Salinas to approve letter of support for bill cracking down on sex work
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) — A new California assembly bill will crack down on sex work and human trafficking with the City of Salinas looking to send a…
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PG&E hosting wildfire prevention webinar for safety efforts
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) — On Tuesday, April 8, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will be holding a wildfire prevention webinar…
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SCPL joins Santa Cruz Pride 50th anniversary celebrations
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — Santa Cruz Public Libraries (SCPL) is set to start celebrating Santa Cruz Pride’s 50th anniversary with events…
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19-year old from Milpitas killed in deadly crash south of Davenport
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – The CHP released new details about a deadly crash that shut down part of Highway 1 in Santa Cruz County…
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People split over Santa Cruz County plan to start construction on transitional housing center
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Construction is set to begin in early April on a new bridge housing facility located at 2202 Soquel Avenue.…
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Hands Off Protest, takes over the Central Coast in nationwide rally
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) —Â Across the nation, people are hitting the streets to demand that President Trump and Elon Musk leave vital services,…
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CDFW announces early ending to commercial Dungeness crab season
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) – The California Department of Fish and Wildlife announced new changes for commercial and recreational crab fishing…
Continue ReadingAir Rescue in Big Sur
Calfire BEU has confirmed a rescue operation on Friday at Junipero Serra Peak in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. Officials say that around 2:44pm, they…
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Greenfield gang arrests linked to San Jose murder, in multi-agency operation
GREENFIELD, Calif. (KION-TV) — A multi-agency operation, sparked by a deadly shooting in San Jose, has led to multiple gang-related arrests,…
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Man dead after early morning accident in Santa Cruz
SOQUEL, Calif. (KION-TV) — A 73-year-old man is dead after being hit by a car on Highway 1 in the early morning hours near Soquel Avenue. According…
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Newsom urges California-made products to be exempt from Trump tariff retaliation
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KION-TV)Â —Â Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday released a 30-second video saying how much he values global trade, imploring…
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San Benito River homeless encampment set to be cleared by end of April
SAN BENITO, Calif. (KION) — Encampments along the San Benito, set to be cleared in just a few weeks. City and county officials there say they are a…
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King City Sergeant remembered by friends, family across Monterey County
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Law enforcement officers, family members, and loved ones gathered to say a final goodbye to Sergeant Ryan Kennedy, who…
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New Bridge Housing facility construction begins, opens 2026
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Construction is beginning on a new facility for Santa Cruz County’s Behavioral Health Bridge Housing program.…
Continue ReadingJanuary 6th Rioters in Salinas
A debate on the national stage came to the central coast on Thursday night, as a group of 6 January 6th rioters came to speak at an event for The…
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Capitola City Council to Vote on Controversial Rail Trail Proposal
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) — After a heated town hall meeting in Capitola, City Council members are preparing for an important vote on the…
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Deputies looking for more victims after Aptos suspect arrested for child sexual assault
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office said an Aptos man has been arrested for allegedly assaulting at least…
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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) —Â 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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