Suspect in 1976 murder in Aptos identified after nearly 50 years
APTOS, Calif. (KION-TV) — After nearly 50 years, the murder of Karen Percifield of Aptos has been solved. Santa Cruz Sheriff’s Office identified the…
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Monterey County D.A. sets date for 26th Annual Victims’ Dedication Ceremony
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County District Attorney’s office will host its annual victim’s dedication ceremony next Friday, April 11.…
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Annual Ducky Derby flocks to Santa Cruz on April 26
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — On your mark, get set and go as a fan favorite derby quacks its way to the Central Coast this month. Omega Nu of…
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Five people arrested in connection downtown Gilroy midnight fight
GILROY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Five people were arrested after a fight in Downtown Gilroy on March 31. According to Gilroy Police Department, a fight…
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Trump’s massive tariffs shake markets, spark recession fears
Updated: 03 APR 25 16:04 ET By John Towfighi, CNN New York (CNN) — Global markets on Thursday were severely rattled by President Donald Trump’s…
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National Burrito Day 2025: Holy guacamole, the freebies are fire this year
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KTVU FOX 2) – National Burrito Day returns on Thursday, April 3, bringing with it a nationwide wave of burrito deals,…
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San Benito County launches first-ever mobile crisis response team
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — San Benito County launched a new community mobile crisis response program to offer immediate mental health…
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Concerns raised over local middle school as SUHSD debates use of funds
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Salinas Union High School District (SUHSD) is advancing a plan to allocate nearly $130 million for facilities…
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How tariffs driving up the cost of cars are affecting dealerships, car buyers
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Car sales soared over the weekend in Salinas, ahead of President Trump’s plans to implement a 25 percent tariff on cars…
Continue ReadingMobile Home Fire in Watsonville
A structure fire in Watsonville was knocked down quickly by Watsonville Fire on Wednesday night. It happened around 6:30pm, Firefighters responding…
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Live Oak School District teachers hold rally calling for competitive wages and fully staffed schools
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – Dozens of teachers, parents, and students with the Live Oak School District marched in solidarity calling for more…
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Xavier Becerra running for California governor
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KTVU FOX 2) — Xavier Becerra, former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services and former Attorney General of California, on…
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Santa Cruz City high schools welcome new Wellness Centers
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — Harbor High School is cutting the ribbon on their new Wellness Center today April 2nd at 2:30pm. Taking place in the…
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Salinas Police investigating early morning shooting, victim expected to survive
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — An early morning shooting left one person shot but expected to survive in Salinas. The shooting happened right after 4…
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One person dead after being hit by vehicle in Moss Landing
MOSS LANDING, Calif. (KION-TV) — A person is dead after being hit by an unknown driver near Moss Landing. According to the CHP’s public traffic…
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Monterey Peninsula College announces Lobo Career Fair for students and employers
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey Peninsula College’s Career Services announces its annual Lobo Career Fair on Wednesday, April 3, to connect…
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San Benito County residents may be reimbursed for winter storm damage
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — San Benito County residents affected by the 2023-2024 severe winter Storms can seek possible financial…
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Gilroy Garlic Festival gracing Gilroy Gardens after 6 years
GILROY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Gilroy Garlic Festival is gracing Gilroy Gardens this year, where it is making its return. Tragedy struck the…
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Police: Suspects escape in Mechanics Bank Robbery
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Salinas Police confirm they’re investigating a bank robbery at the Mechanics Bank on North Davis in Salinas. Police say…
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Carmel-by-the-Sea discusses new address implementation plan and the cost of a public vote
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, Calif. (KION-TV) – The City of Carmel-by-the-sea is once again discussing a change to one it’s unique characteristics. On…
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Actor Val Kilmer, known for ‘The Doors,’ ‘Tombstone,’ and ‘Top Gun’ dies at 65
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (KION) – Val Kilmer, an iconic actor known best for his roles as Jim Morrison in “The Doors,” Doc Holliday in “Tombstone,” and…
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Road closures in Soledad due to Front Street Maintenance Project
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV) — Drivers in Soledad will notice some closures and construction this week as part of the Front Street Maintenance Project.…
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City of Monterey presents options for outdated Central Public Safety Facility
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The city of Monterey will receive a presentation on the Monterey Public Safety Facility Feasibility Study to…
Continue Reading CHP brings awareness to distracted driving with 24 hour maximum enforcement period
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. (KION-TV) — California Highway Patrol is in the midst of the 24-hour Maximum Enforcement Period for distracted driving…
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Salinas Fire Station 1 relocation journey during renovations
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — While Fire Station 1 in Salinas is getting a makeover, Fire personnel and engines have been stationed at Sherwood Hall…
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UC campuses face strikes from UPTE over ongoing healthcare concerns
