Central Coast Archives

Small business owners plead “No more shut downs”

August 31, 2020 7:36 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Small business owners anticipate permanent business…

Several Central Coast post offices reopen following fires, two still closed

August 31, 2020 1:12 PM Avery Johnson

After fires broke out in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties, several post offices closed, but one has now…

Salons and Barber shops to reopen indoor services

August 30, 2020 5:37 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Salons and barber shops reopen for indoor…

Monterey opens disaster recovery center for fire victims

August 30, 2020 5:15 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Monterey disaster recovery center for fire…

Recovery Resource Center for fire evacuees now open in Santa Cruz

August 29, 2020 3:49 PM Jocelyn Ortega

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) A recovery resource center for people impacted by the recent wildfires is now open at the Kaiser Permanente Arena in Santa…

California cracks down on Pismo clam poaching

August 27, 2020 2:38 PM The Associated Press

California wildlife authorities have seized thousands of undersized Pismo clams and issued numerous citations to…

Helping firefighters and others impacted by wildfires

August 26, 2020 8:11 PM Jocelyn Ortega

MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) Firefighters across the Central Coast have organized their own relief efforts for other fire fighters and community members…

Six people remain missing during CZU Complex Fires

August 26, 2020 10:34 AM Max Tarlton

Fire crews continue to battle the CZU Complex Fires and as the fire grows in acreage in Santa Cruz and San Mateo counties, there are still people who…

Ash from fires could damage paint on vehicles

August 25, 2020 4:03 PM Avery Johnson, Victor Guzman

Those holding off on washing ash from wildfires off your car might be in for an unpleasant…

Free meals for community members impacted by Central Coast fires

August 24, 2020 7:24 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Restaurants on the Central Coast are offering free meals to evacuees, firefighters, law enforcement and anyone…

New animation gives look at canyon that lies at the bottom of the Monterey Bay

August 25, 2020 4:50 PM Avery Johnson

The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) has released a new animation showing what…

Santa Cruz County urges tent campers to go indoors amid Red Flag warning

August 23, 2020 4:50 PM Max Tarlton

A red flag warning is effect in Santa Cruz County, which means erratic winds are possible.…

Santa Cruz County fire evacuees seek refuge on the shores

August 22, 2020 5:52 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Fire evacuees seek refuge on the beach…

Miracle mountain house survives wildfires

August 22, 2020 5:38 PM Max Tarlton

As fires continue to burn on the central coast… a story of…

SPCA Monterey County under evacuation warning, moving animals elsewhere

August 22, 2020 2:39 PM Travis Schlepp

SPCA Monterey County, which is currently under an evacuation warning, is proactively moving animals and supplies from their…

Visitors asked to avoid Santa Cruz County to help keep beds open for evacuees

August 22, 2020 1:15 PM Jessica Brest

The Santa Cruz County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) requested that visitors refrain from traveling to Santa Cruz County through September 1 in…

Red Flag Warning issued for Central Coast, Bay Area

August 22, 2020 12:11 PM KION546 News Team

The National Weather Service says erratic wind and thunderstorms could arrive in areas already dealing with major wildfires.…

Fire evacuations are happening around the Central Coast. What can you do to prepare?

August 20, 2020 12:05 PM Avery Johnson

Thousands of people around Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties have been ordered to leave their homes due to…

How to help: Find ways to help people impacted by the Central Coast wildfires

August 21, 2020 2:46 PM Avery Johnson

Thousands of people in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties have been told to leave their…

Watch: Aerial shots of the CZU August Lightning Complex Fire near Año Nuevo State Park

August 21, 2020 1:15 PM Avery Johnson

The CZU August Lightning Complex Fires are burning around San Mateo and Santa Cruz Counties, including near Año Nuevo State…

Central Coast firefighter loses home while working on Carmel Fire

August 21, 2020 10:28 AM Avery Johnson

A Central Coast firefighter was among those who have lost their homes in a…

Davenport residents evacuate as CZU August Lightning Complex Fire spreads

August 19, 2020 8:35 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Davenport residents seek safety amid CZU August Lighting Complex Fire…

