Monterey County residents may have their personal information breached
A contractor providing behavioral health services to several Monterey County clients experienced a network data breach that could affect more than…
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Woman sentenced real estate scam that caused people to lose their homes
Many victims throughout California lost their homes because of her negligence, according to the District Attorney’s Office.…
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Salinas Police identify dead man near the creek
Salinas Police found a dead man in his late 20s or early 30s near the creek at 1400 block of Constitution Boulevard on Oct. 18…
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New Student Housing revealed in CSUMB
Students have already started moving into the recently completed Mosaic Student Housing complex at Cal State University Monterey Bay.…
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Human remains found in Monterey County on Halloween in connection to Fairfield homicide
Fairfield Police Department said they arrested three individuals after human remains in Monterey County were discovered following the investigation…
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How is the central coast preparing to vaccinate children 5-11 years old
Schools around the central coast are currently waiting for the go-ahead to start administering vaccines to children 5 to 11 years old.…
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Former Monterey batting cage owner found dead pending charges on suspicion of sexually assaulting boys
The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office has filed charges against a former Monterey batting cage owner…
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Multiple home burglaries in Pacific Grove, police report
Pacific Grove Police Department arrested a 53-year-old woman accused of breaking into people’s homes and stealing their prescription medication, cash…
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A new parklet extension up for debate for Carmel-by-the-Sea
Parklets popped up and stayed up along the streets of Carmel-by-the-Sea, as a temporary solution to pandemic dining and wine tasting in the city.…
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Local bakery prepares for Dia De Los Muertos
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Local bakery prepares to sell pan de Muerto on one of their busiest holidays, Dia de Los Muertos. La Soledad Bakery in Salinas…
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Highway 1 fully reopen after rockslide cleared near Monterey and San Luis Obispo County
Caltrans closed Highway 1 from Ragged Point in San Luis Obispo County to Fullers Point in Monterey County due to a rockslide.…
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DÃa de los Muertos Events near you
From pan de muertos and sugar skulls to marigolds and alters, Nov. 2 is a day many take the time to pay tribute to their loved ones who are no longer…
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Driver hits 50-year-old woman walking into traffic in Salinas
Police said a 50-year-old woman stepped into traffic without giving cars time to yield.…
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Landlines down in several parts of Monterey County
King City Police announced on Monday that their landline telephone and cell phone service is down.…
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Monterey Bay Aquarium requiring proof of vaccination or negative COVID test; starts November 1st
As of November 1st, The Monterey Bay Aquarium is now requiring proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test for visitors 12 and…
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Salinas Airshow kicks off this weekend
The 40th annual California International Airshow Salinas returns this weekend, October 30th and 31st.…
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Highway 1 through Big Sur reopens after rockslide
A portion of Highway 1 that was closed due to a rockslide reopened…
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School honors COVID-19 deaths with an altar for Dia De Los Muertos
Fremont Elementary remembers and celebrates their loved ones lost due to COVID-19 for Dia De Los…
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Monterey High School football game cancelled due to COVID-19
Monterey High School canceled their football game against Gonzales High on…
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Premiere Cinemas in Soledad officially opens
People who live in Soledad no longer have to drive all the way to Salinas to see the latest films on the big screen. Premiere Cinemas, the city’s…
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Salinas Police Department host town hall over pedestrian and bicycle safety after several incident reports
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Salinas Police Department is hosting a Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety Town Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 17. from 6 p.m. to 7:30…
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Monterey County District Attorney’s Office reports an increase in robo calls
The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office is reminding you to be on the lookout for…
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Monterey County holds community town hall on vaccinations for children
Monterey County will be answering questions about children vaccinations for COVID-19 on Oct. 28 starting at 5:30 p.m. over zoom.…
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Premier Cinemas to open in Soledad in time for Halloween
Premiere Theaters in Soledad is opening its theater Friday, just in time for Halloween.…
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Central Coast 2021 Halloween Guide