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) — Nationwide strikes have been held by University Professional and Technical Employees (UTPE) at Universities of…
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Person in critcal condition after being hit by car in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — One person remains in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle on Monday night. The incident happened at…
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Good Old Days Street Festival to delight Pacific Grove once more in May
PACIFIC GROVE, CA (KION-TV) — A much-beloved street festival looks to bring a bit of joy and nostalgia to Pacific Grove. The two-day Good Old Days…
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Carmel-by-the-Sea Looking to Update Anti-Camping Regulations
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA CA. – City council in Carmel-by-the-Sea is set to vote on an ordinance that would update their anti-camping regulations. Right now…
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Power restored, roads open after deadly crash knocks down power
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — UPDATE 10:46 3/31/2025 – According to PG&E Outage Map and the Watsonville Police Department, power has been…
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Name of inmate killed during Monterey County Jail assault identified
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Updated 3:58 p.m. 3/31/2025 – The name of the inmate found dead after an assault has been released. According to the…
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Funeral service announced for King City sergeant who passed away unexpectedly
KING CITY, Calif. (KION-TV) — King City Police Department announced the funeral service for Officer Ryan Kenedy on April 3rd. The service is being…
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Capitola approves revitalization plans along 41st Avenue corridor
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Major improvements are on the way for 41st Avenue in Capitola, a popular corridor known for drawing both locals and…
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212,000 pounds of egg substitute product recalled
WASHINGTON D.C. (KION-TV) — The USDA says a food manufacturer is recalling more than 212,000 pounds of egg substitute from store shelves because the…
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Tesla Takedown protest in Seaside for Global Day of Action Saturday
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Hundreds of Tesla protests broke out Saturday across the globe, part of the Tesla Takedown movement sweeping across…
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County of Santa Cruz seeking community input for Hazard Mitigation Plan
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The County of Santa Cruz has announced that they are seeking public input to help the Office of Response,…
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Four drivers arrested for street racing in Salinas
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Four people have been arrested in Salinas for street racing along the US 101 on Thursday night. According to CHP…
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‘One Battle After Another’ trailer showcases San Juan Bautista
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA, Calif. (KION-TV): The countdown starts now for Leonardo DiCaprio to be shooting scenes on the streets of San Juan Bautista for his…
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San Benito Sheriff’s concludes escaped inmate investigations
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — San Benito County Sheriff’s Office provided an update on an escaped inmate last year after two investigations…
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Waiting for the Bus: Royal Oaks families growing frustrated over school buses that sometimes never show up
ROYAL OAKS, Calif. (KION-TV) — A Royal Oaks community is growing frustrated over the lack of bus service for students in the Pajaro Valley Unified…
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One person rescued from capsized boat at Twin Lakes State Beach in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – A small boat flipped over in Santa Cruz on Twin Lakes State Beach on Thursday afternoon. The Santa Cruz County…
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Cause of death revealed in Santa Cruz Mountains homicide, no threat to public as search for suspect continues
LOS GATOS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Updated 10:51 a.m. 4/3/2025 – The cause of death of the two victims in the Santa Cruz Mountains has been revealed.…
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Santa Cruz Wharf sees another wave of anchovies, sparking fears of another potential die off
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) The Santa Cruz Harbor is seeing another wave of anchovies in its waters Friday, sparking fears of another potential die…
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New Encampment Resolution Fund highlights unhoused support
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV) — More than 30 people have received support from Soledad’s Encampment Resolution Fund. The grant is meant to serve those…
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King City responds to youth violence with a plan of action
KING CITY, Calif. (KION-TV) — King City is looking to address a recent uptick in youth violence as the city council took first steps in developing a…
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Suspect arrested in early morning chase ending in Marina charged with attempted murder
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Updated 4:45 p.m. 3/27/2025 – Monterey Police have identified the suspect in Marina wanted for attempted murder. The…
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Hammer-wielding man arrested after attempted dognapping in Capitola
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) — A man was arrested in Capitola after attempting to steal a dog away from a family on Capitola Beach. According to the…
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Santa Cruz lifeguard receives Medal of Valor for heroic ocean rescue mission
VENTURA, Calif. (KEYT-TV) — For Brendan Daly, putting others first is his life’s mission. He has to make split second decisions…
Continue Reading Alleged suspect arrested in shopping mall shooting from September; Watsonville Police
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Watsonville Police announced Wednesday that they’ve solved an attempted murder case from September 8, 2024. They…
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County of Monterey hold budget workshop to address $39.7 million deficit
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – The County of Monterey is navigating a projected $39.7 million deficit with a budget workshop to help figure out how to…
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