Fire at Garfield Park Community Church being investigated as arson, firefighters say
SANTA CRUZ, CALIF. (KION-TV)- UPDATE ON DEC. 26, 2023 AT 6:36 PM- The Santa Cruz Fire Department confirmed that a fire that took place at Garfield…
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Salinas Police Activities League President and CEO Jeff Lamb has passed away
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Tuesday, The Salinas Police Activities League announced that their President and CEO Jeff Lamb has passed away. The…
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Local Capitola brewery robbed just before Christmas, cash register and credit card system stolen
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV)- The owners of English Ales Brewery confirmed to KION that their cash register and credit card system was stolen on…
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Minor flight delays causing some travel headaches at Monterey Regional Airport
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The travel rush is on at airports across the country. People are jumping on flights for the holiday, including here at…
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Three suspects arrested in Christmas Day theft that led to a car chase, deputies say
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said they have arrested three suspects who led deputies on a car chase that…
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US airstrikes hit Kataib Hezbollah sites in Iraq after attack on US troops
Originally Published: 25 DEC 23 22:55 ET Updated: 26 DEC 23 08:39 ET By Samantha Waldenberg, Brad Lendon and Mohammed Tawfeeq, CNN (CNN) — The US…
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CHISPA and PG&E help family move into a new home for the holidays
MARINA, Calif. (KION) – A family of eight was on the brink of homelessness but got some help just in time for the holidays. The family was living out…
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Loyalty Means Longevity to a Pacific Grove restaurant
Pacific Grove, Calif (KION-TV) In this week’s edition of “Living in the 831”, we’re celebrating a locally owned restaurant that’s remained a hot spot…
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Jokic a perfect 18-of-18 from free-throw line, draws ire of Kerr, as Nuggets beat Warriors 120-114
By PAT GRAHAM AP Sports Writer DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic’s frequent parade to the free-throw line was a sore subject for Steve Kerr. The…
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FBI says it’s investigating after reports of violent threats to Colorado judges in Trump case
By Jack Forrest and Sean Lyngaas, CNN (CNN) — The FBI is working with law enforcement officials in Colorado in the wake of threats made against…
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Vehicle fire spreads into two apartment units in Salinas, two families displaced, firefighters said
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- Salinas Fire confirmed that two families were displaced after a vehicle fire damaged two apartment units on Sunday…
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Be Mindful- Social Media’s Impact on Kids
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- In our latest installment in our Be Mindful series, we talked to a teenager who described how social media played a…
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Greenfield home damaged after speeding car rolls and crashes onto property, says police
GREENFIELD, Calif. (KION-TV) — Two people are hurt after Greenfield Police said they were speeding through a neighborhood and lost control of their…
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PG&E demonstrates use of drones as company shifts to technology to inspect power pole issues
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Tonight a behind the scenes look at how PG&E is using drones in its efforts to inspect faulty power poles Chief…
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Monterey County appeals FEMA’s denial of reimbursement for repairs done after 2020 Carmel Fire
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey County is appealing the denial of about $1.5 million in reimbursements from FEMA for repairs done to…
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Fiery crash at Highway 152 and Lovers Lane leaves at least one person dead
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — At least one person is dead after a crash along Highway 152 and Lovers Lane Friday morning. The crash happened…
Continue ReadingFATAL CRASH ON PACHECO PASS
A fatal collision on highway 152 and Lovers Lane left at least 1 person dead Friday morning. It happened around 1:36 AM, one vehicle catching fire…
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Rally calls for Seaside Police officer to be fired following allegations of excessive force with 15-year-old
On Thursday, a group of protestors in Seaside called for action, surrounding a Seaside Police Officer reportedly pinning down a 15-year old with his…
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Increase in deaths of homeless persons recognized during annual Homeless Memorial in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — During an emotional ceremony on Thursday, Santa Cruz County recognized the 122 homeless individuals who died from…
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Travelers rush in and out of Monterey Regional Airport to start busy stretch of holiday travel
raveling to their destination. KION’s Nataly Gutierrez will be going to Monterey Regional Airport to check in with…
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Pajaro businesses continue on the road to recovery after flooding
PAJARO, Calif. (KION-TV)- Businesses in Pajaro are looking for ways to continue building back stronger after the flooding earlier this year. That’s…
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Former part-time Santa Cruz High band staff member arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a student in 2001, police say
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV)- Santa Cruz Police said they have arrested a former Santa Cruz High School band staff member who allegedly sexually…
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Santa Cruz METRO gets $2 million in funding to turn Watsonville Transit Center into transit-oriented affordable housing
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV)-The Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District got some good news ahead of holiday season. Transit officials announced…
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State approves re-stocking of rainbow trout to Lake San Antonio
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- If you love fishing in Lake San Antonio then you will be in luck. The California Department Fish of Wildlife…
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Volunteers needed for Monterey County point-in-time count
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The County of Monterey is looking volunteers to help in their 2024 point-in-time survey. County officials said the…
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Salinas businesses see boost in revenue ahead of the holiday season
