification system and a testing mandate for state health and…
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Salinas Police: at least one person injured after stabbing
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) At least one person is injured after a stabbing incident that happened on Rossi Street and North Main Street in Salinas.…
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Artichoke Festival wraps up, here’s what you missed
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) If you’ve driven through the 156 and 183 highways, you’ve seen infinite rows of Jurassic-looking plants growing from the side…
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HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra visits Central Coast to encourage COVID-19 vaccinations
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra is set to tour a coronavirus vaccination…
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Central Coast nurses voice demands on Day of Action
Registered nurses across the county and on the Central Coast are taking part in a National Day of Action.…
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Caltrans cancels remaining overnight closures on Highway 1 at Bixby Bridge
Caltrans has been doing maintenance work on Highway 1 near Bixby Bridge since July 12, and that has meant overnight…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Local experts weigh in on what Critical Race Theory is — and isn’t
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION) In a KION Targeted Special Report, we explore a hot button uses that involves race, education and the future of what it…
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Santa Cruz health experts discuss vaccinations
Santa Cruz County healthcare leaders will be having a press conference today to discuss vaccinations. …
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Local businesses react to new Central Coast mask recommendations
With increasing cases of COVID-19, Bay Area cities last week recommended indoor masking in public places.…
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Traffic Alert: Highway 1 reopened in both directions near Soquel Drive
The California Highway Patrol has closed Highway 1 in both directions due to a person in crisis in the…
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Free vaccinations, immigration consultations to be provided at Royal Oaks event
Several Central Coast agencies are hosting a clinic to provide free COVID-19 vaccines, free immigration consultations and free…
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Pacific Grove distributes coupons to support local restaurants
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION) For two and a half months in spring 2021, the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce distributed coupons for $10 off any meal…
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