Monterey County Archives

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton visit Monterey over the weekend

March 29, 2021 2:35 pm Avery Johnson

A fishing and whale watching company in Monterey had a couple famous customers this past…

Some taxpayers who received unemployment now eligible for tax credit

March 29, 2021 11:44 am Jonathan Sarabia

Thousands on the Central Coast who have already filed their taxes owed money because of the unemployment benefits they received. But with the change…

Human remains found in water in Moss Landing

March 29, 2021 11:40 am Avery Johnson

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said human remains were found in Moss Landing over the…

Men arrested on gun manufacturing, illegal possession of gun charges after Aromas search

March 29, 2021 6:06 pm Avery Johnson

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said two men have been arrested on multiple charges after investigators served a search warrant…

Man shot while riding bike in Salinas

March 29, 2021 10:28 am Avery Johnson

Salinas police said one person was injured in a shooting early Monday…

Central Coast Woman deals car problems, contacts Message Max for help

March 28, 2021 12:00 pm Max Tarlton

Things are moving in the right direction after a local woman messaged Max after having a traumatizing experience with an SUV she bought nearly a year…

Rapid antibody testing in Monterey County for those who survived virus

March 29, 2021 7:46 am Max Tarlton

ARCpoint Labs of Monterey Bay has antibody testing for those who have not yet received a vaccine. It’s also for those who have received both doses of…

Alvarez High’s NJROTC could potentially close down

March 29, 2021 12:26 am Josh Kristianto

SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps at Alvarez High School in Salinas is in danger of closing…

Rally in Salinas to show support for the AAPI community

March 28, 2021 10:39 am Stephanie Aceves

A rally is being held in Salinas to show support and solidarity for the AAPI community.…

Monterey County Regional Fire responding to fire at Markham Ranch

March 28, 2021 2:44 pm Amelia Rosenberg

The Monterey County Regional Fire Protection District is responding to a fire on Meadowview Circle at Markham Ranch off Corral de Tierra Road.…

Local Greenfield bakery and councilmember are giving back to the community

March 27, 2021 10:38 am Stephanie Aceves

A local greenfield bakery and councilmember are giving out a free coffee and sweet bread for those who have been struggling during the…

Pacific Grove Police: Suspects arrested in connection to catalytic converter theft

March 26, 2021 9:13 pm Dominoe Ibarra

PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION) The Pacific Grove Police Department is reminding residents to stay vigilant when they see something suspicious. This…

Suspect arrested in connection to structure fire on Nestles Road

March 26, 2021 5:18 pm Avery Johnson, Josh Kristianto

SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION) A man in Soledad is behind bars tonight after getting booked on multiple charges relating to a fire that broke out in town…

Salinas Police: Multiple vehicle burglaries reported over the past several weeks

March 26, 2021 8:56 pm Dominoe Ibarra

SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The Salinas Police Department is warning residents to keep an eye out for vehicle burglaries after receiving multiple reports…

Monterey Regional Airport hosts free COVID-19 testing clinic

March 26, 2021 1:37 pm Avery Johnson

The Monterey Regional Airport announced Friday that it has opened a free COVID-19 testing…

Greenfield councilwoman partners with bakery to offer special for people struggling financially

March 26, 2021 1:23 pm Avery Johnson

Greenfield City Councilwoman Yanely Martinez announced that she has partnered with a bakery to offer a special…

Monterey County offers financial assistance for COVID-19 isolation

March 26, 2021 12:07 pm Elisha Machado

Monterey County recently launched a program that offers stipends to COVID-19 positive individuals so they can isolate without losing…

Seaside standoff ends with nobody found in house on Luzon Road

March 25, 2021 4:18 pm Avery Johnson, Josh Kristianto

SEASIDE, Calif. (KION) UPDATE 3/25/2021 11:15 p.m. An hours-long SWAT situation in Seaside on Thursday ended with no suspect in hand as it turns out…

Toro Park prepares to reopen after River Fire

March 25, 2021 11:09 am Erika Bratten

Toro Park could soon be open for visitors, but it could be limited with repairs still needed after the River…

GoFundMe created for Monterey County veteran killed in motorcycle crash

March 25, 2021 11:55 am Avery Johnson, Jonathan Sarabia

Family and friends are mourning the loss of a Salinas veteran who was killed in a motorcycle crash Monday night.…

Salinas Police crack down on speeding

March 25, 2021 7:57 am Max Tarlton

Salinas Police are cracking down on speeding in residential neighborhoods.…

Two King City men plead guilty to attempted murder on behalf of gang

March 25, 2021 5:42 pm Avery Johnson

Two King City residents pleaded guilty to attempted murder for the benefit of a…

Salinas dentist gets five years in prison for violating probation

March 25, 2021 5:03 pm Avery Johnson

The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office announced that it has sentenced 71-year-old Gary Klugman to five years in prison for violating…

Restitution fund created for residents of Salinas HOA whose vehicles were unlawfully towed

March 25, 2021 1:37 pm Avery Johnson

A restitution fund has been created for residents whose vehicles were unlawfully towed at a…

