20-year-old arrested with 500 fentanyl pills and revolver in Salinas
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – Salinas Police said they arrested a man on North Main Street and Rossi for possessing a gun and fentanyl pills. A traffic…
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Wanted street racer arrested with handgun and cannabis cartridges
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said they arrested a man wanted for street racing back in mid-July. The initial…
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Capri Sun recalled for possibly containing cleaning solution
(KION-TV)- Kraft Heinz has issued a voluntary recall for the Capri Sun Wild Cherry Flavored Juice Drink due to the possibility of it containing a…
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Two shot at Beach Flats Park in Santa Cruz drive-by
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV)- Santa Cruz Police said at least two people were shot Sunday night after a drive-by at Beach Flats Park. Police arrived…
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Hunter dead after rollover crash in Monterey County
JOLON, Calif. (KION-TV)- In what has been a devastating weekend on the Central Coast for fatal car crashes. A hunter died on day one of rifle…
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One person dead after crash along Highway 1 near Lightfighter Drive
The CHP confirms that one person is dead after a car crash on Highway…
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Man dies after car erupts in flames in Hollister
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION) California Highway Patrol is investigating a solo-vehicle car crash that left one man dead early Sunday morning in the…
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Anne Heche dies of crash injuries after life support removed
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Anne Heche, the Emmy-winning film and television actor whose dramatic Hollywood rise in the 1990s and accomplished career…
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Watsonville native mic’d up during minor league baseball game
Dayton Dragons infielder and Cincinnati Reds prospect, Ruben Ibarra, showed off some of his personality in a recent game against the Fort Wayne…
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Kobe Bryant crash scene photos were shared during awards ceremony cocktail hour, witness testifies
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (CNN) — Photos taken at the scene of the fatal helicopter crash that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven…
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Man arrested in connection to ATM fire in South Salinas
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) UPDATE August 12, 2022, at 3:21 p.m.- Salinas Police said they arrested a man in connection with an ATM fire that occurred…
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UPDATE: Forward progress stopped on DeLaveaga Fire in Santa Cruz
UPDATE, 2:36 p.m.- CAL FIRE crews say forward progress has stopped on the DeLaveaga Fire. Crews say about three to five acres burned. No injuries or…
Continue ReadingCalifornia’s new college savings program to help millions of kids save for higher education
By Greta Serrin Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO, California (KCRA) — More than three million California…
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SpaceX launches 46 satellites into orbit from California
VANDENBERG SPACE FORCE BASE, Calif. (AP) — SpaceX launched 46 more Starlink satellites into orbit from California on Friday. The satellites were…
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California governor wants to extend nuclear plant’s life
LOS ANGELES (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing to extend the life of the state’s last operating nuclear power plant by at least…
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Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. suspended 80 games for violating MLB’s drug policy
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (KION-TV)- Fernando Tatis Jr. is facing a suspension for violating Major League Baseball’s performance-enhancing drug policy,…
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49ers begin their quest for their sixth Lombardi Trophy
SANTA CLARA, CALIF, (KION-TV): The Trey Lance era will begin tonight as the San Francisco 49ers will take on the Green Bay Packers as both teams open…
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FBI took 11 sets of classified material from Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home while investigating possible Espionage Act violations
By Katelyn Polantz, Zachary Cohen, Sara Murray and Marshall Cohen, CNN The Justice Department removed 11 sets of classified documents from former…
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Benny the Gilroy dog found in Germany reunited with owner
Gilroy Police reported a golden retriever was found roaming the streets of a small village in Germany. …
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Salinas Fire investigating arson at South Salinas froyo location
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- Salinas Fire said they contained a shrub fire Friday morning outside the MYO Frozen Yogurt on South Main Street. Salinas…
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Anne Heche passes a week after crash at age 53
UPDATE: According to her friend Nancy Davis, actor Anne Heche passed away a week after her crash. Davis wrote, “Heaven has a new Angel . My…
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Author Salman Rushdie attacked at western New York event and a suspect is in custody, police say
By Ray Sanchez, Adam Thomas, Kristina Sgueglia and Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN (CNN)Salman Rushdie — a celebrated author and winner of the world’s…
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Veggie Box event at Rancho Cielo helps feed local community
A new milestone was reached in Rancho Cielo’s effort to feed those in need as more than ten thousand boxes of tasty goods were handed out this…
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Giants mourn passing of Burlingame school principal Cristin Coleman, wife of Tim Lincecum
SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Giants announced Thursday the loss of Cristin Coleman, wife of former Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum, who passed…
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Russell’s No. 6 jersey retired across NBA, a 1st for league
Bill Russell’s No. 6 jersey is being retired across the NBA. The league and the National Basketball Players Association made the announcement…
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Newsom: California must boost water recycling, desalination
