Local response to the potential for California’s redistricting
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) — The California State Association of Counties has sent a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom, calling for states to…
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Gilroy Discussing Districting Maps
The city of Gilroy is getting closer to finalizing maps for their new district based elections, in their 4th public hearing on the subject, 4 new…
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The City of Pacific Grove decided on a new district map for voters in upcoming elections
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Pacific Grove city council decided Wednesday on a new districting map that will set the boundaries for future city…
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Democrats’ flip in California concludes final unresolved US House race
By Ethan Cohen, Jack Forrest and Sarah Ferris, CNN (CNN) — Republican Rep. John Duarte has conceded to his Democratic challenger Adam Gray in…
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Measure X approved for Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital’s lease-to-own agreement
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION-TV) — The San Benito Health Care District (the “District”) announced Monday that Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital’s…
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Pete Hegseth, Trump’s pick for defense secretary, was investigated for alleged sexual assault in 2017, the Monterey connection
Written by By James LaPorta on CBS News MONTEREY, Calif. (CBS NEWS) — Pete Hegseth, the Army veteran turned Fox News host selected by…
Continue Reading California teacher on administrative leave after making anti-Trump remarks in class
By Leanne Suter Click here for updates on this story MORENO VALLEY, California (KABC) — A Moreno Valley high school teacher has been placed on…
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California voters reject measure that would have banned forced prison labor
Associated Press/Report for America SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California voters have rejected a measure on the November ballot that would have…
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Ten of the 58 California counties flipped from blue to red in the 2024 election
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) — California is slowly seeping from blue to red, according to the most recent numbers from the Secretary of State’s…
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California governor calls special session to protect liberal policies from Trump presidency
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California’s Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, a fierce critic of former President Donald Trump, on…
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Measure Q passes in Santa Cruz County, what it is
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — Voters in Santa Cruz passed Measure Q this week, which helps support the County’s approach to water and wildfire…
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A shift in leadership could be in store for Salinas City Council
The Salinas City Council showing a significant shift in leadership with all non-incumbent candidates taking the lead in their respective races. The…
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Vice President Kamala Harris makes a public statement after 2024 presidential loss
WASHINGTON D.C. (KION-TV) — Vice President Kamala Harris took the stage Wednesday afternoon to address the public after her 2024 presidential loss…
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2024 local race winners; Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) — Stay up to date with the 2024 local races along the Central Coast. We will continue to update the projected…
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San Benito County eager to see local election results
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — KION’s Sergio Berrueta was out in San Benito County today speaking with voters about issues that matter most…
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Monterey County voters turn out for election night 2024
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — KION has been covering the elections locally. Today, three reporters scouted the three counties–Monterey, Santa…
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Four years after Election Day 2020, a former Marine is the latest January 6 rioter to be sentenced
By Katelyn Polantz, CNN (CNN) — Even on Election Day 2024, the consequences of Donald Trump supporters rioting after the 2020 election are still…
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Trump campaign denies and revokes journalists’ election night credentials after critical coverage
By Hadas Gold and Kristen Holmes, CNN New York (CNN) — Journalists from multiple news organizations have been denied credentials to former…
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The Associated Press’ role in calling races and polling voters
Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Hundreds of news organizations, readers, listeners and viewers will look to the The Associated Press Decision…
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Trump snaps at reporter when asked about abortion: ‘Stop talking about it’
Associated Press PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Donald Trump is refusing to say how he voted on Florida’s abortion measure and he’s getting testy…
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Google and Meta are blocking political ads to combat misinformation. Some experts say it’s too late
By Clare Duffy, CNN New York (CNN) — Facebook, Instagram, Google and YouTube are clamping down on political ads in an effort to combat…
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Democrat Elissa Slotkin wins Michigan’s open Senate seat, defeating the GOP’s Mike Rogers
Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Democrat Elissa Slotkin has won an open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan. The Associated Press called the race…
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‘Know your history’: Alabama native goes viral using poll tax certificate to inspire young people to vote in Tuesday’s election
By Magdala Louissaint Click here for updates on this story Alabama (WVTM) — Loretta Green is a walking history lesson,…
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100-year-old woman prepares to cast vote on Election Day
By Carlos Cristian Flores Click here for updates on this story PITTSBURGH (WTAE) — Emma Alper has seen a lot throughout…
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Non-credible bomb threats against Atlanta-area polling places were from Russia, secretary of state says
