Child exploitation arrest of a Watsonville man, more victims expected
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Marina Police say that they’ve arrested a man in Watsonville at his home today for harassing a 13-year-old girl he met…
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The City of Monterey moves forward with a formal apology to local Native Americans
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey City Council unanimously passed a proclamation Tuesday with a formal apology to a group of local Native…
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Construction resumes on the Boronda Road Congestion Relief Project
SALINAS, Calif. (KIOHN-TV) — Construction on Phase 1 of the Boronda Road Congestion Relief Project has officially resumed. This, following a delay…
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Referendum efforts continue with two weeks left to gather signatures
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Salinas voters getting together as they continue their referendum efforts, hoping to turn back city council’s decision…
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MPUSD begins their summer lunch program
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION) – The Monterey Peninsula School District is announcing the start of its free summer lunch program. The program is open…
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Westbound Reservation Road closed after vehicle hits pedestrian near Marina, police say
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) – Marina Police are encouraging witnesses to come forward after a pedestrian was killed in a crash Monday night. Officers…
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Dutra Street indigenous resident may get an apology from the City of Monterey
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) – The city of Monterey could approve a proclamation apologizing to the Dutra Street indigenous residents and their…
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Toro County Park installs new wildlife waterer
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION) – Monterey County says a new water system out at Toro County Park will help wildlife stay hydrated this summer. The…
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Salinas elementary school music teacher convicted of lewd acts with a minor
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) – A former music teacher from Salinas has been convicted of eight counts of lewd acts toward victims under 14. 44-year-old…
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Evacuation Warnings lifted in Carmel Valley after Carmel Fire
CARMEL VALLEY, Calif. (KION) – All evacuation warnings around the Carmel Fire have been lifted in Carmel Valley. Forward progress stopped on Carmel…
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Suspects arrested in Del Rey Oaks car burglary, another suspect at-large
DEL REY OAKS, Calif. (KION) – A suspect was arrested after breaking into a car in Del Rey Oaks on Sunday, with one suspect remaining to be found.…
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Highway 101 safety enhancements near Prunedale begin June 22
PRUNEDALE, Calif. (KION) – A new project will see much of the 101 near Prunedale closed for new guardrails and other enhancements on June 22. The…
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Parents in Gonzales voice support for ordnance banning flavored tobacco
GONZALES, Calif. (KION-TV) — Gonzales’ parents are voicing support for a proposed ordinance that would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products in…
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Father’s day celebration take on the Monterey Wharf
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Father’s Day celebrations are ongoing, and many families made it out to celebrate at the Monterey Wharf. Signs around…
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No Kings Day Protests spark nationwide movement, reach the Central Coast
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION-TV) — Multiple people living in Central Coast cities participated in “No Kings” rallies on Saturday. The rallies are a…
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Victim identified in fatal boat accident on Lake San Antonio
BRADLEY, Calif. (KION) – The victim of the fatal boat accident in Lake San Antonio has been identified as 62-year-old John Alexander of North Hills,…
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With federal grants expiring, Monterey nonprofit offers new support for solving cold cases
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) – A federal grant that helped Monterey County investigators crack nearly 20 cold case homicides is ending this October. But…
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Forward progress stopped on Airline Fire in Paicines Thursday evening; CAL FIRE BEU
SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — CAL FIRE BEU said that the Airline Fire is holding at approximately 60 acres with forward progress stopped.…
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CalKids comes to the Central Coast
The California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program came to the Alisal Union School District on Thursday, helping students and parents…
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Man arrested for voluntary manslaughter in deadly Moss Landing fight
MOSS LANDING, Calif. (KION) – A man has been arrested in the fight that took place in Moss Landing Wednesday morning, leading to the death of one…
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Victim identified in Tuesday morning Highway 1 crash near Rock Creek Bridge
BIG SUR, Calif. (KION) – A man from Elk Grove has been identified as the person killed in a crash on Highway 1 on Tuesday morning. The victim was…
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PG&E brings new substation online in Monterey Peninsula
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) – PG&E has flipped the switch on the Del Monte substation to boost power on the Monterey Peninsula. It will serve…
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Castroville arch replacement project begins June 13 with street closures expected
CASTROVILLE, Calif. (KION) – A project to replace the sign structure welcoming people to the artichoke center of the world gets started on Friday.…
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Soledad businesses fear lower customer turnout after ICE sighting
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV) — Local restaurants and community members are under some fear after a confirmed ice detention in Soledad on Tuesday.…
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Protests happening across the Central Coast Saturday in solidarity with Los Angeles
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Hundreds of people in Monterey made their voices heard Wednesday with a rally condemning the military force being used…
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Monterey County calls for the reinstatement of Clara Adams’s Championship