Halloween festivities are kicking off this weekend and this year we’re giving you a look at all of the events taking place across Monterey, San…
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Inmates must be vaccinated to see visitors in state prison, CDCR says
The State Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation announces inmates at state prisons participating in in-person visitations must be vaccinated…
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Vaccinating kids aged 5-11 for COVID: What parents should know
An independent FDA advisory panel has voted to authorize a lower dose of the Pfizer Covid vaccine for kids ages 5-11, making the vaccine one step…
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FBI said shots were fired at Carmel-by-the-Sea Chase bank robbery
The Federal Bureau of Investigation of San Francisco is leading the investigation into a bank robbery that happened in…
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Rain spoiled crops for farmers near Watsonville
Rain isn’t what JSM Organics wanted for their one acre of bell peppers that were ready to pack and sell as soon as next week.…
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Salinas Police Department announces new Chief of Police
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Mayor Kimbley Craig announced the new Salinas Police Chief Monday morning. Interim Police Chief Roberto Filice was promoted to…
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Marina Man convicted for assaulting roommate
After a two-day jury trial, Michael Perkuhn, 51, was convicted of assaulting his…
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High surf warning on the Monterey and Santa Cruz County coast
There is a high surf warning until Tuesday at 11 a.m. Expect 20-30 foot waves this week with strong rip currents and possible coastal…
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Zoom-chat with biologist taking care of Iniko, the condor that survived the Dolan Fire
Ventana Wildlife Society is hosting a Zoom Chat on Thursday, Oct. 28 where the Condor team will talk about their incoming release of their condors…
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If you’ve been affected by the power outages, you may be eligible for SNAP or CalFresh benefits
California residents in 14 counties affected by the extreme winds and power shutoffs could be eligible for SNAP or CalFresh benefits.…
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Two Monterey County parks close due to weather
Jacks Peak Park and San Lorenzo Park in Monterey County are closed on Monday because of the current…
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Somewhere over Gonzales, there is a rainbow
GONZALES, Calif. (KION) After a weekend of rain, one of our viewers shared an image of a rainbow that popped up outside in Gonzales. Yvonne was…
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See where the rainstorm is affecting the Central Coast
From debris flow to power outages, we’ve provided a list of maps where you can see where the weather has affected power lines and traffic in your…
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Storm watch: Preparing for debris flow, road issues this weekend
The County of Santa Cruz Emergency Operations Center is monitoring this weekend’s storm for any possible debris flow…
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Monterey Police looking for suspect in hit-and-run that left man badly injured
Monterey Police is asking for the public’s help looking for the vehicle involved in a hit-and-run collision with a pedestrian around 9 p.m. Thursday…
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Woman bites and kicks Monterey Peace Officer, they say
Monterey Police Officers were kicked and bitten by an intoxicated woman after taking her to get a medical evaluation.…
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Man purchases items with stolen credit card
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Salinas Police is looking for a man who bought a new wet/dry vacuum and other items from Walmart and Home Depot using someone…
Continue Reading Pedestrian struck and killed by vehicle in Salinas on Laurel Drive
A 78-year-old man was struck and killed while crossing Laurel Drive near Granada Avenue Friday…
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CHP confirms deadly crash involving 4 cars on Blanco and Armstrong
California Highway Patrol confirmed there was a fatal crash on W. Blanco Road and Armstrong Road in…
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Victim survives attempted murder, home riddled with bullets
The victims of a targeted shooting in King City are alive and unharmed d yet they fear for their safety since the suspects of their attack have not…
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16-year-old suspect arrested in connection to March homicide on Broadway Circle
King City police are investigating a homicide that happened on Broadway Circle early Wednesday…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Railroad crossing damaged in King City
The railroad crossing between Metz Road and Bitterwater was damaged in a traffic collision last…
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Joe Moses is running for Monterey County Sheriff
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION) The captain at the Monterey County Jail, Joe Moses, announced he’s running to be Monterey County’s next sheriff.…
Continue Reading 61-year-old San Jose man sentenced for child molestation
Judge sentenced 61-year-old San Jose resident Michael Kimball to 11 years and four months in prison for child molestation.…
Continue Reading Central Coast prepares to vaccinate children for COVID-19
The COVID-19 vaccine will soon be made available for children ages 5 to…
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Power is out in Carmel
The power is out in several parts of Carmel, affecting a little over 2,000 people.…
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