Small business owners plead “No more shut downs”
Small business owners anticipate permanent business…
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Several Central Coast post offices reopen following fires, two still closed
After fires broke out in Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties, several post offices closed, but one has now…
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Salons and Barber shops to reopen indoor services
Salons and barber shops reopen for indoor…
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Monterey opens disaster recovery center for fire victims
Monterey disaster recovery center for fire…
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Recovery Resource Center for fire evacuees now open in Santa Cruz
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…
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California cracks down on Pismo clam poaching
California wildlife authorities have seized thousands of undersized Pismo clams and issued numerous citations to…
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Helping firefighters and others impacted by wildfires
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) Firefighters across the Central Coast have organized their own relief efforts for other fire fighters and community members…
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Six people remain missing during CZU Complex Fires
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…
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Ash from fires could damage paint on vehicles
Those holding off on washing ash from wildfires off your car might be in for an unpleasant…
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Free meals for community members impacted by Central Coast fires
Restaurants on the Central Coast are offering free meals to evacuees, firefighters, law enforcement and anyone…
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New animation gives look at canyon that lies at the bottom of the Monterey Bay
The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) has released a new animation showing what…
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Santa Cruz County urges tent campers to go indoors amid Red Flag warning
A red flag warning is effect in Santa Cruz County, which means erratic winds are possible.…
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Santa Cruz County fire evacuees seek refuge on the shores
Fire evacuees seek refuge on the beach…
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Miracle mountain house survives wildfires
As fires continue to burn on the central coast… a story of…
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SPCA Monterey County under evacuation warning, moving animals elsewhere
SPCA Monterey County, which is currently under an evacuation warning, is proactively moving animals and supplies from their…
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Visitors asked to avoid Santa Cruz County to help keep beds open for evacuees
The Santa Cruz County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) requested that visitors refrain from traveling to Santa Cruz County through September 1 in…
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Red Flag Warning issued for Central Coast, Bay Area
The National Weather Service says erratic wind and thunderstorms could arrive in areas already dealing with major wildfires.…
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Fire evacuations are happening around the Central Coast. What can you do to prepare?
Thousands of people around Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties have been ordered to leave their homes due to…
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How to help: Find ways to help people impacted by the Central Coast wildfires
Thousands of people in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties have been told to leave their…
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Watch: Aerial shots of the CZU August Lightning Complex Fire near Año Nuevo State Park
The CZU August Lightning Complex Fires are burning around San Mateo and Santa Cruz Counties, including near Año Nuevo State…
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Central Coast firefighter loses home while working on Carmel Fire
A Central Coast firefighter was among those who have lost their homes in a…
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Davenport residents evacuate as CZU August Lightning Complex Fire spreads
Davenport residents seek safety amid CZU August Lighting Complex Fire…
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Help for people and animals evacuating the River fire
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…
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Zach’s Weekend Picks for Aug 14-16
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…
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Petitions circulate for and against proposed cannabis dispensary in former Taco Bell building
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.…
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Statewide Flex Alert issued calling for energy conservation due to expected heat
The California Independent System Operator has issued a statewide Flex Alert due to high temperatures expected…
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Santa Cruz demonstrators demands less money for police, more money for homeless and community resources
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) In a meeting tonight, city council members discussed recommendations for addressing homeless solutions in the community.…
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Rise in COVID-19 cases among children and teens raises concerns
Increase in COVID-19 cases among children raises…
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Filing periods for numerous Monterey County elective offices extended
Monterey County Elections said the regular candidate filing period for the General…
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Central Coast mourns loss of local community advocate
Community mourns loss of local…
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Monterey County Black and Brown Coalition says changes for better schools start at the ballots
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Members of the Monterey County Black and Brown Coalitions held a backpack drive as well as a voter registration effort,…
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Local group voices opposition to defund the police
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Community members and retired law enforcement officers gathered outside the Salinas Police Department for a rally in support…
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Family creates, donates face masks for the hearing impaired
Watsonville residents Anthony Aguilar and Deisy Aguilar Mora say they received an…
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TAMC asks for Hispanic, Spanish-speaking community members for input about potential new service
The Transportation Agency for Monterey County has released a survey, and it is…
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Pacific Grove and Carmel consider citations for those not wearing face covers in public
Pacific Grove and Carmel consider face mask ordinance and…
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Seaside homeless relocate to Fort Ord, hoping for permanent housing solutions
Roberts Lake homeless encampment relocates to Fort Ord…
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Monterey County sees spike in COVID-19 cases among farm workers
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) A recent report from the California Institute of Rural Studies shows Ag Industry workers are three times more likely to…
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Child Care is Essential Act, cosponsored by Central Coast congressman, passes in House
Congressman Jimmy Panetta announced that the Child Care is Essential Act, which aims to help…
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Memorial for the victims one year after the Garlic Festival tragedy
Gilroy Anniversary…
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Indoor business closures impact Capitola Mall
Capitola Mall to close indoor businesses…
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House approves bill to create Latino museum on National Mall
The House has passed a bill to establish a Smithsonian museum for American…
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Billing concerns for free Covid-19 tests
A central coast mother is voicing her concern after receiving a bill from Natividad after her son went to get a free Covid-19…
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Alaska earthquake warning to the public
Alaska warns people to stay away from…
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Soledad community to take a stand against alleged hate display
Monterey County community takes a stand against alleged hate…
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Debate over ownership of Dick Bruhn building goes to court
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…
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Effects of distance learning on students and tutors
As many school district’s move forward with beginning the school year with distance learning, many parents have been concerned about a lack of…
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MPUSD decides on distant learning to start school year
We are learning more about why MPUSD has decided to start the school year with distance learning.…
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UFW Foundation gives back to farm workers facing food shortages
UFW Foundation gives back to struggling farm…
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Pacific Grove hair salon owner says COVID-19 shutdowns are not done fairly
Small business react to second wave of shut…
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Monterey County Sheriffs Office unsure how inmates got Coronavirus
100 Monterey County jail inmates await COVID-19 test…
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