Fallen trees cause Highway 9 closure near Ben Lomond
As of early this morning Highway 9 in both directions is…
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Who’s enforcing the statewide mask mandate?
A statewide mask mandate has returned to California, regardless of vaccination status.…
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A look at the damage from the rain storm
After receiving 12 inches of rain in 24 hours, many parts of the Central Coast are still recovering from the rain storm on Monday.…
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Santa Cruz cleans up following Atmospheric River aftermath
Most watches and warnings have been lifted, with the exception of a high surf advisory that remained in effect until Wednesday…
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Benchlands homeless camp floods in Santa Cruz
Heavy rain flooded a homeless camp in Santa Cruz on Monday. People were in a couple feet of water to save their possessions, according to one local…
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Santa Cruz County lifts evacuation warnings
For residents in low-lying areas like Felton Grove and Paradise Park, the county suggested they be ready to evacuate if needed and those might need…
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How to check if your area is being evacuated
To see if you are being evacuated, use the map below by typing in your address. If you place of residence lies in a red zone, you are currently being…
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Ice Cream Grade closed, large boulder on the road
Cal Fire CZU closed Ice Cream Grade in both directions as a large boulder fell into the middle of the road.…
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PG&E to remove wood cut from the 2020 CZU Fires
Pacific Gas and Electric Company will be removing wood debris and trees that were cut after the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex fires in the coming weeks.…
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Santa Cruz man sentenced for violent hate crime after slashing at Black man
FBI announced Ole Hougen was sentenced to 6 years and 10 months in federal prison for committing a violent hate crime against a Black man in Santa…
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Klay Thompson assigned to Santa Cruz Warriors
The Golden State Warriors announced Sunday they are assigning guard Klay Thompson to the Santa Cruz Warriors, their G League…
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Crest Christmas Tree Farm recovering after CZU Fire
Last year’s CZU Fire destroyed almost 85% Crest Ranch Christmas Trees, and they only have about 9 acres of trees to sell this…
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Man points gun-shaped lighters at people passing by in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County Sheriff arrested a man that was pointing a lighter shaped like a gun at people passing by near Thunder Lane and Soquel Drive on…
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Man arrested with weapons and drugs in Santa Cruz
A Santa Cruz County resident is facing 11 charges after being arrested for weapons and drug possession on…
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12 inmates test positive for COVID-19 in Santa Cruz County Jail
Santa Cruz Sheriff’s office reported that around 12 inmates tested positive for COVID-19 on…
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March in Santa Cruz to bring awareness to missing women of color
On Saturday, organizers are having a march at Lighthouse Point to help spread awareness on the thousands of Black, Indigenous, women of color that go…
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Santa Cruz County Sherrif’s Office looking for bicyclist hit near 17th Avenue and East Cliff Drive
Deputies with the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office are looking for a bicyclist who was hit near the intersection of 17th Avenue and East Cliff…
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Watsonville man arrested for stabbing and homophobic slurs
According to the police, the suspect was carrying two knives when he started calling the two victims “homophobic…
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Highway 1 fully reopen after rockslide cleared near Monterey and San Luis Obispo County
Caltrans closed Highway 1 from Ragged Point in San Luis Obispo County to Fullers Point in Monterey County due to a rockslide.…
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Prescribed burns in Wilder Ranch State Park continues, park shares photos
California State Parks has been conducting prescribed burns at Wilder Ranch State Park in Santa Cruz County since Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.…
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Santa Cruz Police issues 28 citations and arrests 8 people over Halloween weekend
The police department said they were busy over 24 hours through the night into the early hours of November…
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Measure A: Increasing cannabis tax funds toward early childhood education in Santa Cruz
Voters in the City of Santa Cruz only have one thing to decide on Tuesday’s election — whether or not to increase the portion of the city’s…
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A new parking ordinance could provide safe spaces for RVs in Santa Cruz
A new safe parking ordinance was first brought to the table to try and address not only concerns of people living in Santa Cruz but also the impacts…
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Central Coast 2021 Halloween Guide
Halloween festivities are kicking off this weekend and this year we’re giving you a look at all of the events taking place across Monterey, San…
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High surf warning on the Monterey and Santa Cruz County coast
There is a high surf warning until Tuesday at 11 a.m. Expect 20-30 foot waves this week with strong rip currents and possible coastal…
