Stabbing victim succumbs to wounds Monday night; Salinas Police
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Salinas Police announced Thursday that the victim from Monday’s deadly stabbing, identified as 20-year-old Juan Carlos…
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Monterey County secures funding for drainage study in the Bolsa Knolls community
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV): Help may be on the way for the people who live in the Bolsa Knolls community, just North of…
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How enhance power line settings are contributing to frequent power outages in Aptos
APTOS, Calif. (KION-TV) –Â Power outages have become a pressing issue for residents in Aptos, where frustrations and concerns grow. The enhanced…
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Fire near Highway 152 and Bloomfield Avenue east of Gilroy
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Cal Fire SCU confirmed that they were battling a fire Wednesday near Highway 152 and Bloomfield Avenue east of…
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The warning signs of suicide ideation in light of Suicide Prevention Month
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Suicide numbers for both adults and children are on the rise, according to the Centers for Disease Control and…
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Man who killed Castroville toddler in 2011 has been granted parole, DA’s office says
CASTROVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County D.A. said the Board of Parole has affirmed its initial efforts to grant parole to a man…
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Most maternal deaths can be prevented. Here’s how California aims to cut them in half
CalMatters After a rise in the rate of maternal deaths, California health officials have a new plan to keep new mothers healthy before and after…
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California congressman introduces bill that could provide kidney donors with financial incentive
By Dominic Garcia Click here for updates on this story STOCKTON, California (KMAX, KOVR) — Every day, 12 people die waiting for a kidney…
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Pacific Grove City Council moves to improve traffic safety at Robert Down Elementary
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Crosswalk concerns in Pacific Grove. The city is expected to hear a report from the traffic engineer who believes…
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Foot pursuit across Highway 101 Monday evening; Monterey County Sheriff’s office
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County Sheriff’s office announced Tuesday that a foot across multiple lanes of Highway 101 lead…
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Marina Police warns community about apparent mountain lion sighting in the city
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Marina Police is warning people via social media about an apparent mountain lion sighting in the city. Police are…
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Local Salinas corporal and WWII POW identified
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced Friday that a Salinas corporal who was captured and died as a…
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California governor signs laws to protect actors against unauthorized use of AI
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed off Tuesday on legislation aiming at protecting Hollywood actors and…
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A Southern California man pleads not guilty to setting a fire that exploded into a massive wildfire
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. (AP) — A California man has pleaded not guilty to starting a fire that authorities said ballooned into a massive wildfire…
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More than 80 homes lost in Southern California’s massive Airport Fire: “I don’t have nowhere to go”
By Marissa Wenzke Click here for updates on this story RIVERSIDE, California (KCAL, KCBS) — More than 80 homes were completely destroyed in the…
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PG&E customer charged for someone else’s utility bill for up to 18 years
By Ashley Sharp Click here for updates on this story VACAVILLE, California (KMAX, KOVR) — A Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) customer who…
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Judge refuses to grant bail to Sean “Diddy” Combs, orders him sent to jail while he awaits sex trafficking trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Judge refuses to grant bail to Sean “Diddy” Combs, orders him sent to jail while he awaits sex trafficking…
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Monterey Regional Airport installs voting exhibit ahead of election
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) announced that its Art at the Airport program will feature a new student art…
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Alisal Union Unified School rumors school threats
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV): The Alisal Union Unified School District made aware of some rumors on social media threatening harm to schools. The…
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Police alert about nationwide bitcoin scam
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Scotts Valley Police Department announced Monday that they have received multiple cases involving bitcoin…
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City of Santa Cruz to address homelessness response plan Tuesday
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — On Tuesday at 6 p.m. the City of Santa Cruz will be holding a presentation and discussion to address the state of the…
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Gang member pled guilty to two counts of murder; Monterey District Attorney
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced Monday that Eliazar Arellano Ayron, 22 years old from…
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Thousands in California’s jails have the right to vote — but here’s why many won’t
CalMatters Ronald Latney used to believe his vote didn’t matter. But after returning to jail this year, he realized the difference it can make —…
Continue ReadingCalifornia firm produces 3D-printed tiny homes using waste plastic
By John Ramos Click here for updates on this story SAN JOSE, California (KPIX) — California has plenty of problems…
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Tito Jackson, member of beloved pop group the Jackson 5, dies at 70
Associated Press Tito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died. He was 70. Jackson was the third of…
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Monterey Bay F.C. continues quest to clinch first playoff appearance in team history
