Convicted murderer killed by two inmates at Salinas Valley State Prison, CDCR
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV) — Salinas Valley State Prison staff said two SVSP inmates are placed in restricted housing after allegedly attacking and…
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Operation Santa Claus helps more than 400 families in South Monterey County
KING CITY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Santa ditched the sleigh and traditional red suit in favor of camouflage gear and a helicopter as part of Operation…
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Pajaro still under risk within the storm season, agencies say; levee repairs are underway
PAJARO, Calif. (KION-TV) – It looks like a normal day in Pajaro. However, for this community, the fear of another flood never goes away. In March of…
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Third sexual harassment complaint filed against Carmel Unfired School District
CARMEL, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Monday, a sexual harassment lawsuit was filed against the Carmel Unified School District which joins two other lawsuits…
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GM’s Cruise robotaxi unit lays off 900 workers with investigation into San Francisco crash ongoing
NEW YORK (AP) — General Motors’ troubled Cruise autonomous vehicle unit is cutting over 900 jobs, about a quarter of its workforce, as it moves…
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Central Coast Salvation Army locations seeing drop in donations
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Salvation Army confirmed that they have seen a drop in donations for two locations on the Central Coast, one in…
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King City Police Officers to get pay increase starting on January 1
KING CITY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Officers with the King City Police Department will be getting a pay increase in their salaries starting next year. The…
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NBA suspends Draymond Green indefinitely
SAN FRANCISCO, (KION-TV)- The NBA has announced that they have suspended Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green indefinitely on Wednesday…
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PG&E asks for another rate hike due to climate change
By Tom Vacar and KTVU staff OAKLAND, Calif. (FOX-35)- Climate change has aggravated inflation, but nowhere more than with Pacific Gas & Electric,…
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Project Santa Drop-Off Locations
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- Many children throughout Monterey County would love to have Christmas gifts under their trees. We are partnering with…
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House approves impeachment inquiry into President Biden as Republicans rally behind investigation
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Wednesday authorized the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, with every Republican…
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Keith Urban to perform at the California Rodeo Salinas kick-off concert
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- Music fans on the Central Coast might want to clear their concert schedules in July 2024. The California Rodeo Salinas…
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Andre Braugher, star of ‘Brooklyn Nine-Nine’ and ‘Homicide: Life On The Street,’ dies at age 61
(CNN) — Andre Braugher, an intense actor who won an Emmy for “Homicide: Life on the Street” and demonstrated his range in the comedy series…
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Gilroy Police investigating stolen package incidents, community concerned
GILROY, Calif. (KION) – Its the season of giving, and taking. Gilroy Police said they are looking for a male suspect who allegedly took multiple…
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Jung Hoo Lee agrees to six-year, $113 million deal with San Francisco Giants, per report
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (KION-TV)- The San Francisco Giants may have finally gotten their big ticket free agent. The G-Men and outfielder Jung Hoo Lee…
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City of Soledad looking to raise money to renovate their community center
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV)- The City of Soledad announced they are looking to raise over $2 million dollars to renovate their community center. The…
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Living in the 831- Preserving Monterey History in a Modern Way
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV)-A recent tourism business wants locals and tourists alike to pedal their way to the past in a fun, futuristic way. In this…
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BART fares to increase come January as agency increases gate security
BY James Torrez and KTVU staff WALNUT CREEK, Calif. (FOX-35)- Fares are increasing for Bay Area Rapid Transportation, and the transit agency says it…
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Santa Tour returns to City of Watsonville
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — The annual Santa Tour is back in the city of Watsonville for the week of December 11, 2023. Santa arrived in style…
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Over $1 million in federal funding going to road safety in Hollister
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Friday, U.S. Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren announced that that the City of Hollister will be getting a federal grant…
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San Juan Bautista assistant city manager placed on paid administrative leave
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA, Calif. (KION-TV)- San Juan Bautista’s assistant city manager is on administrative leave due to performance-related issues. The…
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Man accused of assaulting Los Gatos Police Officer arrested in Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office confirms a person wanted for assaulting a Los Gatos Police Officer has been…
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City of Monterey announces retirement of Fire Chief effective December 30
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey Fire Chief Gaudenz Panholzer is set to retire effective December 30, 2023 according to the city of Monterey.…
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U.S. Navy Serviceman involved in deadly DUI crash sentenced to six years in prison
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — A 25-year-old U.S. Navy Serviceman and DLI student has been sentenced to six years in prison in connection a deadly…
Continue ReadingBe Mindful: Coping with grief
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- It’s not easy to talk about death yet it’s a reality of life. Grief can be especially hard to cope…
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Plane makes emergency landing near Gonzales, Deputies say no injuries reported
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that a pilot made an emergency landing in an ag field just north of…
