One woman dead in fiery vehicle crash on Highway 17
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – One woman was killed in a vehicle fire after an accident on Highway 17. According to the California Highway…
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LAGUNA SECA SEASON PASS: F1, IROC headline 2025 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) – Featuring over 400 cars in 14 race groups, the 2025 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion brought four days of high-octane…
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Inside the Trump team’s debate on what to release from the Epstein files
By Kristen Holmes, Alayna Treene, CNN (CNN) — Controversy over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files had dogged the Trump administration…
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Family seeks justice as the search for Search for Alfredo Arredondo intensifies, reward offered
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – The search is intensifying for a fugitive accused of killing a Hollister man four years ago. That deadly…
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Multiple fatalities, including children, after tour bus with about 50 people crashes in New York State, officials say
Originally Published: 22 AUG 25 14:42 ET By Mark Morales, Emma Tucker, CNN (CNN) — Multiple fatalities, including children, were reported Friday…
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Central Coast Reacts to Governor Newsom’s move in the national partisan redistricting battle
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) – Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation Thursday, triggering a special election this November, in which California…
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Gaza City suffering a ‘man-made’ famine that’s likely to spread, UN-backed initiative says
By Nadeen Ebrahim, Eugenia Yosef, Oren Liebermann, Kareem Khadder, CNN (CNN) — Parts of Gaza are officially experiencing a “man-made”…
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Highway 1 reopens near Panther Beach after major injury crash
DAVENPORT, Calif. (KION-TV) – A major injury crash caused a portion of Highway 1 to be closed this afternoon near Panther Beach. According to the…
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Concours d’Elegance shifts gears to second Sunday in August 2028
PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (KION-TV) – The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance will be ready to hit the road a bit earlier, starting in 2028. Instead of being…
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Seaside to consider a new ordinance to restrict public space usage
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Seaside City Council is moving forward with the ordinance after some complaints during public comment. Speakers told…
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Pivotal showcases their flying car in Santa Cruz ahead of Electrify Expo
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) – The future of travel is taking off on the Central Coast with a flying car. A team of pioneering pilots at Pivotal is…
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California Coastal Commission approves Monterey County short term rental amendment
Monterey County is one step closer to implementing new regulations for short term rentals along the coast after The California Coastal Commission…
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Sea lions return to San Carlos Beach temporarily closing public access
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) – San Carlos Beach is temporarily closing public access as the sea lions return once more. The City of Monterey Parks and…
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UCSC study links immigration status to COVID deaths, survival rate
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION) – A recent report from UC Santa Cruz showed how people’s immigration status had an impact on their survival rate during…
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Pacific Grove approves memorial bench honoring Asilomar plane crash victims
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION-TV) – The Pacific Grove City Council voted to approve a memorial bench to honor the memories of the victims off the coast…
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Report of active shooter at Villanova University a ‘cruel hoax,’ university president says
By Cindy Von Quednow, Michael Callahan, CNN (CNN) — A “cruel hoax” sent Villanova University students sheltering into place on the first…
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California Democrats approve Newsom’s redistricting plan after Texas House passes GOP-drawn maps
By Arit John, Eric Bradner, Arlette Saenz, Ethan Cohen, CNN (CNN) — California Democrats passed a trio of redistricting bills Thursday, a day…
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Betty Burgers burglarized at Seabright location
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – Betty Burgers in Santa Cruz is navigating the aftermath of a break-in at their Seabright location. This theft occurred…
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Santa Cruz breaks ground on library and affordable housing
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The City of Santa Cruz is celebrating a major milestone as it breaks ground on a long-anticipated development…
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Santa Cruz nonprofit speaks out after Black Lives Matter banner stolen for third time
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — A nonprofit in Santa Cruz is speaking out after the theft of its Black Lives Matter banner, again. The Walnut…
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VTA bus driver attacked by suspect with a knife, deputies say
SANTA CLARA COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office said a man is in custody after he allegedly attacked a VTA bus driver…
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Pacific Grove Posing Pay Raise Question to Voters
The Pacific Grove City Council decided to put their previously passed pay raise on the 2026 ballot at their meeting on Wednesday night. This comes…
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Landlines at risk across California
AT&T is pushing forward with plans to end its landline service across the state, which could leave those in rural areas at risk. For over a year…
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Monterey Bay FC helps volunteers for Rancho Cielo Veggie Box Fundraiser
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — A Salinas nonprofit is wrapping up its annual fundraiser that aims to feed local families in need. On…
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Monterey COE speaks on back to school immigration resources
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – As kids head back to school, Monterey County education leaders are addressing concerns about ramped-up federal…
