Sheriff’s Office searches for owners of stolen property found in Salinas
The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said stolen property from two counties was found while detectives investigated a…
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Businesses in Cannery Row are thrilled about the reopening of the Monterey Bay Aquarium
The Monterey Bay Aquarium has announced that they will finally be opening, and local businesses on Cannery Row and Old Fisherman’s Wharf are…
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Woman sentenced for 2019 crash that left three people dead
Hilda Beatriz Valencia Flores is set to appear in court Tuesday for a sentencing hearing after a 2019 crash that killed three…
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$25.4 million in federal funding for Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties, Central Coast health centers
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION) Central Coast Counties and healthcare centers will be receiving a portion of federal funding through President Joe…
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The need to feed struggling communities continues
Many people across the country, including here on the Central Coast, still struggle with food…
Continue Reading Monterey Bay Aquarium to reopen in May
The heart of the peninsula will finally be able to allow guests as the Monterey Bay Aquarium has announced reopening dates for May of this…
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Central Coast doctors share experiences during pandemic on National Doctors Day
On the 30th of March, doctors across the country are celebrated and recognized for their…
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Police: Monterey burglary suspect found driving stolen tractor under the influence of drugs
A Monterey man has been arrested on multiple charges after police responded to a report of a man…
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Salinas police conduct search connected to shooting, find overcrowding
Salinas police have been investigating a shooting that left a man with a minor injury back in December,…
Continue ReadingDerek Chauvin trial to continue with MMA fighter who watched George Floyd’s death
The second day of Derek Chauvin’s trial in George Floyd’s death is set to begin Tuesday with further questioning of…
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Man sentenced for trying to murder rival gang member in Salinas
The Monterey County District Attorney’s office said a gang member, Jose Daniel Perez, has been sentenced to ten…
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SPCA issues warning about tree trimming, cats to protect nests
The SPCA is recommending that people should avoid trimming trees and keep cats inside as bird eggs start to hatch and…
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Two men arrested in Salinas after gun fired on Market Way
Two men have been arrested by Salinas police after shots were…
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Caught on Camera: Group of seals spotted in Monterey Bay
Seals in Monterey are enjoying the warm day…
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Newsom announces funding to hire more firefighters after record-breaking fire season
Last year’s fire season led to loss of life and property around the state, and in response, Gov. Gavin Newsom has…
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Santa Cruz County enters less-restrictive orange tier
The State of California has released updated tier assignments for counties within the state,…
Continue ReadingSlain Police Officer Eric Talley’s life to be celebrated in public funeral
Officer Eric Talley will be remembered at a public funeral in Lafayette, Colorado, on Tuesday — one week…
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Family of Seaside man killed by police in 1998 is watching Floyd case closely
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION) The nation’s eyes are on Minneapolis this week as the former Minneapolis police officer charged with killing George Floyd…
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Santa Cruz boardwalk set to reopen some rides this week
The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk that it will be opening some of its rides to California residents starting later this…
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Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton visit Monterey over the weekend
A fishing and whale watching company in Monterey had a couple famous customers this past…
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Staff of Life health foods prepares to open its doors in Watsonville
Staff of Life prepares to open its doors at new Watsonville…
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Human remains found in water in Moss Landing
The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said human remains were found in Moss Landing over the…
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Men arrested on gun manufacturing, illegal possession of gun charges after Aromas search
The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said two men have been arrested on multiple charges after investigators served a search warrant…
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US departments urged to become year-round wildfire agencies
California’s U.S. senators and nearly two-dozen representatives asked the Agriculture and Interior departments on Monday to…
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Former officer’s trial in George Floyd’s death gets underway
The former Minneapolis police officer charged with killing George Floyd went on trial Monday, with prosecutors…
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Man shot while riding bike in Salinas
Salinas police said one person was injured in a shooting early Monday…
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Rapid antibody testing in Monterey County for those who survived virus
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…
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Alvarez High’s NJROTC could potentially close down
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps at Alvarez High School in Salinas is in danger of closing…
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Santa Cruz Fire Department investigating suspicious structure fire
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) The Santa Cruz Fire Department says it is investigating a suspicious structure fire that happened late Saturday night.…
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Small plane crashes in Watsonville Sunday afternoon
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION) A small plane went down in Watsonville Sunday afternoon near Harkins Slough Road and Lee Road.…
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Rally in Salinas to show support for the AAPI community
A rally is being held in Salinas to show support and solidarity for the AAPI community.…
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Local Greenfield bakery and councilmember are giving back to the community
A local greenfield bakery and councilmember are giving out a free coffee and sweet bread for those who have been struggling during the…
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Pacific Grove Police: Suspects arrested in connection to catalytic converter theft
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION) The Pacific Grove Police Department is reminding residents to stay vigilant when they see something suspicious. This…
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Suspect arrested in connection to structure fire on Nestles Road
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…
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California releases guidance for graduation ceremonies
In an effort to keep students, families and school staff safe while celebrating the end of the school year,…
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Salinas Police: Multiple vehicle burglaries reported over the past several weeks
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The Salinas Police Department is warning residents to keep an eye out for vehicle burglaries after receiving multiple reports…
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Central Coast school districts make adjustments as students return in-person
As students slowly begin to return to in-person instruction, schools must adapt to keep everyone…
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Rep. Jimmy Panetta visits facility amid surge in unaccompanied children crossing southern border
Central Coast Congressman Jimmy Panetta was one of six Democratic House members who visited a Health and…
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Justice delayed for rape victims
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) In what was supposed to be a sentencing hearing, a former political consultant and North Salinas High School Coach managed to…
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Three cases of COVID-19 variants identified in San Benito County
Two cases of a variant first detected in South Africa and one case of a variant first detected in the U.K.…
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‘Not normal behavior’: Bears behaving oddly raising red flags about mystery disease
If you come across a bear, that bear’s first instinct should be to run away, but researchers with the…
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Beloved children’s author Beverly Cleary dies at 104
Beverly Cleary, the celebrated children’s author whose memories of her Oregon childhood were shared with…
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Lawmaker seeks to decriminalize jaywalking, says citations disproportionately issued to people of color
A Bay Area lawmaker is seeking to decriminalize jaywalking in California, saying such citations…
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Monterey Regional Airport hosts free COVID-19 testing clinic
The Monterey Regional Airport announced Friday that it has opened a free COVID-19 testing…
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Greenfield councilwoman partners with bakery to offer special for people struggling financially
Greenfield City Councilwoman Yanely Martinez announced that she has partnered with a bakery to offer a special…
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Monterey County offers financial assistance for COVID-19 isolation
Monterey County recently launched a program that offers stipends to COVID-19 positive individuals so they can isolate without losing…
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Hopeful signs as California adds 141,000 jobs in February
California added 141,000 jobs in February as more than a quarter of a million people returned to the…
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Santa Cruz Police: Two suspects arrested after a string of armed robberies
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) Two suspects have been arrested in a string of robberies, according to the Santa Cruz Police Department. Police say it all…
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Seaside standoff ends with nobody found in house on Luzon Road
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…
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Toro Park prepares to reopen after River Fire
Toro Park could soon be open for visitors, but it could be limited with repairs still needed after the River…
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