San Benito County bracing for new COVID-19 restrictions
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION) Local leaders in San Benito County, which could face the new COVID-19 rules within the next coming days as part of the San…
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Central Coast health providers prepare for first vaccine doses to arrive
California is expected to receive 327,000 doses of Pfizer coronavirus vaccine this month, and several thousand of the doses will be distributed to…
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California imposes new virus rules based on ICU capacity
Gov. Gavin Newsom is scheduled to provide an update on the state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic at noon…
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Police: Couple flew to Hawaii despite positive virus tests
A couple was arrested at a Hawaii airport after traveling from the U.S. mainland despite knowing they were…
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Santa Cruz County DA’s Office files lawsuit against dating service Match.com
The Santa Cruz County District Attorney’s Office announced that its Consumer Affairs and…
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How will vaccines be distributed in California and who will get them first?
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a regional stay at home order Thursday afternoon during a COVID-19…
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Highway 156/Castroville Boulevard Interchange Project receives $20 million in funding
The Measure X Highway 156/Castroville Boulevard Interchange Project is getting millions of dollars in…
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Man recovering from injuries following Santa Cruz shooting
A man is recovering after a shooting in Santa Cruz, and police are working to learn more about what…
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Among first acts, Biden to call for 100 days of mask-wearing
Joe Biden said Thursday that he will ask Americans to commit to 100 days of wearing masks as one of his first acts as…
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Monolith found in San Luis Obispo County destroyed by vandals
A metal obelisk that appeared at the top of Pine Mountain Loop in Atascadero has…
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Study: COVID-19 infection rate nearly three times higher among farm workers in Monterey County
A new study released by UC Berkely shows that COVID-19 infection rates may be nearly three times as high as the rest of the…
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Feeling lonely this holiday season? Here are some tips and resources to help care for your mental health
Winter and the holiday season can lead to stress and even depression during more normal times, but this year, COVID-19 and…
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Monterey police search for suspect accused of pointing gun at pedestrian, demanding money
Monterey police are working to find a person accused of attempting to rob a pedestrian by pointing a gun at him and demanding…
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New rule cracks down on emotional support animals on planes
Airlines don’t have to treat emotional support animals as service animals, a new rule…
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Crews assist Cal Fire BEU as it sends a strike team to Southern California fires
Firefighters with Cal Fire CZU based in Santa Cruz and San Mateo Counties have been sent to assist in…
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Los Angeles may run out of hospital beds by Christmas as mayor urges residents to ‘cancel everything’
The mayor of Los Angeles said the city will run out of hospital beds by Christmas if the coronavirus spreads at its current rate as he…
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Californians flee as strong winds push fire through canyons
Powerful winds pushed flames through Southern California canyons early Thursday as an out-of-control wildfire…
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Tiger “nearly tore” off arm of volunteer at Big Cat Rescue in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. (CBS)–A tiger nearly tore the arm off a volunteer at Big Cat Rescue in Tampa, the animal rescue facility announced Thursday. CBS…
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Man arrested after Salinas PD say K-9 finds well hidden firearm during traffic stop
SALINAS, Calif. (KION)–Salinas Police say one man is behind bars following a traffic stop. Officers with the Violence Suppression Task Force (VSTF)…
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101 construction inches closer to completion
If you’ve driven through Salinas over the past year, you’ve likely run into construction on US Highway 101. The multi-year, multi-million dollar…
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Former Salinas councilman shares message to community after the loss of his mother due to COVID-19
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Words of warning and sorrow from a former Salians city councilman after his mother passed away from COVID-19 just last…
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California Economic Summit goes virtual amid pandemic
The California Economic Summit and State of the Region are being held virtually this year as the pandemic…
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Large gathering among Santa Cruz correctional officers investigated as potential source of COVID-19 outbreak
Multiple correctional officer at the Santa Cruz County Jail that tested positive for COVID-19 attended a large gathering that contact tracers are…
Continue Reading Monolith appears in San Luis Obispo County
Another mysterious monolith has been spotted, and this time it is closer to…
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CDC says 14-day Covid-19 quarantine can be shortened to 7 to 10 days
