Santa Cruz County Sheriffs Office investigating shooting Friday morning
PAJARO VALLEY, Calif. (KION) – According to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s office, at around 12:43 a.m. on Friday morning, deputies were dispatched…
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Three suspects identified in string of Santa Cruz burglaries
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — Santa Cruz police announced Thursday that a vehicle theft that occurred on the 300 block of Riverside Avenue on…
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83-year-old woman viciously attacked in her home; Monterey County Sheriff’s Office
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that deputies were called out to the 30 block of Florence…
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How Watsonville is addressing online safety concerns after juvenile sexual assault suspect arrested; Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday that they’ve arrested 35-year-old Luis Salas of Watsonville…
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Second arrest made in Santa Cruz Harbor shooting investigation
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — Santa Cruz Police said the final arrest has been made in a Santa Cruz Harbor shooting investigation. Police said…
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Salinas cheer coach killer sentenced to 35 years to life in prison
The Monterey County Coroner’s Office tells KION that a criminal investigation is taking place after a dead body was found on Natividad Road.…
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Marina piano teacher arrested for allegedly having lewd acts with a minor
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV): Marina Police Department arrested 61-year-old Anthony Aiello, a piano teacher, for allegedly committing lascivious acts…
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Two injured in King City house party shooting, police say
KING CITY, Calif. (KION-TV) — King City Police is asking for help finding the suspect in a shooting at a crowded house party that injured two people…
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Salinas Police investigating Saturday shooting leaving a 17-year-old in critical condition
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – The Salinas Police Department is investigating a shooting Saturday night that left a 17-year-old in critical, but stable…
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Why it took sheriff’s deputies in the Prunedale animal shooting 3 hours to apprehend the alleged shooter
PRUNEDALE, Calif. (KION-TV) – In the weeks following the Prunedale animal shooting on Sept. 3 that left 81 animals dead, new questions are emerging…
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One man in custody after improvised explosive device detonated at Santa Maria Courthouse
SANTA MARIA, Calif. (KEYT-TV) -– A man is in custody after an improvised explosive device was detonated at the Santa Barbara County Superior…
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Suspect in fatal Los Angeles bus hijacking charged with murder, other counts, officials say
By Lauren Mascarenhas, Josh Campbell and Cindy Von Quednow, CNN (CNN) — A man suspected of fatally shooting a bus passenger and hijacking the…
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Policing group says officers must change how and when they use physical force on US streets
Associated Press An influential group of law enforcement leaders is pushing police departments across the U.S. to change how officers use force when…
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Traffic collision Friday leaves one woman dead
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey Police announced Monday that the traffic collision at Del Monte Avenue and Calle Principal on Friday around 8…
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Violent crime dropped an estimated 3% in the United States last year, FBI crime data shows
By Hannah Rabinowitz, CNN (CNN) — Violent crime declined across the United States last year, according to new statistics from the FBI,…
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Suspect arrested in Gilroy robbery and carjacking
GILROY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Gilroy Police announced Friday that they arrested a juvenile suspect involved in a robbery and carjacking on August 27…
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Police alert about nationwide bitcoin scam
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Scotts Valley Police Department announced Monday that they have received multiple cases involving bitcoin…
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Pedestrian hit, killed near Foods Co. in Salinas, police identified suspect and respond
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Maria Portillo was one of the many witnesses who saw a car struck a man Wednesday night on East Alisal and Eucalyptus…
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Marina Police: Suspects arrested after firing at officers during high-speed chase in stolen car
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) Two suspects were arrested Monday night after allegedly leading Marina Police officers on a high-speed chase out of the…
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Salinas man convicted of murdering Javier “Jumby” Mora Jr.
