The agricultural industry suffers due to supply chain issues
The agriculture industry is experiencing a ripple effect from the supply chain disruption that is affecting industries nationwide.…
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Are turkeys more expensive? Here’s what we found out from a local farmer
Thanksgiving is only days away and people are making their last-minute turkey purchases for the holidays but are there enough turkeys?…
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Vigil held for son and nephew of former Hollister Police Sergeant
On Monday night, a vigil was held at the Hollister Police Department in honor of the two children and nephew who were shot in a skate park in…
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How to stay healthy during the holiday season
As holiday travel is picking up throughout the Central Coast and the threat of a possible winter surge of COVID-19 ahead, health officials are…
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Rotary Club plants acres of milkweed for Monarch Butterflies
On Saturday, around 250 rotary clubs will join together to plant 2.5 acres of milkweed for the Monarch Butterflies.…
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CSUMB Statistician breaks down mask mandate data
On Tuesday, November 16th, the Monterey County Board of Supervisors voted to suspend the indoor mask mandate. …
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Monterey County Board of Supervisors discusses plan to reduce homelessness
The Monterey County Board of Supervisors will discuss the “Lead Me Home” plan, a five-year plan to reduce homelessness in Monterey and San Benito…
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The city of Monterey is considering having district elections
The city of Monterey is considering moving towards district-based elections.…
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The city of Marina is planning to build a pump track
The city of Marina has approved a proposal to create a pump track for citizens, one of the first in the county.…
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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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Prosecution in BLM Mural case in Santa Cruz pursuing hate crime allegation
After 20-year-old Brandon Bochat and 19-year-old Hagan Warner were arrested and charged for felony vandalism and conspiracy to commit a felony, the…
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Central coast gas prices hit record highs
The price for gas continues to increase with AAA recording the highest recorded average price for gas in the area of Santa Cruz and Watsonville on…
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Central coast vet discusses services available to fellow veterans
Veteran Jack Murphy discussed services available to his fellow veterans on the central coast Sunday.…
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Monterey County COVID Collaborative hosts kids clinic
VID Collaborative is hosting a clinic Saturday where children between the ages of 5 and 11 can receive the Pfizer…
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How is the central coast preparing to vaccinate children 5-11 years old
Schools around the central coast are currently waiting for the go-ahead to start administering vaccines to children 5 to 11 years old.…
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Special Municipal Election held to fill vacant Hollister council seat
On November 2nd, the City of Hollister is holding a special municipal election after councilwoman Honor Spencer resigned her position. …
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Monterey Bay Aquarium requiring proof of vaccination or negative COVID test; starts November 1st
As of November 1st, The Monterey Bay Aquarium is now requiring proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test for visitors 12 and…
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Downtown Hollister hosts trick-or-treating event for kids
Over 50 local businesses joined forces Sunday to give kids a fun Halloween experience.…
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Salinas Airshow kicks off this weekend
The 40th annual California International Airshow Salinas returns this weekend, October 30th and 31st.…
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Uplift Central Coast Coalition vying for Biden Build Back Better grant
In an effort to advance aerospace and technology on the central coast, organizations are coming together to apply for a 70 million dollar grant.…
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Atmospheric River aftermath: How the recent weather event will affect the drought in Santa Cruz County
The atmospheric river that passed through Northern California and the central coast has left its mark with a rockslide in Butte County, inches of…
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Santa Cruz County residents evacuated as heavy rains hit central coast
Santa Cruz County residents who have been placed under evacuation orders due to concerns over debris flow from the CZU Lightning Complex Fire burn…
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Santa Clara County puts on annual search & rescue demonstration
The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office Search & Rescue Team held their annual search & rescue demonstration Saturday after it was canceled…
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LGBTQ+ Folklorico group redefines the boundaries of traditional Mexican folk dance
Ensamble Folclórico Colibrí is a Mexican folklore dance group with the mission of promoting pride for those that identify as part of the LGBTQ+…
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Local burn association explains how prescribed burns work
The Central Coast Prescribed Burn Association spoke with KION on how prescribed burns are typically conducted.…