Covid-19 quarantine periods can be as short as seven to 10 days for some people, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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Santa Cruz County asks landlords for help housing fire survivors
Santa Cruz County officials are asking for help as they work to find housing for survivors of the CZU Lightning Complex…
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CHP: No preemptive Highway 1 closures along Big Sur coast this winter
Over the past couple years, Caltrans has closed parts of Highway 1 along the Big Sur coast when heavy rain…
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Soledad native wins State Representative seat in Rhode Island
David Morales is about to become the youngest state legislator in the country, and he got his start on the Central…
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Former Central Coast nonprofit director sentenced to prison for embezzlement
The former Executive Director and President of Central Coast Kids & Families, a nonprofit that provides services…
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US Attorney: Suspected boogaloo member arrested during Carrillo investigation for enticing minor to engage in sexual activity
A suspected member of the boogaloo movement has been arrested in the Bay Area for allegedly enticing a 15-year-old…
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Monterey man arrested in connection to burglary at business on Mandeville Court
A man is facing burglary, possession of stolen property, possession of burglary tools and drug possession charges…
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Monterey County to offer financial incentive for COVID-19 patients with no income to isolate
A new program approved by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors will provide financial help in…
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Face covering giveaway planned in Greenfield
A drive-up cloth face mask giveaway is planned for the city of Greenfield. It’s happening Friday, December 4, 2020 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at Patriot…
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Ordinance allowing for cannabis testing lab in Monterey passed
The Monterey City Council passed an ordinance Tuesday night that would allow for a cannabis testing lab in the…
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Mee Memorial Healthcare System to Hold Flu Clinics in King City and Greenfield
King City’s Mee Memorial Healthcare System is hosting free drive-through flu clinics for the community in King City and Greenfield. They are also…
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Santa Cruz Pastor giving away hundreds of Christmas trees to “bless the community” amid pandemic
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION)–A Pastor at Santa Cruz Baptist Church is really spreading the joy this holiday season. Drew Cunningham took to Facebook to…
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New housing development coming to Salinas
New housing development coming to…
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Santa Clara County restrictions bring sports teams to Santa Cruz
Several colleges came to Santa Cruz County to practice, Tuesday. New Santa Clara County restrictions prohibit contact sports for the next three…
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Central Coast organizations call for support on Giving Tuesday
Dozens of organizations, from children’s programs to shelter services, are calling on the community to support their causes this Giving…
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Monterey County Supervisors to send letter to state about prioritization of farm workers for vaccine
During a Monterey County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday, the Supervisors unanimously voted to…
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Second COVID-19 related death reported at Correctional Training Facility
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation reports that a second inmate has died of COVID-19…
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California boat captain indicted in fire that killed 34
The captain of a scuba diving boat that caught fire and sank off the coast of California last year, killing 34 people who…
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Three Santa Cruz County men honored for helping to save life of fire captain injured on hunting trip
The American Red Cross has awarded three Santa Cruz County men for their efforts to save the life of…
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School sports in California on hold until Department of Public Health releases updated guidance
Students around California will not be participating in full practice and competition for a while…
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CDC vaccine advisers vote to recommend that health care staff and long term care facility residents get Covid-19 vaccine first
Vaccine advisers to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted 13-1 on Tuesday to recommend that both health…
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San Benito County certifies 2020 General Election results
San Benito County Elections announced that its department has certified the results of its…
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New COVID-19 testing site opens at Castroville Library
A new state-supported COVID-19 testing site is opening Tuesday at the Castroville…
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In honor of Rosa Parks, Monterey-Salinas Transit offers free fares
On Dec. 1, 1955, Rosa Parks made history by refusing to give up her seat to a white passenger on a city bus…
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Four South Monterey County teachers receive grants for classroom projects
Aera Energy, an oil and gas producing company based in Bakersfield, is providing “Impact Grants” to five teachers in…
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Starbucks is giving free coffee to health care workers this month
Health care workers are getting a special treat this…
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