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey Bay F.C. was unable to get the one goal they needed against the Las Vegas Lights to clinch a win, making their…
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Long-term and development plans move forward in Capitola
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Plans to move forward with Capitola’s community feedback on the wharf’s long-term use and development is moving…
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Sam Darnold and an attacking defense drive the undefeated Vikings in a 23-17 win over the 49ers
AP Pro Football Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The struggles Sam Darnold endured through his first five years in the NFL relegated him to backup duty…
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Firefighters make progress on Airport Fire burning in Riverside and Orange counties
LOS ANGELES (KCAL, KCBS) — Firefighters Sunday continued to make progress on the Airport Fire, which has scorched more than 20,000 acres, in…
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Carmel-by-the-Sea hosting public meeting to discuss Overhead to Underground Power Line project
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Carmel-by-the-Sea city staff were scheduled to host a meeting Monday regarding potentially converting overhead…
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California’s earliest snow advisory in nearly 20 years could also bring month’s worth of rain
By Allison Chinchar and Elliana Hebert, CNN (CNN) — A low pressure system moving into the West Coast today will bring rare early-season snow…
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No parking on Coast Road at the Bixby Bridge starting Friday
BIG SUR, Calif. (KION-TV) — A no-parking rule goes into effect today on Coast Road at the Bixby Bridge along Highway 1, according to Cal Trans. The…
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Sextortion arrest in Marina, suspect in L.A. County jail; police say
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Marina police say that a Los Angeles man is facing charges following an investigation into allegations of sextortion…
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Christian McCaffrey will not play Sunday against Vikings
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KION-TV) —Â The 49ers announced on Friday that RB Christian McCaffrey will not suit up when the 49ers take on the Vikings in…
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Armed robber suspect arrested with stolen items recovered, second suspect on the loose; deputies say
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County Sheriff’s office announced Friday that a suspect wanted for an armed robbery was arrested…
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Line Fire in Southern California slows but continues to smolder, many evacuations remain
By Marissa Wenzke Click here for updates on this story SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (KCAL/KCBS) — Thousands fled their homes as the Line Fire tore…
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Stuck-in-space astronauts make first public comments since Boeing capsule left without them
AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Stuck-in-space astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams said Friday it was hard to watch their…
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Kitchen fire breaks out in unoccupied Santa Cruz home Friday morning
SANTA CRUZ, Calif (KION-TV) – On Friday morning, Santa Cruz Fire responded to a fire in a home in the area of Westmoor Court and Westmoor Drive in…
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Coastal Commission approves staff recommendations on the MST’s SURF! Busway Project
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Thursday afternoon, the California Coastal Commission made a motion to approve the commission’s staff…
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Pedestrian hit, killed near Foods Co. in Salinas, police identified suspect and respond
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Maria Portillo was one of the many witnesses who saw a car struck a man Wednesday night on East Alisal and Eucalyptus…
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How social media became a storefront for fake pills as families struggle
AP Technology Writer Fentanyl overdoses have become a leading cause of death for minors in the last five years or so, even as overall drug use has…
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Vikings host 49ers after decisive opening wins for each team, carrying 7-game home win streak vs. SF
San Francisco (1-0) at Minnesota (1-0) Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS BetMGM NFL odds: 49ers by 5½. Series record: 49ers lead 25-24-1. Against the spread:…
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California governor signs a bill bringing back harsh penalties for smash-and-grab robberies
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Thursday bringing back tough criminal penalties targeting…
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Retail credit card interest rates reach record high
By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN (CNN) — When you’re making a purchase at a store’s checkout counter, you may be invited to sign up for the retailer’s…
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An explosive California wildfire looked like a bomb went off from space – here’s what’s happening
CNN By Mary Gilbert, CNN Meteorologist (CNN) — California’s Line Fire is burning so intensely that it created its own weather. Dramatic…
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Salinas Police discover an illegal gambling operation in the Bolsa Knolls region in north Monterey County
SALINAS, CA. (KION-TV): Salinas Police discovered an illegal gambling operation in North Salinas.…
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Thousands without power in the Rio Del Mar area, downed tree to blame, utility says
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — At least 1,500 PG&E customers are still without power in the Rio Del Mar area, according to PG&E. The…
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Ordinance passed Tuesday to limit rental increases in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — The City of Santa Cruz passed a rental cap on Tuesday that would restrict landlords from raising rent to no more than…
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Beached baby orca whale at Carmel State Beach dies
CARMEL, Calif. (KION-TV) — A baby orca whale that was beached at Carmel State Beach has died, according to officials with the Marine Mammal Center.…
Continue Reading McCaffrey heads into Week 2 with the ‘mentality’ that he will play for the 49ers
AP Pro Football Writer SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey heads into the week of practice preparing to play for…
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