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49ers beat Seahawks for second time in three weeks
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KION) – The 49ers held off the Seahawks Sunday at Levi’s Stadium, beating Seattle 28-16. San Francisco improves to 10-3 overall.…
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Watsonville Community Hospital nurses ratify new contract with Pajaro Valley Health Care District
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV)- Nurses at Watsonville Community Hospital have ratified a new three-year contract with the Pajaro Valley Health Care…
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Pacific Grove Police identify two suspects allegedly involved in attempted homicide investigation
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif.- (KION-TV)- UPDATE ON DEC. 10, 2023 AT 12:06 PM- Pacific Grove Police have identified the two suspects who have been arrested…
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Palma, Soquel secure first state football titles
PASADENA, Calif. (KION) – At Pasadena City College, two central coast teams made history in their respective counties. Soquel became the first team…
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Grocery Outlet in Seaside offers relief to shoppers during holiday season
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV): With the holiday season in full swing, shopping can be stressful and expensive. The Grocery Outlet store in Seaside…
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Fire at Midtown Community Center causes $250,000 in damage, according to Santa Cruz Fire
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) – People at a community center used for multiple church services are counting their blessings after a fire broke out…
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Hollister man arrested after allegedly breaking into home and attacking homeowner
HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION-TV) — Hollister Police arrested a man they said was caught breaking into a home and was confronted by the homeowner on…
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Two people arrested for allegedly attempting to steal $4,000 worth of merchandise from Lululemon
LOS GATOS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Los-Gatos Monte Sereno Police said they arrested two people accused of stealing from a Lululemon store in the Los…
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Monterey man arrested on hate crime charge after allegedly vandalizing vehicle of person “because they were Muslim,” says police
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — A 46-year-old Monterey man is facing hate crime and vandalism charges after allegedly scratching a person’s car because…
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Soledad City Council votes to let voters decide fate of District Elections ordinance
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV)- Soledad councilmembers have approved to allow voters to decide the fate of a District-Based Elections ordinance…
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Doctors from Mexico filling holes in California farmworker health care
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV): Doctors from Mexico at the Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas continue filling a gap in providing health care services…
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Monterey County Sheriff’s Office identifies victim in Acosta Plaza shooting
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) – UPDATE ON DEC. 3, 2023 AT 12:36 PM- The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office have identified the 32-year-old man who was shot…
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King City man arrested on attempted murder charges after shooting took place on Sussex Way, police say
KING CITY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The King City Police Department said that a King City man has been arrested after he allegedly shot a man on Sussex Way…
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Monterey County Regional Fire gets state grant for emergency and rescue services
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Monterey County Regional Fire Protection District got a state grant for their fire fighter safety program. The…
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These new California laws take effect January 2024
FOX-35, (LOS ANGELES)- California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed several new bills into law during the last legislative session. Here is a look at…
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Longtime NFL kicker Robbie Gould retires after 18-year career
AP- Longtime NFL kicker Robbie Gould is retiring following an 18-year career that established him as one of the game’s best in the clutch. Gould…
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Pleasant Hill pilot released from custody, can’t board another plane
PORTLAND, Oregon – A federal and state judge have now allowed a former Alaska Airlines pilot from Pleasant Hill accused of trying to cut…
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Living in the 831- Lucy’s on Lighthouse
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION-TV)- We have started a new series called Living in the 831. We will hear the stories of the people and places that makes…
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Santa Cruz County adds sales tax measure to ballot
SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Santa Cruz County voters will be able to decide to raise the sales tax for unincorporated parts of the county.…
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Salinas Police say at-home masseur allegedly sexually assaulted female farmworkers
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- UPDATE ON DEC. 6, 2023 AT 5:41 PM- Salinas Police said that a 53-year-old at-home masseur allegedly sexually abused…
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County of Monterey sends letter to federal legislators regarding delays on Pajaro Levee repairs
PAJARO, Calif. (KION-TV)- UPDATE ON DEC. 6, 2023 AT 3:03 PM- The Monterey County Board of Supervisors have sent a letter to federal lawmakers…
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Monterey County Supervisors approve changes to $20 million Pajaro relief plan to allow more funding for individual, economic recovery
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — A $20 million plan has been approved by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors which would offer half of the…
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San Jose Earthquakes announce plans to build soccer fields and practice facility at Santa Clara County Fairgrounds
SAN JOSE, Calif. (KION-TV)- The San Jose Earthquakes have announced plans to build public soccer fields and a training facility at the Santa Clara…
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At least 3 victims have died after shooting on University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, sheriff says, and the suspect is dead
CNN) — Three people are dead following a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, campus, Las Vegas Metro Police say, and a fourth is…
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