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- With only five days until Christmas Day, shoppers are heading to Oldtown Salinas. Shops in Downtown Salinas are busier…
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Salinas softball coach sentenced to two years in prison for having unlawful sex with a minor, DA’s office says
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)-UPDATE ON DEC. 20 AT 1:50 PM-The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office confirmed that a Monterey County softball coach…
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27-year-old Santa Cruz man dies in solo vehicle crash on Highway 1 Near Morrisey Boulevard
SANTA CRUZ, CALIF. (KION-TV)- The California Highway Patrol confirmed that a 27-year-old Santa Cruz man is dead after he flipped his truck on Highway…
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Two suspects allegedly involved in elderly abuse scam have been arrested in Los Gatos, police say
DEL REY OAKS, Calif. (KION-TV)- UPDATE ON DEC. 20, 2023 AT 1:19 PM- Del Rey Oaks Police said that two suspects who were allegedly involved in an…
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17-year-old boy arrested in connection to deadly stabbing, police say
GREENFIELD, Calif. (KION-TV)- UPDATE ON DEC. 20, 2023 AT 12:14 PM- On Wednesday morning Greenfield Police said that they have arrested a 17-year-old…
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CHP Santa Cruz receiving multiple reports of car crashes, downed lines, and fallen trees because of rainy weather
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- If you are on the roads this week, there could be plenty of road closures that could impact your commute. On…
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28-year-old woman pleads not guilty to murder charges in 2021 Hollister shooting, court says
The San Benito County Sheriff’s Office said it has had a break in the case of the murder of Adolfo “Junior” Davila, and the agency is now looking for…
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People living in Bolsa Knolls neighborhood getting prepared for potential flooding
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV): Rain is expected on the Central Coast and people who live in Bolsa Knolls experienced major flooding in Dec. 2022…
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Monterey County to host TRUTH Act presentation on January 23
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office will be holding a TRUTH Act presentation on January 23. County officials said by law…
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Trump is ineligible for office under 14th Amendment’s ‘insurrectionist ban,’ Colorado Supreme Court rules
By Marshall Cohen, Devan Cole and Holmes Lybrand, CNN (CNN) — In a stunning and unprecedented decision, the Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday…
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Living in the 831- Monterey County Vineyard Leaves a Legacy of Excellence
Soledad, Calif. (KION-TV)- Monterey County is turning into it’s own popular wine country with more and more wineries opening up. However, there’s one…
Continue ReadingPower outages reported in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, CA (KION-TV) Close to 5 p.m. almost 3,000 customers in the City of Santa Cruz lost power. The majority of the power outages were to the…
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CHP Santa Cruz officer injured in rear-end crash on Highway 17
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- A CHP Santa Cruz Officer has been released from a local hospital after he was involved in a two-vehicle crash on…
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City of Seaside handing out sandbags during the winter storm season
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV)- Some cities on the Central Coast are seeing rain and are now preparing for the potential for significant rainfall this…
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Montage Health forgiving medical debt for thousands of patients who were treated from 2020-2022
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Montage Health announced that thousands of former patients who were treated at Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula…
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Monterey Bay F.C. releases 2024 schedule, home games will be televised on KION
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV)- It is never too early to start getting hyped up for soccer season. Monterey Bay F.C. announced their 2024 USL Championship…
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City of Salinas awards best decorated house
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- There are some houses in Salinas that are spreading holiday cheer. Councilman Steve McShane hosted the annual Holiday Home…
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San Francisco prosecutors begin charging 80 protesters who blocked bridge while demanding cease-fire
By OLGA R. RODRIGUEZ Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — San Francisco prosecutors on Monday began charging 80 protesters who last month blocked…
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Jury finds Jonathan Majors guilty of assault and harassment
Originally Published: 18 DEC 23 14:57 ET Updated: 18 DEC 23 17:07 ET By Alli Rosenbloom and Nicki Brown, CNN (CNN) — A New York jury on Monday…
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Fresh Express recalls multiple spinach products due to possible a potential health risk from listeria monocytogenes
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Food and Drug Administration announced that Fresh Express issued a voluntary recall over concerns that their spinach…
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San Benito County needs volunteers to help with point-in-time count
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- San Benito County needs volunteers to help with the point-in-time count to help them collect data on community…
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Former NBA G League player and his girlfriend arrested in killing and kidnapping of missing woman in Las Vegas, police say
Originally Published: 18 DEC 23 04:42 ET By Elizabeth Wolfe, Melissa Alonso and Jessica Flynn, CNN (CNN) — Chance Comanche, a former player with…
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Sandbag locations throughout the Central Coast
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV)- With rain expected throughout the Central Coast this week, all three Central Coast counties will have multiple…
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McCaffrey scores 3 TDs and 49ers clinch NFC West with 45-29 rout of Cardinals for 6th straight win
By DAVID BRANDT AP Sports Writer GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Deebo Samuel was stunned to be so wide open for San Francisco’s first touchdown of…
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Local motorcycle club delivers Christmas gifts to Salinas families in need
SALINAS, CALIF. (KION-TV) – Christmas came a little early for some families in Salinas this year. On Saturday, the rumble of motorcycle engines…
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