Three arrested for Greenfield armed carjacking
Three people, including two juveniles, have been booked for various charges related to an armed carjacking Friday night, according to Greenfield…
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VIDEO: Salinas firefighters rescue person down an embankment
Salinas firefighters have rescued a person found unresponsive at the base of a steep embankment. Crews said they responded Saturday to a medical…
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Multiple people arrested on drug-related charges
A Moss Landing fisherman has been arrested, along with two other people, on drug and gun-related…
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17-year-old killed in Soledad shooting
Soledad Police are attributing a deadly shooting near Inca and Montezuma Drive to gang…
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Woman is killed while crossing street in Watsonville
Watsonville Police are investigating an injury traffic collision that has closed off an intersection in the…
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Nurses demand Watsonville Community Hospital stay open
Nurses working at Watsonville Community Hospital are holding a press conference advocating to have the hospital stay…
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Police arrest suspect in 2018 Greenfield murder investigation
A 22-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to a 2018 Greenfield homicide…
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Annual Christmas tree lighting celebration held in Marina.
Marina, Calif. (KION) People in Marina are now feeling the holiday spirit. On Friday evening the Marina Foundation along with the City of Marina…
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At least one person dead after car crash outside of Gilroy
GILROY, Calif. (KION) At least one person is dead after a deadly car crash Friday morning around 6:30 a.m.…
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Local residents struggle to buy homes on the Monterey Peninsula
For people who live on the central coast — we’ve seen the cost of living increase– which makes finding an affordable home here that much…
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Salinas couple pleads no contest to welfare fraud
A couple in Salinas received an over-payment of almost $17,000 in food stamps and cash aid while they were employed for three…
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Court interpreters shortage impacts non-English speakers
Across California’s courtrooms, Court interpreters are essential for non-English speakers. Interpreters help people, both defendants and victims…
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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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Could Omicron impact local tourism?
Monterey is ready for the holiday season, now lit with strings of lights and a Christmas tree sitting in Steinbeck Plaza. But just as it felt like…
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Former U.S. Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta, visits North Salinas High School
North Salinas High School students got a visit from former White House Chief of Staff and U.S. Secretary of Defense, Leon…
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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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Holiday Shipping Deadlines: Cutoff dates for December 25
If you want your packages to arrive on time for Christmas, United States Postal Service is recommending packages or holiday cards be sent by the…
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Police catch wanted felon after being spotted passing by a Starbucks
Salinas Violence Suppression Task Force Officer arrested 31-year-old suspect who had a felony warrant for his arrest after an off-duty officer…
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Another mountain lion sighting in Monterey County, this time at a popular recreational area
There’s been another mountain lion sighting in Monterey County, this time at Fort Ord National Monument. Mountain Lions are not uncommon visitors…
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Man shot while sitting in his car in King City
KING CITY, Calif. (KION) King City Police are searching for answers after discovering a man who was shot multiple times while sitting in his car on…
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Tips on how to stay safe during the holidays
Here are a few tips from North County Fire Authority to keep your home safe during the…
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Man rescued from the side of the hill near Ragged Point
California Highway Patrol rescued a man from the side of a cliff in Big Sur.…
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Monterey County Free Libraries now has video magnifier computers
The machines are now available at the Prunedale Branch Library, Carmel Valley Branch and Greenfield Branch is also planning to add a hub for braille…
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San Francisco Mayor provides details on the first confirmed U.S. case of Omicron coronavirus variant detected in California
The California and San Francisco Departments of Public Health confirmed a case of the Omicron coronavirus variant has been identified in California,…
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King City juvenile arrested on multiple weapons charges
In addition to multiple weapons found in his bedroom, police said they also found a loaded handgun on his waist when they went to arrest…
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Hot start to the holiday season brings welcome traffic for local businesses
It’s beginning to look like Christmas at the Capitola Village — but it sure doesn’t feel like it. To kick off December, not a single cloud is in…
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Watsonville Police: Green Valley Road and Main Street closed after power pole damage
Police said PG&E are on scene assessing the damage, but they don’t know when the road will reopen.…
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Gilroy man beats 9-year-old kid with autism
Gilory Police Department reported a suspect broke into the victims home in Gilroy with another man and battered at 9-year-old with autism while he…
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Las Lomas fire worries neighbors during dry, warm weather
LAS LOMAS, Calif. (KION) Early Monday morning Vanessa Acevedo started to hear sirens before a loud pop finally got her out of bed. That’s when she…
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Structure fire burns barn near Prunedale
North County Fire said a barn caught on fire and spread to surrounding…
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Neighbors remember Moss Landing couple killed in suspected murder-suicide
A memorial sits outside the home of an elderly Moss Landing couple, after they were killed in what the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office believes was…
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Parents debate over the safety of delivering food to students in school
Food delivery services to schools is a conversation several parents are…
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Watsonville man arrested in possession of loaded gun and cocaine
Watsonville Police booked gang member to Santa Cruz County Jail Saturday night, after finding a loaded gun and cocaine, they said.…
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Garage burns down in Las Lomas structure fire
A 5 car garage was in flames in a structure fire on Bowling Road in Las Lomas, Monday…
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Marina man killed in deadly crash on Hwy 129
Caltrans has announced a closure of Highway 129 at Harvest Drive due to a three-vehicle crash early Monday…
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Woman falls at Grayhound Rock in Santa Cruz County.
Cal Fire CZU said the woman is in stable condition tonight. …
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Car rolls over in crash, police said driver was DUI
The 26-year-old driver was determined to be under the influence of stimulants, according to the police.…
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Family of 8 loses home to house fire before the holidays
A week away from Thanksgiving, this family of 8 lost their home to a house fire in…
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Motorcycle crash in Salinas leaves rider in serious condition
A motorcyclist is in serious condition after being involved in an accident on Laurel Drive and Linwood in Salinas, after 7:00 p.m. Sunday night. …
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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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Tips to help prevent your online steals from being stolen
you are planning on doing some online shopping this Black Friday or Cyber Monday, here are some tips from Pacific Grove and Watsonville Police to…
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USCIS provides free virtual information sessions
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services began different events where people can learn about their different programs including the process…
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Thousands of dollars in retail stolen from Sunglass Hut in Monterey on Black Friday
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) Suspects stole at least $27,000 worth of retail from a Sunglass Hut at the Del Monte Shopping Center during Black Friday,…
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Motorcycle crashes while attempting to outrun the police in Salinas
Thursday night, Monterey County Sheriffs said they tried to pull over a motorcycle in South Salinas when the rider attempted to evade the deputies.…
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In-store Black Friday shopping returns, but what can people expect this year
Lining up at the doors after a turkey dinner to grab those golden deals, is a tradition for many. But, have online deals, earlier Black Friday sales…
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Salinas man robs several people at gunpoint and starts a car chase with police
Salinas Police arrested a suspect that threatens multiple people at gunpoint through out Thursday morning.…
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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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Cross country freshman with autism runs in state championships
Fresh out of high school, Monterey Peninsula College cross country team has a new star runner making strides on the…
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Project Homekey in Salinas is expanding, helping the homeless get back on their feet
Last year, the City of Salinas purchased and transformed the Good Nite Inn hotel into permanent supportive housing for people who are chronically…
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Families line up for Thanksgiving meals
Local organizations like the Food Bank for Monterey County, Kiwanis Club, and the Monterey Recreation Division held a Community Drive-Thru Dinner…
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