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Santa Cruz City Council denies oversized vehicle ordinance appeal

November 30, 2023 11:21 AM Nataly Gutierrez, Briana Mathaw

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV): UPDATE ON MARCH 14, 2024 AT 10:58 AM- On Tuesday night, the Santa Cruz City Council declined an effort to oppose…

Local agencies hold Emergency Preparedness Event

November 9, 2023 6:07 PM Dania Romero, Derrick Ow, Edgar Olivares

WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION) – UPDATE ON DEC. 2, 2023 AT 1:55 PM- On Saturday, multiple government agencies held an emergency preparedness meeting in…

Soledad spreading holiday cheer during Christmas Celebration

December 2, 2023 5:55 PM Lindsey Selzer

SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Saturday, the City of Soledad held their Christmas Celebration which gets the community into the holiday spirit. Eva…

Overnight closures of Highway 9 set to take place on Monday

November 30, 2023 12:18 PM Derrick Ow

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Caltrans said that there will be a overnight closure starting on Monday night at 8 p.m. Drivers will will…

Pajaro families move out after an apartment complex deemed unfit to live in

November 9, 2023 6:38 PM Sandra Iveth Santos, Dania Romero, Nataly Gutierrez

PAJARO, Calif. (KION -TV) UPDATE ON DEC. 1, 2023 AT 5:55 PM- Friday was the day families living at 29 San Juan Rd in Pajaro had to move out and call…

Soledad families reunite with grandparents after decades apart in Mexico

November 3, 2023 4:35 PM Ricardo Tovar, Sandra Iveth Santos, Victor Guzman

SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV) — Family members from Mexico reunited with loved ones in Soledad for the first time in several decades. Although it was…

Pinnacles National Park suspends shuttle service due to unexpected lack of staffing

December 1, 2023 3:01 PM Victor Guzman

PAICINES, Calif. (KION-TV) — Pinnacles National Park announced its shuttle service is shut down until further notice after an unexpected loss of…

Salinas to discuss “Red Light Abatement” ordinance to address increase in sex workers in certain neighborhoods

October 17, 2023 5:48 PM Dania Romero

SALINAS, Calif. (KION) – Salinas council members are discussing a new ordinance they believe could help address people’s concerns about an increase…

Federal funding secured for Transportation Agency for Monterey County’s “Vision Zero” plan

December 1, 2023 11:59 AM Victor Guzman

MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — $640,000 in federal funding has been secured to help the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC)…

Community members in Pajaro receive test alert ahead of winter storms season

November 30, 2023 11:12 AM Dania Romero

PAJARO, Calif. (KION) – On Thursday morning, residents in Pajaro received emergency text messages from the Monterey County Department of Emergency…

Del Rey Oaks Police looking for alleged second suspect involved in storage unit burglaries

November 30, 2023 6:13 PM Derrick Ow

DEL REY OAKS, Calif. (KION-TV)- Del Rey Oaks Police said they are looking for a second suspect who is allegedly connected to multiple storage unit…

Greenfield man sentenced to 20 years in prison for forcible rape causing bodily injury, DA says

November 30, 2023 3:35 PM Derrick Ow

SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- A 29-year-old Greenfield man was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Tuesday for committing three counts of forcible rape…

Hugh Roberts II thanks Monterey Bay F.C. fans after having contract option declined

November 28, 2023 4:29 PM Derrick Ow

SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV)- UPDATE ON NOV. 30, 2023 AT 12:27 PM- Former Monterey Bay F.C. defender Hugh Roberts II shared a statement to KION on…

47-year-old Watsonville man arrested on attempted murder charges after allegedly stabbed a man, police say

November 29, 2023 1:59 PM Derrick Ow

WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV)- Watsonville Police have arrested a 47-year-old man after he allegedly stabbed a 32-year-old man outside of a liquor…

Montage Health unveils Ohana campus to help youth mental health patients

November 29, 2023 6:12 PM Scott Rates

MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Wednesday morning, Montage Health opened their Ohana Center where young people are provided a safe space to share what…

County of Monterey looking to increase fines for illegal dumping

November 29, 2023 5:38 PM Derrick Ow

MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The County of Monterey is looking to potentially increase fines for illegal dumping. The county said they are…

Man dressed as escaped prisoner arrested for seven outstanding warrants including possession of meth, police say