By Chris Boyette and Ryan Young, CNN (CNN) — Several non-credible bomb threats that briefly disrupted voting at twelve Georgia polling places…
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7 states vote to protect abortion rights, while efforts to expand access in Florida, Nebraska and South Dakota fail
By Amy O’Kruk, Annette Choi, Lauren Mascarenhas, Kaanita Iyer and Piper Hudspeth Blackburn, CNN (CNN) — More than two years after the US…
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Trump’s media stock was halted for extremely volatile trading as America went to the polls
By Matt Egan, CNN New York (CNN) — Former President Donald Trump’s social media company was temporarily halted – twice – after a sudden…
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4 Democratic US House members face challengers in Massachusetts
Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Four incumbent Democrats face challengers in U.S. House districts in Massachusetts. Five other Democrats are…
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Voting nationwide has been orderly though officials report some scattered issues
CNN By Eric Levenson, Tami Luhby and Jeremy Herb, CNN (CNN) — American voters headed to the polls Tuesday to choose the country’s next…
Continue Reading Trump is a convicted felon. Here’s why he can still vote today
By Tierney Sneed, CNN (CNN) — While Florida generally makes it challenging for people in the state with felony convictions to regain their…
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Enhanced security and law enforcement ahead of the 2024 election
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County Sheriff’s office announced Monday evening that they are taking precautions ahead of the 2024…
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Catching up with the candidates for Hollister’s Mayoral race
The race for the Hollister mayoral seat is inching closer and closer to the end. Up for re-election is Mia Casey. She’s seeking a second term after…
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BeMindful: Political anxiety and stress during the 2024 election season
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — According to the American Psychological Association (APA), election stress–especially in 2024–is a very real thing.…
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Ballot drop box fires under investigation in Oregon, Washington after hundreds of ballots destroyed
By Nicole Chavez and Taylor Romine, CNN (CNN) — Federal authorities are investigating fires at two ballot boxes reported Monday morning in the…
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Greenfield City Council sees City Council seat vacancy
GREENFIELD, Calif. (KION-TV) — The City of Greenfield was sued for a Brown act violation regarding former council member Drew Tipton’s appointment,…
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Civil rights coalition calls on Musk and Zuckerberg to take action against election disinformation
By Brian Stelter, CNN New York (CNN) — An umbrella organization of civil rights groups is alerting the public to “digital voting…
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Why education level has become the best predictor for how someone will vote
By Zachary B. Wolf, CNN Washington (CNN) — American voters are divided in many ways – by gender, by race, by region – and any of these can…
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WATCH: KION presents the Salinas Mayoral Debate, Scott Rates moderates
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – The 2024 election is just weeks away. There are many issues facing the city of Salinas. The candidates for mayor are…
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Pacific Grove candidates to speak on Tuesday
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Pacific Grove will be hosting a candidate debate on Tuesday for candidates running for office. The discussion is…
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Voters in Northern California county to vote on whether to allow large-scale farms
Associated Press PETALUMA, Calif. (AP) — In a stretch of Northern California known for scenic shorelines and celebrated vineyards, hundreds of…
Continue Reading How Central Coast election offices are battling misinformation and preparing to keep the election safe and secure
SALINAS, Calif (KION-TV) – As the November 2024 election approaches, election offices across the Central Coast are preparing for ballots to start…
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Monterey Regional Airport installs voting exhibit ahead of election
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) announced that its Art at the Airport program will feature a new student art…
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Scotts Valley to vote on potential new Business License Tax in November
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The City of Scotts Valley is announcing a proposal to modernize the city’s Business License Tax (BLT) for both…
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Santa Cruz County Sheriff Hart announces retirement at the end of this year
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday that Sheriff Jim Hart, who has served the community…
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FBI: California woman brought sword, whip and other weapons into Capitol during Jan. 6 riot
Associated Press A California woman is charged with taking a cache of weapons, including a sword, a steel whip and a knife into the U.S. Capitol…
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Ad wars heat up between Trump and Harris
By Fredreka Schouten, Priscilla Alvarez and Samantha Waldenberg, CNN (CNN) — Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris each…
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State, local officials react to President Biden announcing he will not seek reelection
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) — Multiple local and state leaders are reacting to news President Biden will not seek reelection. Representative Zoe…
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Biden addresses the nation about “the idea of America” being in our hands
WASHINGTON D.C. (KION-TV) — Biden addressed the nation on Wednesday to discuss the variety of challenges facing the nation in addition to a formal…
Continue ReadingTrump’s team wasn’t told about reports of suspicious person before rally shooting, sources say
By Kristen Holmes, Alayna Treene, Casey Tolan and Curt Devine, CNN (CNN) — When former President Donald Trump ascended the stage at last…
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California Legislature votes to ask voters for permission borrow $20 billion for climate, schools
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Mired in a stream of multi-billion dollar budget deficits, the California Legislature on Wednesday…
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