Monterey approves purchase of new fire engine ahead of wildfire season
The Monterey City Council announced that it has approved the purchase of a new wildland fire engine ahead of what is projected to be a busy wildfire…
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Millions in funding allocated to transportation projects in Monterey, Santa Cruz Counties
The California Transportation Commission announced that it is providing millions of dollars for projects in Monterey and Santa Cruz…
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Monterey Peninsula Unified School District celebrates classified school employees
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) The Monterey Peninsula Unified School District is celebrating classified school employees this week, May 16 through May…
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Ten central coast teens become eagle scouts
Ten boy scouts advanced to the rank of Eagle Scout…
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BBB recommends research on big online purchases
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) – The coronavirus pandemic has caused more internet buying — which includes some pretty big purchases like cars and trucks.…
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Credit card skimmer found at Prunedale gas station
The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office says a credit card skimmer was found Friday at a gas station in…
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Alvarado Street Brewery to open restaurant location in Salinas
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Progress is being made on a new restaurant and brewery in downtown Salinas, with the owners giving KION a sneak peek inside…
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Salinas resident dies in overnight crash on Del Monte Avenue
Monterey police say a driver has died of injuries received during a crash on Del Monte Avenue…
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Container ship fire reported off coast of Monterey
The Harbormaster tells KION that a cargo ship fire was reported off the coast of the Monterey Bay…
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Monterey One Water looking to increase monthly rates for sewage services
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Monterey One Water customers may soon be seeing their monthly costs double over the next five years. While the agency says it…
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Police: Active gang members arrested following assault at Northridge Mall
At least three active gang members are in custody after they assaulted someone at the Northridge Mall last month.…
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Seaside veterans cemetery allows for in-ground burials now
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION) A veterans cemetery in Seaside is now offering in-ground burials for military…
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Wreaths Across America visits Central Coast cities
MARINA, Calif. (KION) Wreaths Across America made a local stop here on the Central Coast on Thursday. This unique museum on wheels is on mission to…
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Monterey police arrest woman who allegedly led officers on chase, used stolen license plate
Monterey police say a Santa Cruz resident has been arrested for allegedly using a stolen license plate on a vehicle and leading officers on a…
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Monterey County DA shares opposition to earlier release of some California prisoners
Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine Pacioni said she and 40 other District Attorneys around the state are filing…
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Salinas man sentenced to prison for rape of 9-year-old stepdaughter
A Salinas resident was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the aggravated assault of his 9-year-old…
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Salinas man found guilty of abuse against wife, child
A Salinas man, 46-year-old Miguel Hernandez, has been found guilty of domestic battery and child abuse after a two-day trial,…
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Gov. Gavin Newsom discusses childcare, recall with Telemundo 23’s Stephanie Magallon
Gov. Gavin Newsom visited Castroville Wednesday to announce a $20 billion school funding…
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City of Salinas requests Grand Jury review of police department
Salinas city officials hosted a news conference Wednesday to announce that they are requesting a review of the Salinas Police Department and its…
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Newsom announces $20 billion in proposed school spending during visit to Castroville
Gov. Gavin Newsom is in Monterey County Wednesday, and he is expected to announce a proposal for state school…
Continue Reading Santa Cruz man faces several charges after allegedly stealing police car
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) A Santa Cruz resident is facing several charges after reportedly running away from authorities, following suspicion he was…
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SVMH 2021 Farmer’s Market kicks off Friday
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Fresh fruits and vegetables, along with other farm-fresh delicacies, will soon be readily available at the Salinas Valley…
Continue Reading Police: Handcuffed suspect escapes from Monterey officers, steals patrol car before capture
A suspect is facing multiple charges after he reportedly escaped during his arrest and stole a patrol…
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Monterey County DA: Public comment continues for placement of person considered sexually violent predator
The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office said it has continued a public comment hearing about the residential placement of a person considered…
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Principal of new Salinas City Virtual Academy announced