November 29, 2023 4:40 PM Derrick Ow

GREENFIELD, Calif. (KION-TV)- Greenfield Police said that a man that was dressed as an escaped convict was arrested after allegedly having meth in…

Highway 35 set to reopen on Friday

November 29, 2023 4:03 PM Derrick Ow

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Highway 35 which has been closed for two months due to repairs from winter storms is scheduled to reopen on…

DA’s Office: Man arrested for Pajaro bar shooting that killed two people allegedly acted in self-defense

November 21, 2023 10:58 AM Derrick Ow

PAJARO, Calif. (KION-TV)- UPDATE ON NOV. 28, 2023 AT 1:26 PM- The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office said that a 47-year-old Watsonville man…

CSUMB to host winter night market on Dec. 7

November 29, 2023 1:19 PM Derrick Ow

SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV)- Students and Staff at Cal State University Monterey Bay will be able to get their holiday shopping done a little early…

Neighbors react to house fire that killed two pets in Santa Cruz

November 28, 2023 11:39 AM Nataly Gutierrez

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV): Two pets died in a house fire this past weekend in Santa Cruz. KION’s Nataly Gutierrez is checking to see if the family…

Work on final phase of College Lake Water Supply Pipeline Project to begin in 2024

November 28, 2023 5:20 PM Derrick Ow

WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency shared an update on the the College Laker Water Supply Pipeline Project. The…

California governor will pay to clear out homeless camps

November 28, 2023 1:20 PM Derrick Ow

BY HENRY LEE and KTVU Staff SACRAMENTO, Calif. (FOX-35)- Gov. Newsom announced Monday he has earmarked funds to local and state agencies to…

Marina man arrested for allegedly killing Fresno County woman

November 27, 2023 4:11 PM Victor Guzman, Derrick Ow

HURON, Calif. (KION-TV) — A 19-year-old Marina man is booked on murder charges in Fresno County for allegedly killing a woman early Sunday morning.…

Mother and child struck by vehicle along San Benito and Haydon Street in Hollister

November 27, 2023 6:32 PM Victor Guzman

HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION-TV) — A woman and her child were airlifted with severe injuries after being struck by a Sedan in Hollister, according to…

Salinas man injured in Williams Road shooting after argument with suspect

November 27, 2023 12:05 PM Victor Guzman

SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — A Salinas man in his 30’s is expected to be okay after being shot in the hand on Williams Road on Sunday night. Salinas…

Soledad removes eucalyptus trees at Ramus park to make room for fire ladder truck

November 27, 2023 11:01 AM Dania Romero

SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION) – The City of Soledad removed seven eucalyptus trees at Ramus Park on Monday morning. The city saying the trees are a hazard…

Salinas Valley Health, Anthem Blue Cross reach multi-year agreement on new contract

October 31, 2023 11:11 AM Dania Romero

SALINAS, Calif. (KION) — Salinas Valley Health and Anthem Blue Cross reached an agreement on a new contract that applies to Anthem members enrolled…

Two pets die in house fire in Santa Cruz, no civilian or firefighter injuries reported, firefighters say

November 26, 2023 12:08 PM Derrick Ow

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Santa Cruz Fire Department confirmed that two pets have died in a structure fire on Sunday morning. Santa Cruz Fire…

Person arrested for making criminal threats and entering school grounds without registering in Pacific Grove: Police

November 25, 2023 1:16 PM Scott Rates

PACIFIC GROVE , Calif. (KION-TV)- Keeping school campus safe has become a top priority around the country. Recent incidents at schools in…

5-year-old girl dies, search suspended for missing 54-year-old man off Half Moon Bay Coast

November 26, 2023 11:21 AM FOX 35

BY O. Gloria Okorie and KTVU staff HALF MOON BAY, Calif., (FOX-35)- A 5-year-old girl who was rescued from Half Moon Bay’s coast has died, according…

The San Benito County Sheriff’s Office has a new Wellness Dog, but now it needs a name

November 24, 2023 11:15 AM Victor Guzman

SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The San Benito County Sheriff’s Office introduced its new Wellness Dog via social media. But now they’re…

39-year-old man arrested after he allegedly stabbed a male victim in front of Safeway in Del Rey Oaks, police say

November 23, 2023 3:19 PM Derrick Ow

DEL REY OAKS, Calif. (KION-TV)- Del Rey Oaks Police have arrested a man after he stabbed a victim in front of the Del Rey Oaks Safeway on Thursday…