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Three people found overdosing on fentanyl over the weekend at Derby Park
Officers responded to a welfare check on three people that were lying in the bowl of the skate park at Derby Park and quickly determined the three…
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See where the rainstorm is affecting the Central Coast
From debris flow to power outages, we’ve provided a list of maps where you can see where the weather has affected power lines and traffic in your…
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Santa Cruz County issues evacuation orders over expected rain event
The County of Santa Cruz is issuing evacuation warnings before this weekend’s rainstorm. The county says rainfall amounts are expected to exceed…
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Highway 17 reopens after brief closure
Highway 17 was closed in both directions out of an abundance of safety for the…
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Three arrested in relation to catalytic converter theft
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION) Three people accused of stealing a catalytic converter were arrested Saturday. The Santa Cruz Police Department says that…
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Free sand and sandbag in Santa Cruz
Central Fire District has free sand and sandbags available to the public at their main headquarters, at 930 17th Avenue, to the right of the main…
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PG&E prepares for outages during upcoming rain
As the Central Coast prepares for more rain this weekend, PG&E is making sure they’re prepared for any potential weather-related outages.…
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Bernie Escalante is named Interim Chief of Santa Cruz Police
Deputy Chief Bernie Escalante will be serving as Santa Cruz Chief of Police starting Oct. 30 following Chief Mills…
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People in Santa Cruz County prepare for rain
You might need to dust off that umbrella, Sunday’s evening rain kicked open our storm door, leading us into what could be the start of our wet…
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Santa Cruz Fire reports two smaller fires in Pogonip Park “suspicious in nature”
Santa Cruz Fire Department and Cal Fire reported two other smaller fires started at the same park on Emma McCrary Trail on…
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Nine crew dispatched and four firefighters reported injured in Santa Cruz Pogonip Park Fire
Santa Cruz Fire Department said the wildfire in Pogonip Park is currently contained. The department also reported four firefighters were…
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Power outages affect residents in San Benito and Santa Cruz counties
Sunday evening a number of residents were left without power in Monterey and Santa Cruz…
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Estrada Fire not expected to grow much more
CAL FIRE says they do not expect the Estrada Fire to grow much more…
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Santa Cruz County preparing to vaccinate kids aged 5-11 pending FDA approval
Children aged 5 to 11, could get the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as next month if it gets authorization from the FDA, and Santa Cruz County is already…
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Santa Cruz County receives $3 million grant to fight homelessness
The County of Santa Cruz Behavioral Health received a $3 million grant to address mental health-related issues for people experiencing…
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Santa Cruz County asks residents to register for ‘CodeRED’ to receive emergency alerts, notifications
Santa Cruz Regional 9-1-1 will launch a drill of the county’s alert and warning system on Oct. 21 at 10 a.m.…
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Santa Cruz Chief of Police to resign
Santa Cruz Chief of Police Andrew Mills announced he is resigning on Oct. 29, 2021.…
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Religious leaders will help Pacific Grove Police in crisis situations
They will train local faith-based volunteers to assist both community members and police officers during times of crisis, including lockdowns or…
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Third COVID-19 death reported among vaccinated individuals in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz Public Health announced the death of two people due to COVID-19, both were fully vaccinated and both had underlying conditions.…
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Meth addict caught behind a Walgreens in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Police found a male subject behind the Walgreens on Soquel with a metal crowbar next to him Tuesday morning.…
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Free METRO rides in Santa Cruz
For California Clean Air Day, Santa Cruz Metro is offering to cover metro fares all day Wednesday, Oct. 6 across the county.…
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Flu and Covid shots safe to be given at same time, study finds
New groundbreaking research shows flu shots are proven safe to get at the same time as certain Covid-19…
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Pipe bomb found at Harbor High School
A makeshift pipe bomb was found at Harbor High School Saturday…
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Central Coast schools prepare for state vaccine mandate for students
Dr. Deneen Guss, Monterey County Superintendent of Schools, said the county is preparing to host vaccine clinics for students in preparation for the…
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Monterey Bay FC host first tryouts at CSUMB
Over 70 players are expected to be participating including 20 local players from Salinas, Monterey, and Watsonville.…
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