Enrollment is underway for the new Salinas City Virtual Academy, and now the Salinas City Elementary School District has announced who the school’s…
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Greenfield Police: Multiple catalytic converter thefts reported in last 24 hours
Greenfield police are investigating a string of catalytic converter thefts in the…
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Salinas Police investigating suspicious death on Industrial Street
Salinas Police say a death investigation is underway after a dead body was found on Industrial Street in the…
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Governor Gavin Newsom proposes more stimulus checks and rent relief for Californians
On Monday, Governor Gavin Newsom proposed more stimulus checks that would reach an estimated two-thirds of California residents and more rent relief.…
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Monterey County Peace Officers Association to host 23rd Annual Police Memorial & Procession
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION) In honor of National Police Week, the Monterey County Peace Officers Association will be holding the 23rd Annual…
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Local organizations help teen moms succeed
Teen Success Inc. and Harmony At Home help teen moms succeed and graduate high school.…
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Salinas police arrest man accused of threatening family in restaurant
Salinas police said a man was arrested on several charges after he reportedly threatened people in a restaurant early Sunday…
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Montage Health celebrates 50,000th COVID-19 vaccine dose
Montage Health marked a milestone Monday in its COVID-19 vaccination…
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Cal Fire suspends burn permits in Monterey and San Benito Counties
MONTEREY, SAN BENITO COUNTY Calif. (KION) Cal Fire is suspending all burn permits for outdoor residential burning in Monterey and San Benito…
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Marina resident shares concerns about homelessness
The homeless crisis continues to be a concern on the Central Coast, and some residents say they feel as if their safety is in jeopardy…
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Owlfish spotted in the depths of the Monterey Bay
MONTEREY BAY, Calif. (KION) An owlfish has been spotted in the depths of the Monterey Bay by researchers at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research…
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Schools prepare for 2021 graduation ceremonies
After a year of online instruction, colleges prepare to recognize its graduating…
Continue Reading Salinas man sentenced to prison for breaking jaw of woman he dated
Salinas resident Jacob Gomez has been sentenced to five years in prison for domestic violence-related…
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Mee Memorial staff use vaccine vials to create art
What started as a simple happy face on a table has turned into a tradition at Mee Memorial…
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Seaside church to host vaccine clinic for local Black community
The Village Project and the Friendship Baptist Church in Seaside announced that they are partnering to host a COVID-19…
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Monterey Peninsula tourism looking up says visitors bureau
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) The Monterey Peninsula could see a big boost in tourism this year as more and more people get…
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Montage Health forms Helen Baszucki Center for Nursing Excellence with $6.5 million gift
Montage Health announced Thursday that with a $6.5 million contribution from Paul Baszucki in honor of his late wife, it…
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Local wineries recover from wildfires, COVID-19 pandemic
This past year, the wine industry took a major hit, but along River Road, the COVID-19 pandemic was not the…
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Man files lawsuit against family, Carmel Valley restaurant following viral video of racist rant
A man who went viral after video of a racist rant toward an Asian American family at the Bernardus Lodge and Spa’s…
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Oil sheen spotted off the coast of Pacific Grove
An oil sheen was spotted in the Monterey Bay Thursday off the coast of Pacific Grove, according to the Department of Fish…
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Soledad police welcome new K-9 officer
The Soledad Police Department is welcoming its newest officer on four legs- K-9…
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Salinas man sentenced to prison for starting two brush fires, leading deputy on chase
A Salinas resident has been sentenced to four years in state prison after pleading no contest to arson and evading a police officer…
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Drought-related disaster loans offered to some Central Coast small businesses
The California Office of Emergency Services announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration is offering…
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Senator Caballero seeks community input on bill changing requirements for Sheriff candidates
California State Senator Anna Caballero has released a survey to get community input on a bill that would…
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Salinas police search for person suspected of stealing items from vehicle
Salinas police are asking for help identifying a person suspected of stealing items from a vehicle in a south Salinas…
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Asian cultural center and museum planned for Salinas Chinatown
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) There is a new cultural center and museum being planned in Salinas’ Chinatown. Plans are for it to be at the old Republic Cafe…
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