California fourth grade students get free access to more state parks and museums

November 23, 2023 4:25 PM Derrick Ow

CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV)- Fourth grade students throughout the state of California will now be able to get free access to more state parks and…

American Legion Post 31 lends a helping hand on Thanksgiving

November 23, 2023 5:23 PM Calista Silva

SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Thanksgiving morning, many were enjoying their meals at American Legion Post 31 in Salinas. Volunteers who served meals…

Two men arrested after allegedly breaking into multiple vehicles

November 23, 2023 2:34 PM Derrick Ow

GILROY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Gilroy Police have arrested 18-year-old Izaiah Barrera and 19-year-old Jose Lendechy Jr., after officers said that they try…

68-year-old Los Gatos man dies in crash near Morgan Hill, passenger seriously injured

November 23, 2023 11:26 AM Derrick Ow

SANTA CLARA COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The California Highway Patrol said that a 68-year-old Los Gatos man has died when his motorcycle crashed with a…

‘Turkey, family… football’: NFL pays tribute to the great John Madden during Thanksgiving Day games

November 23, 2023 12:53 PM FOX 35

Written by Freddy Brewster OAKLAND, Calif. (FOX-35)- The NFL is paying tribute to legendary sports announcer and former Oakland Raiders coach John…

City of Greenfield to host community yard sale in December

November 23, 2023 12:36 PM Derrick Ow

GREENFIELD, Calif. (KION-TV)- On Thursday, The City of Greenfield announced that they will be having a community yard sale on Dec. 9 thru 10. City…

‘Shocking’ report shows skyrocketing number of California college students struggling to pay for food, housing

November 23, 2023 11:56 AM FOX 35

WRITTEN BY JOSHUA Q. NELSON SACRAMENTO, Calif. (FOX-35)- A new report shows a skyrocketing number of California college students struggling to pay…

Monterey City Council approves Cannabis Business ordinance

November 22, 2023 12:42 PM Dania Romero

MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Monterey City Council passed their final reading of the Cannabis Business Regulatory Ordinance during Tuesday night’s…

Retired Salinas High teacher honored for his 3,500-mile cross-country journey on foot for mental health awareness

November 22, 2023 5:54 PM Derrick Ow

SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- A retired Salinas High School astronomy teacher can now put his feet up for a good reason. Phillip Duetschle completed a…

$20,000 reward being offered for suspect involved in deadly hit-and-run

November 19, 2023 11:22 AM Derrick Ow

CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Capitola Police said that there is a $20,000 reward being offered to find a suspect who was allegedly involved in a…

Two suspects arrested on possession of illegal firearms

November 22, 2023 4:37 PM Derrick Ow

MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV)- Monterey Police said they have arrested two people who were in possession of multiple illegal firearms on Tuesday night.…

Hollister City Council to bring back a work-site wellness program for Police and Fire departments

November 21, 2023 4:40 PM Derrick Ow

HOLLISTER, Calif. (KION-TV)- The Hollister City Council unanimously approved to bring back a work-site wellness program for Hollister Police and Fire…

Travelers getting set to fly for Thanksgiving weekend

November 21, 2023 11:22 AM Nataly Gutierrez

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KION-TV) Travelers at San Jose Mineta International Airport are getting ready to visit their friends and family for Thanksgiving.…

Pajaro Valley Flood Risk Management Project agreement signed

November 21, 2023 4:05 PM Derrick Ow

WATSONVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV)- State and local leaders gathered at Watsonville City Hall to sign an agreement of the Pajaro River Risk Management…

Gustavo Morales sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Salinas Police Officer Jorge David Alvarado Jr.

March 1, 2022 11:33 AM Ricardo Tovar, Dania Romero, Derrick Ow, Nataly Gutierrez, Veronica Macias

The man accused of murdering a Salinas Police Officer made a court appearance at the Superior Court of California, County of Monterey in Salinas…

Bicyclist dead after being hit and killed by two cars on Blanco Road and La Mesa Way

November 21, 2023 5:24 PM Derrick Ow

SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV)- The California Highway Patrol said that a bicyclist has died after they were hit by two vehicles on Blanco Road and La…

Central Coast families react to PG&E rates increase

November 20, 2023 10:40 AM Nataly Gutierrez

PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION-TV) — PG&E customers will have their rates increase by about 13 percent starting January 1st, 2024. According to…