Help for people and animals evacuating the River fire

August 17, 2020 11:52 PM Jocelyn Ortega

SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Toro Park School on Portola Drive is now available as a resource center for residents displaced by the River Fire in search…

Zach’s Weekend Picks for Aug 14-16

August 14, 2020 9:13 AM Zach McIntyre

If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, Zach McIntyre has your covered! This weekend will be a hot one so whatever you’re…

Petitions circulate for and against proposed cannabis dispensary in former Taco Bell building

August 12, 2020 11:19 AM Max Tarlton

There has been a call for a public hearing for cannabis dispensaries in Aptos after a dispensary was proposed in a former Taco Bell building.…

Statewide Flex Alert issued calling for energy conservation due to expected heat

August 13, 2020 6:05 PM Avery Johnson

The California Independent System Operator has issued a statewide Flex Alert due to high temperatures expected…

Santa Cruz demonstrators demands less money for police, more money for homeless and community resources

August 11, 2020 11:28 PM Jocelyn Ortega

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) In a meeting tonight, city council members discussed recommendations for addressing homeless solutions in the community.…

Rise in COVID-19 cases among children and teens raises concerns

August 10, 2020 11:46 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Increase in COVID-19 cases among children raises…

Filing periods for numerous Monterey County elective offices extended

August 10, 2020 6:02 PM Avery Johnson

Monterey County Elections said the regular candidate filing period for the General…

Central Coast mourns loss of local community advocate

August 9, 2020 6:28 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Community mourns loss of local…

Monterey County Black and Brown Coalition says changes for better schools start at the ballots

August 8, 2020 6:24 PM Jocelyn Ortega

SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Members of the Monterey County Black and Brown Coalitions held a backpack drive as well as a voter registration effort,…

Local group voices opposition to defund the police

August 8, 2020 6:38 PM Jocelyn Ortega

SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Community members and retired law enforcement officers gathered outside the Salinas Police Department for a rally in support…

Family creates, donates face masks for the hearing impaired

August 5, 2020 2:41 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Watsonville residents Anthony Aguilar and Deisy Aguilar Mora say they received an…

TAMC asks for Hispanic, Spanish-speaking community members for input about potential new service

August 5, 2020 2:33 PM Avery Johnson

The Transportation Agency for Monterey County has released a survey, and it is…

Pacific Grove and Carmel consider citations for those not wearing face covers in public

August 2, 2020 5:56 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Pacific Grove and Carmel consider face mask ordinance and…

Seaside homeless relocate to Fort Ord, hoping for permanent housing solutions

August 1, 2020 4:48 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Roberts Lake homeless encampment relocates to Fort Ord…

Monterey County sees spike in COVID-19 cases among farm workers

July 29, 2020 10:35 PM Jocelyn Ortega

SALINAS, Calif. (KION) A recent report from the California Institute of Rural Studies shows Ag Industry workers are three times more likely to…

Child Care is Essential Act, cosponsored by Central Coast congressman, passes in House

July 29, 2020 4:59 PM Avery Johnson

Congressman Jimmy Panetta announced that the Child Care is Essential Act, which aims to help…

Memorial for the victims one year after the Garlic Festival tragedy

July 28, 2020 11:21 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Gilroy Anniversary…

Indoor business closures impact Capitola Mall

July 27, 2020 8:13 PM Jocelyn Ortega

Capitola Mall to close indoor businesses…

House approves bill to create Latino museum on National Mall

July 27, 2020 3:32 PM The Associated Press, Avery Johnson

The House has passed a bill to establish a Smithsonian museum for American…

Billing concerns for free Covid-19 tests

July 23, 2020 12:05 PM Max Tarlton

A central coast mother is voicing her concern after receiving a bill from Natividad after her son went to get a free Covid-19…

Alaska earthquake warning to the public

July 22, 2020 5:04 AM Jocelyn Ortega

Alaska warns people to stay away from…

Soledad community to take a stand against alleged hate display

July 21, 2020 5:52 AM Jocelyn Ortega

Monterey County community takes a stand against alleged hate…

Debate over ownership of Dick Bruhn building goes to court

July 17, 2020 11:41 AM Max Tarlton

A hearing Friday morning in Monterey is brings up the question whether a receiver should be appointed for the Dick Bruhn building, that’s been vacant…