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Local Ballet Folklorico group created to help keep kids off the streets
Local Folklorico group, Ballet Folklorico Aguila Real, was created with the intention of keeping children away from gang violence.…
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U.S. Department of Education makes major changes to Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Education announced changes to their federal student loan forgiveness program aimed at helping public service…
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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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Merchandise shortage impacts central coast businesses
A backup of cargo ships in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach is creating a merchandise shortage throughout California.…
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March for reproductive rights held at Window on the Bay
Women’s March Monterey Bay is holding a march for reproductive rights at Window on the Bay.…
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MPUSD warns students against participating in TikTok trend
MPUSD is warning students against participating in a TikTok trend called “Devious Licks”, a trend where students steal items from school or damage…
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Soledad housing for teachers and staff is underway
ndent for the Monterey County Office of Education, Dr. Daneen Guss, announced that all schools in Monterey county are considering providing housing…
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California passes bill that protects farmworkers from wildfire smoke
On Monday, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill intended to protect agricultural workers from wildfire smoke by classifying them as essential workers…
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Watsonville holds first-ever comic-con event on Sunday
The City of Watsonville is holding its first mini comic-con event called…
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California Rodeo holds Special Buckaroo Rodeo for special needs children
The California Rodeo Salinas is holding their Special Buckaroo Rodeo for special needs children.…
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CZU Fire victims share concerns over a specific clause when rebuilding their homes
Residents in Santa Cruz County are concerned over a specific clause in the CZU Rebuild Directive that would turn liability over to citizens trying to…
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CSUMB Maestros Project held panel discussion concerning anti-blackness in SUHSD schools
The CSUMB Maestros Project held a panel discussion with educators and local high school students addressing ways that educators can intervene when…
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The Kiddie Kaper’s Parade returns to Salinas
On Sunday, The Kiddie Kaper’s Parade returned with over 1,000 children riding in floats, wagons, and bikes in downtown Salinas.…
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Santa Cruz County Fair kicks off on Wednesday
The Santa Cruz County Fair returns to the central coast from Wednesday, September 15th to Sunday, September 19th.…
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San Benito County takes additional steps to provide transparency to voters
When all polls closed after 8 p.m., the Downtown Hollister voting center is allowing people to visit the location as they process the ballots.…
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Monterey County Central Committee holds car caravan for recall election
The Monterey County Democratic Central Committee held a mini car caravan around East Salinas to engage Latino voters to go out and vote in the recall…
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San Benito County voting centers are now open
San Benito County elections announced that their in-person voting centers opened on September 11th.…
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Seaside Police Department commemorates the 20th anniversary of 9/11
On Saturday morning, the Seaside Police Department held an event observing the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.…
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Rental scams: How central coast residents can avoid getting scammed on Facebook
Facebook Marketplace, a place where people look for places and houses to rent, is also a place that targets people to scam them of their money. …
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Labor Day Weekend: How have businesses fared during the holiday?
Heading into the Labor Day weekend, the central coast is expected to have more tourists flock to businesses to celebrate the holiday.…
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Vigil held for Aptos High School student killed in stabbing
A vigil was held Sunday for the 17-year-old who was killed in a stabbing at Aptos High School this…
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The Monterey County Fair returns to the central coast
The Monterey County Fair has returned to the Central Coast after a year hiatus due to the pandemic.…
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Hartnell College hosts first classes at the new Soledad Center
On Monday night, Hartnell’s Soledad Center hosted their first-ever classes for the Fall…
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Gubernatorial candidates debate at Window on the Bay
Three gubernatorial candidates who are running against Gavin Newsom in the upcoming recall election will debate at Window on the Bay Sunday…
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GIL Basketball Academy celebrates 12 years at Toro Park
Gil Basketball Academy, a youth organization whose mission is to empower children through athletic ability, celebrated 12 years of promoting the…
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