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – The Monterey County Board of Supervisors has signed a letter in support of track and field athlete Clara Adams,…
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Activists recognized by the Monterey Ccounty, 50 years since major farmworker victory
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey County is recognizing community activists and their families for their hard work in banning the short-handle…
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Be Mindful: The mental toll cancer takes on patients and the help that’s available
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — In today’s Be Mindful segment: The impact of a cancer diagnosis on the mental health of patients. Walan Chang was…
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Los Tigres del Norte honored by Monterey County with lifetime achievement award
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION) – Legendary icons of the norteño music, Los Tigres del Norte, were honored today for their advocacy. The board of…
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Person detained by ICE in South Monterey County
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION) – The Solidarity Network of Monterey County has confirmed that one person was detained this morning. According to the Rapid…
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Local Monterey County party leaders are weighing in to LA raids and protests
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Local party representatives are reacting to the raids and riots that occurred this past weekend in Southern California.…
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Monterey County celebrates 50 years since banning “El Cortito,” and historians tell of effects of using it
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION) – At a special meeting on Tuesday, leaders in Monterey County are celebrating 50 years since the banning of an agricultural…
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Burglary suspect arrested over the weekend in Del Rey Oaks
DEL REY OAKS, Calif. (KION-TV) – A woman was arrested after being seen inside a local’s home over the weekend on June 7. According to the Del Rey…
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New terminal set to transform Monterey Regional Airport
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) —Big changes are coming to the Monterey Regional Airport. Friday, airport officials broke ground on a major new…
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World’s Toughest Row competitors begin 2,800 mile trip across the Pacific Ocean to Hawaii
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Rowers could be seen leaving Monterey as part of the annual World’s Toughest Row competition. The trip spans 2,800…
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Pajaro Valley Collaborative rally Monday to raise awareness about SNAP budget cuts
PAJARO VALLEY, Calif (KION-TV) — Pajaro Valley leaders are holding a rally on Monday calling for other local leaders to push-back on proposed…
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PETA’s new AI robot calf knows how to boogie
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — A new walking, talking AI robot calif is paying a visit to Cannery Row next month. One of PETA’s newest…
Continue Reading North Salinas High School shows Clara Adams support after post-race celebration controversy
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — A North Salinas sprinter, Clara Adams, has made international headlines after winning the CIF State Championship title…
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Salmon season opens temporarily in Monterey; June 7 and 8
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — Salmon season is opening for recreational fishing starting Saturday for the first time in years. But — it’s only for a…
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Multiple mountain lion sightings in Las Lomas
LAS LOMAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County Sheriff’s office said Thursday that there have been multiple mountain lion sightings in the…
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Seaside Fire Department with updates to firework enforcement ahead of the 4th of July
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Seaside Fire Department held a presentation for the City Council tonight on firework enforcement ahead of the 4th of…
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Seaside discusses Gun Shop Ordinance
The Seaside city council heard a presentation on an updated ordinance restricting where firearms can be sold in the city. The council had previously…
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Wildfire zones expand in Carmel and Pacific Grove as inspectors go door to door
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) -The newest wildfire hazard maps from Cal Fire are putting parts of Monterey County on high alert. Pacific Grove and…
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Coalition #Health4All rally against Gov Newsom’s proposed Medi-Cal cuts
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) – Healthcare and immigrant activists came together in Salinas, calling on local leaders to say no to Governor Gavin…
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Salinas Mayor speaks on rental ordinance repeal
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Days after the city council voted to repeal the rental ordinance, mayor Dennis Donohue spoke out about their decision.…
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Cal/OSHA launches new ag enforcement unit
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – Cal/OSHA aims to promote farmworkers’ safety by conducting proactive inspections day and night. These visits…
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Community Health Survey following the Moss Landing Battery Fire results released
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) – The results from a community health survey following the events of the Moss Landing Battery Fire have been…
Continue ReadingSophomore Student Sprinter from North Salinas High School Disqualified After Taking State Title Over Post Race Celebration
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Clara Adams, a sophomore student sprinter at North Salinas High School was stripped of her 400 meter state championship title…
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Marina approves amended ordinance for less barrier-to-entry for future daycare owners
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) – Marina council members approved amending an ordinance to help place fewer barriers on people who want to run a daycare in…
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Salinas City Council votes to repeal Rental Ordinances amid community backlash
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — After the city council voted to repeal the housing ordinance, some members of the local government are feeling…
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