Templeton woman found dead at Highway 1 construction site

March 24, 2021 1:12 pm Avery Johnson

Big Sur Fire has confirmed with KION that a body has been found near Highway 1 and Rat…

Local business owner holds drive-thru milk and cookies event to support Asian community

March 24, 2021 7:05 pm Stephanie Aceves

A local business owner holds a drive-thru milk and cookies event in support of the Asian community.…

Monterey Bay Charter School begins outdoor, in-person instruction

March 24, 2021 10:56 am Josh Kristianto

PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION) Students at a Pacific Grove K-8 school are back on campus this week after being away for the COVID-19…

Monterey County draws closer to vaccine equity goals

March 24, 2021 7:08 pm Elisha Machado

Monterey County is getting closer to a more equitable distribution of the…

Projectile suspect appears in court

March 24, 2021 6:51 pm Elisha Machado

Projectile suspect Charles Lafferty appeared in Monterey County Superior Court Tuesday afternoon for a pre-trial…

Salinas man found guilty of raping 9-year-old stepdaughter

March 24, 2021 5:03 pm Avery Johnson

A Salinas man has been found guilty of raping his stepdaughter when she was 9 years old, according to the Monterey County District Attorney’s…

Salinas school district approves return to in-person instruction

March 24, 2021 2:44 pm Avery Johnson

The Salinas City Elementary School District announced that its Board of Trustees has approved a return to in-person…

Two suspects in Salinas shooting arrested in Soledad

March 24, 2021 2:18 pm Avery Johnson

Salinas police say two men have been arrested in connection to a shooting in…

Man dies of injuries following shooting on Laurel Drive

March 24, 2021 10:06 am Avery Johnson

Salinas police say a man has died following a shooting on Laurel Drive…

Local veteran killed in crash near Highway 1

March 22, 2021 6:18 pm Victor Guzman

A 31-year-old military veteran has been identified as the motorcyclist killed in a solo-crash on the Highway 1 and 68…

CDPH gives green light for band and drumline performances

March 23, 2021 7:35 pm Stephanie Aceves

The California Department of Public Health has classified band, drumline, choir, and drama as low-contact…

Condors return to Big Sur area after Dolan Fire

March 23, 2021 11:55 am Erika Bratten

The Ventana Wilderness Society recently shared news that a new California condor egg has been laid in a…

Salinas resident claims clinic charges fee for COVID-19 vaccine

March 23, 2021 11:50 am Jonathan Sarabia

A Salinas resident tells KION he would have been charged to receive a COVID-19 vaccination without proof of…

Gull with embedded fish hooks rescued in Seaside

March 23, 2021 3:22 pm Avery Johnson

The SPCA Monterey County Wildlife and Rehabilitation Center recently rescued an injured rescued gull,…

KAZU news director, former KION employee loses father in Boulder shooting

March 23, 2021 2:12 pm Avery Johnson

The News Director at KAZU Public Radio and former KION employee, Erika Mahoney, announced on Twitter…

California Geological Survey issues updated tsunami hazard map for Monterey County

March 23, 2021 11:31 am Avery Johnson

The California Geological Survey has issued new tsunami hazard maps for three California counties, and one of them is Monterey…

Missing dog rescued from embankment in Pacific Grove

March 23, 2021 10:57 am Avery Johnson

A dog reported missing Monday night has been found, but it took a rescue effort to reunite her with her…

Chick-fil-A sets opening date for new Salinas location

March 22, 2021 5:59 pm Avery Johnson

A new Chick-fil-A restaurant has been under construction at Northridge Mall in Salinas, and on Monday, it announced an opening…

Monterey County Ag Sector announces 25 percent of farmworkers have been vaccinated

March 22, 2021 7:55 pm Stephanie Aceves

The Monterey County Ag sector announced they have vaccinated 25 percent of farmworkers in the three weeks.…

Monterey Sports Center reopens as county moves to red tier

March 22, 2021 11:02 am Jocelyn Ortega

Gyms open at 10 percent capacity with Monterey County now moved to the less restrictive red tier.…

Police: Man arrested in Salinas for brandishing gun, child endangerment

March 22, 2021 2:49 pm Avery Johnson

Salinas police say a man has been arrested for pointing a gun at a driver and child…

Teen accused of shooting at home in King City

March 22, 2021 1:16 pm Avery Johnson

The King City Police Department said a 15-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of shooting at an inhabited…

Farm Bureau: 25% of Monterey County farmworkers receive COVID-19 vaccine

March 22, 2021 11:59 am Avery Johnson

The Monterey County Farm Bureau and the Grower-Shipper Association of Central California announced that…

MPUSD parents rally at Window on the Bay for full-time instruction

March 21, 2021 10:49 am Stephanie Aceves

MPUSD parents rally at Window on the Bay for full-time instruction for their children.…

Senator Caballero will be speaking to local businesses about small business grants

March 20, 2021 11:58 am Stephanie Aceves

California State Senator Anna Caballero will visit and speak to local businesses about the California Small Business COVID-19 grant relief.…

Three active Norteno gang members arrested

March 20, 2021 8:23 pm Amelia Rosenberg

SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION) Three active Norteno gang members were arrested Friday night after they were found in possession of illegal firearms. Officers…