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Suspect arrested for arson in connection to Santa Cruz mountains fires Tuesday evening
CORRALITOS, Calif. (KION-TV) – A man from Watsonville was arrested for felony arson in possible connection with three small fires, including a…
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High fire risk zones in south Monterey County get ready for the heat
BRADLEY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Communities in South Monterey County are getting ready for hotter temperatures. Cal Fire is stating they have been…
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Salinas man sentenced to 55 years to life in 2024 fatal shooting in Downtown Salinas
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – 40-year-old Mario Garcia was sentenced to 55 years to life plus an additional 32 months for the fatal shooting outside of…
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Big rig overturn shuts down all southbound lanes of Mount Hermon Road
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. (KION-TV) — A traffic alert for anyone driving through Scotts Valley: police asking people to avoid the intersection of Mount…
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Santa Cruz breaks ground on downtown affordable housing project
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – The city of Santa Cruz is marking a major milestone by breaking ground on a new development that aims to deliver…
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K9’s to sniff-out drugs, guns at Soledad Unified Schools
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV) – Drug-sniffing canines are coming to schools in Soledad. This school year, specially-trained dogs will be making regular,…
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Santa Cruz locals concerned over RV removal ordinance
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors is discussing an ordinance to allow for abandoned oversized…
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Tick disease on rise in Santa Cruz County
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) – Santa Cruz County is under a rising threat after new research revealed that there is an increase in a bacterial infection…
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Be Mindful: Journalist starts podcast to help self, others grieve loved ones killed in shootings
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Erika Mahoney talks about her dad, Kevin, whenever she gets the chance to do so. That includes answering…
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King City Planning Commission delays vote on the future of temporary farmworker housing
KING CITY, Calif. (KION-TV) – The King City Planning Commission is pushing discussion on the temporary farmworker housing to their Tuesday, October…
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Timeline updates for Santa Cruz Wharf repair, set to finish by March 2026
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — The City of Santa Cruz has made updates to its timeline for Santa Cruz Wharf repairs and improvements. The city says…
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Capitola DMV office reopens August 25
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) – The California Department of Motor Vehicles has announced the Capitola DMV office will reopen on August 25. According to…
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Updates on the alleged sexual assault incident near Frederick Street in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — Concern continuing to grow in Santa Cruz after an alleged sexual attack on August 8 between the hours of 1:30 a.m.…
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Driver alert: punctured water line disrupts traffic near Abbott and Harkins
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — The City of Salinas said that a water line was punctured at Abbott and Harkins roads that has been disrupting traffic in…
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New sheriff’s office in Davenport following Cotoni Coast Dairies National Monument
DAVENPORT, Calif. (KION-TV) — A new sheriff’s office service center is coming to Davenport. Santa Cruz County says the move is meant to meet growing…
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New Santa Cruz Sheriff’s Service Center coming to Davenport
DAVENPORT, Calif. (KION-TV) – A new Sheriff’s Service Center will open in the city of Davenport as a substation for the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s…
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Air Canada strike ends after airline and flight attendants reach tentative agreement
By David Goldman, Chris Isidore, CNN (CNN) — Air Canada and a union representing the airline’s flight attendants have come to a tentative…
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Highway 152 back open after deadly crash east of Gilroy
SANTA CLARA COUNTY (KION-TV) — At least one person is dead after a crash east of Gilroy, according to the CHP. Highway 152 reopened near Lovers Lane…
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King City juvenile self-admits into hospital with gunshot wound
KING CITY, Calif. (KION-TV) – A juvenile admitted themselves into a King City hospital after reportedly suffering a gunshot wound. According to King…
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Old Stage Road Overlay Project scheduled for next Monday
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – The Old Stage Road Overlay Project is set for next Monday to repave the current road from Alisal Road to Quail…
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Former Salinas construction controller charged with stealing more than $8 million from past employer
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KION-TV) – A former Salinas construction company controller was charged on Thursday after an alleged theft of more than $8 million…
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Neighbors preach wildfire preparation alongside Carmel Fire anniversary
CARMEL VALLEY, Calif. (KION) – Five years ago Carmel Valley was up in flames and today, as people recall evacuating, preparation for future wildfires…
Continue Reading Minor Critically Injured by Gunshot in King City
King City police is asking for any information on a juvenile who was critically injured by a gunshot in King City. Police say that the minor self…
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Missing California mother and 8-month-old daughter found dead in canal, family says
By Cecilio Padilla, Esteban Reynoso, Madisen Keavy SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KOVR) – Relatives say the bodies of a Sacramento County woman and her infant…
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San Jose sweep homeless people from Columbus Park
By Joyce Chu SAN JOSE, Calif. (KION-TV) – Over the years, Columbus Park has become a refuge for homeless LGBTQ+ people seeking safety in the…
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