By KATHLEEN RONAYNE Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California should invest tens of billions of dollars in water recycling, storage and…
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Police: 17-year-old student arrested for making violent threats towards Gonzales school
GONZALES, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Gonzales Unified School District was informed Thursday of a “non-specific threat” being made “to no particular…
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Watsonville Police determine suspicious device to be cooking item, streets open
WATSONVILLE, CALIF. (KION-TV)- UPDATE August 11, 2022, at 10:21 a.m.- Watsonville Police Officers on the scene say that the suspicious device…
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Illegal cannabis farm found hidden on Salinas berry farm
MONTEREY, CALIF, (KION-TV): The Monterey County Cannabis Enforcement Unit discovered a massive illegal cannabis operation hidden on a berry farm in…
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Social media addiction bill fails in California Legislature
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California lawmakers on Thursday rejected a proposal that could have forced some popular…
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PG&E and Marina Fire conduct safety exercise to review natural gas safety
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV)- PG&E conducted a safety exercise along with Marina Fire in response to a recent surge in homeowners and third-party…
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Faced with staffing shortages, businesses gearing up for busy Monterey Car Week
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) – Monterey Car Week officially kicks off on Friday. Monterey County expects around 85,000 people to visit the Central…
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Man arrested in Santa Cruz with loaded handgun and Xanax
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Sunday, Santa Cruz Police said they arrested a man that was oddly parked in a roadway on Ocean Street and blocking…
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CDC ends recommendations for social distancing and quarantine for Covid-19 control, no longer recommends test-to-stay in schools
By Brenda Goodman and Elizabeth Cohen, CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the nation should move away from restrictive…
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WATCH: Bodycam video of Marshawn Lynch arrested in Las Vegas on suspicion of DUI
LAS VEGAS, (KION-TV) — Las Vegas Metro police said they arrested former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch on suspicion of DUI. Video of Marshawn…
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School Resource Officer assigned to Spring Grove School in San Benito County
The San Benito County Sheriff’s Office announced the appointment of a School Resource Officer at Spring Grove School near…
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49ers legend Frank Gore charged in New Jersey for domestic violence dispute
ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JER. (KION-TV)- Former San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore has been charged with assault after an alleged domestic…
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Carmel Fire that destroyed 73 structures in 2020 caused by dragging chains
CARMEL VALLEY, Calif. (KION) UPDATE August 10, 2022, at 1:51 p.m.- Monterey County Regional Fire Department has determined the cause of a 2020…
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Thieves take over $200 from Soledad Jr. Giants Program
SOLEDAD, CALIF- (KION TV): The Soledad-Mission Recreation District confirmed to KION that they were robbed last weekend after thieves got away with…
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Gas leak on Freedom Boulevard in Watsonville closes part of road
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV)- PG&E is in the area of Freedom Boulevard from Alta Vista Street to Clifford Avenue after reports of a gas leak…
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New $7,800 grant to help improve Fort Ord trails
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- A $78,000 grant has been given to the Monterey Off-Road Cycling Association to help “reduce environmental impact in…
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Newsom picks 1st Latina state Supreme Court chief justice
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday nominated Patricia Guerrero to be the…
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Residents in rural areas will have transportation across Monterey County starting Wednesday
SALINAS, CALIF, (KION TV): The Independent Transportation Network Monterey County will launch its first ride on Wednesday at 10 a.m. A member…
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Man arrested for DUI with loaded gun and drugs for sale
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office said they arrested a man over the weekend after finding various illegal items…
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Downed power line on York Road leaves nearly 4,000 without power near Del Rey Oaks
DEL REY OAKS, Calif. (KION-TV)- PG&E said that around 3,382 customers are without power due to a downed power line at York Road and Highway 68.…
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Digital “origins” series highlights Watsonville native for Monterey Bay F.C.
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV) – Monterey Bay F.C. is allowing fans to get to know its players with a digital “origins” series. The first of which…
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77-year-old man dead after crashing north of Gonzales
GONZALES, Calif. (KION-TV)- CHP is investigating a crash that occurred Monday at 8:45 p.m. on Old Stage and Iverson Road that left a man dead. CHP…
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CDCR investigating third inmate homicide of year at Salinas Valley State Prison
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV)- On August 3, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation said an inmate was murdered after being attacked…
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Hollister Police charging teen with felonies after blowing off-hand with fireworks
A minor was badly injured after an explosion in north Hollister on Saturday…
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Santa Cruz County schools dealing with staffing shortages
SANTA CRUZ, Calif (KION-TV) – Teachers and staffing shortages are still a problem nationwide, even after two years since the pandemic began. The…
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