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office announced that Angel Odon Herrera will be sentenced on October 22 for…
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Hearing scheduled for convicted sex offender Michael Cheek’s placement in Aptos
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — UPDATE 9/14/24 7:53pm- The Santa Cruz County D.A. announces a violent sex offender will no longer be placed in…
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Teen arraigned on attempted murder in shooting of San Francisco 49ers rookie says he is very sorry
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A 17-year-old high school senior charged with attempted murder in the daytime weekend shooting of San…
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Approximately 80 animals shot in Prunedale early Tuesday morning; Monterey County Sheriff’s Department confirms
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Tuesday that a suspect has been arrested after firing multiple…
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Salinas PD: Multiple arrests, citations and vehicles towed after reports of illegal vehicle side show activities overnight
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Multiple illegal sideshows activity that happened on Saturday night sparked concerns about people’s safety. “It can…
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2 fires at commercial properties being investigated as arson, officials say
By Brandon Downs Click here for updates on this story LODI, California (KOVR) — Crews are investigating two fires at commercial properties in…
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Marina man arrested after attacking, robbing his neighbor, police say
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Marina Police said they arrested a man they believe is responsible for robbing and attacking his neighbor. Police said…
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Shooting of 49ers rookie places renewed spotlight on crime in San Francisco
By Lauren Mascarenhas, CNN (CNN) — The shooting and attempted robbery of a San Francisco 49ers rookie in broad daylight in downtown San…
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Inmate Mario Rodriguez sentenced to life in double homicide and the assault of a deputy
SALINAS, Calif., (KION-TV) — The Monterey County District Attorney’s office confirmed Friday that Norteno criminal street gang member Mario…
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The Attorney General’s office announces cannabis theft busts, “large number” from Santa Cruz
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Thursday that 22 arrests have been made involving a statewide…
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Santa Cruz mother arrested on felony child abuse charges pleas not guilty; Santa Cruz DA’s office
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Santa Cruz mother arrested on felony child abuse charges after her 18-month-old child died, plead today “not…
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PG&E alerts customers about utility scammers on the rise
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV): PG&E customers are extra vigilant because the company said utility scammers are increasing this…
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WATCH: Watsonville Police body cam shows officer shooting a man outside police station
DISCLAIMER: Video discretion advised WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — On Friday, Watsonville police release the body cam video from an…
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Salinas Police identify suspect in 2021 murder on Tuscany Way
Salinas police are asking the public for information as they investigate a deadly shooting that happened on Tuscany Way last…
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State Parole Board denies parole for man convicted of murdering two Monterey Peninsula women
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office announced the state parole board has denied parole to convicted…
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Waiting on Justice: A KION Special Report
In the wee hours on the morning of August 8, 2002, the mother of three young children and beloved Salinas waitress, 25-year-old Loretta “Lori…
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Two 18-year-olds charged with murder of former ‘General Hospital’ actor Johnny Wactor
AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Two 18-year-old men have been charged with murder in the killing of former “General Hospital” actor…
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Salinas Police arrest suspect connected to homicide on North Main Street
SALINAS, CALIF. (KION-TV)- 58-year-old Saul Guadalupe Santos was the victim shot and killed this past Sunday morning on North Main Street street in…
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Attempted bank robbery suspect arrested in Marina
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Marina Police said a man attempting to rob a bank in the city has been booked into the Monterey County Jail. Police said…
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Salinas Police investigating mid-day shooting at Central Park
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — A portion of the area surrounding Central Park in Salinas is closed off after reports of shots fired in the area late…
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Salinas Police shut down North Main Street near Espinosa Road for homicide investigation
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Salinas Police has North Main Street near Espinosa Road shut down for a homicide investigation on Sunday morning. Police…
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A Massachusetts man wanted for rapes 35 years ago is arrested following a Los Angeles police chase
By Alaa Elassar and Amanda Musa, CNN (CNN) — A man wanted in the 1989 rapes of two Massachusetts women is in custody following an hourlong…
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Soledad City Council installs eight more Flock license plate reader cameras
SOLEDAD, Calif (KION-TV) – The City of Soledad announced Friday that they will be installing eight more “Flock” cameras to help ensure public safety.…
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Two people shot in Seaside, police sharing photo of suspect vehicle
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Two men are expected to be okay after being shot in Seaside on Monday night. Police are asking for help finding the…
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Mother reported missing by Watsonville Police found dead north of Corralitos, according to Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office released new details Tuesday surrounding surrounding the death of Lizbeth…
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The latest developments in the AJ Gonzalez trial
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV)- Tuesday in Santa Cruz, honorable Judge Guy ruled that AJ Gonzalez may have probable cause for potential release. Judge…
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Police release images of suspects and car in killing of actor Johnny Wactor in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Police have released images of three suspects and the getaway car used in the killing of former “General Hospital” actor…
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Suspected driver in hit-and-run that killed 3-year old boy arrested, say police
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Salinas Police Department said Ricardo Archundia Cruz (20) has been arrested for vehicular manslaughter. Detectives…
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Mourning mother speaks out after her child dies in hit-and-run in Salinas
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – A grieving mother speaks out after losing her son to a hit-and-run Friday evening in Salinas. “This is him on his…
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Watsonville Police: Youth sports coach arrested for sexually abusing a minor
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV): Watsonville Police department arrested a youth sports coach for sexual abuse of a boy under 13 years old. KION’s…
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1991 Smith’s Restaurant stabbing suspect arrested, charged with killing George Smith and Eva Thompson, according to Monterey County D.A.
PRUNEDALE, Calif. (KION) — The suspect accused of killing George Smith and Eva Thompson at the Prunedale Smith’s Restaurant back in 1991 has been…
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