Monterey County Civil Grand Jury releases report on Salinas police compliance
The Monterey County Civil Grand Jury has released a report on how the Salinas Police Department has addressed recommendations released in a report by…
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Tickets for California International Airshow Salinas go on sale
The California International Airshow Salinas was canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but this year, the dates have been announced and…
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Salinas City Council to consider cutting police funding
The Salinas City Council is expected to consider cutting police funding at an upcoming meeting, according to Council Member Steve…
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SUHSD opens two new Wellness Centers on school campuses
The Salinas Union High School District announced that it will be opening two new Wellness Centers for…
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Alvarado Street Brewery to open restaurant location in Salinas
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Progress is being made on a new restaurant and brewery in downtown Salinas, with the owners giving KION a sneak peek inside…
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Salinas resident dies in overnight crash on Del Monte Avenue
Monterey police say a driver has died of injuries received during a crash on Del Monte Avenue…
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Monterey One Water looking to increase monthly rates for sewage services
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Monterey One Water customers may soon be seeing their monthly costs double over the next five years. While the agency says it…
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Police: Active gang members arrested following assault at Northridge Mall
At least three active gang members are in custody after they assaulted someone at the Northridge Mall last month.…
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Salinas man sentenced to prison for rape of 9-year-old stepdaughter
A Salinas resident was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the aggravated assault of his 9-year-old…
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Salinas man found guilty of abuse against wife, child
A Salinas man, 46-year-old Miguel Hernandez, has been found guilty of domestic battery and child abuse after a two-day trial,…
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City of Salinas requests Grand Jury review of police department
Salinas city officials hosted a news conference Wednesday to announce that they are requesting a review of the Salinas Police Department and its…
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SVMH 2021 Farmer’s Market kicks off Friday
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Fresh fruits and vegetables, along with other farm-fresh delicacies, will soon be readily available at the Salinas Valley…
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Principal of new Salinas City Virtual Academy announced
Enrollment is underway for the new Salinas City Virtual Academy, and now the Salinas City Elementary School District has announced who the school’s…
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Salinas Police investigating suspicious death on Industrial Street
Salinas Police say a death investigation is underway after a dead body was found on Industrial Street in the…
Continue Reading Salinas police arrest man accused of threatening family in restaurant
Salinas police said a man was arrested on several charges after he reportedly threatened people in a restaurant early Sunday…
Continue Reading Salinas man sentenced to prison for breaking jaw of woman he dated
Salinas resident Jacob Gomez has been sentenced to five years in prison for domestic violence-related…
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Salinas man sentenced to prison for starting two brush fires, leading deputy on chase
A Salinas resident has been sentenced to four years in state prison after pleading no contest to arson and evading a police officer…
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Salinas police search for person suspected of stealing items from vehicle
Salinas police are asking for help identifying a person suspected of stealing items from a vehicle in a south Salinas…
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Asian cultural center and museum planned for Salinas Chinatown
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) There is a new cultural center and museum being planned in Salinas’ Chinatown. Plans are for it to be at the old Republic Cafe…
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Strawberry growers at the mercy of Mother Nature
May is National Strawberry Month, and right now, production is in full swing on the Central…
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Natividad Medical Center holds first dose Covid-19 vaccination clinic this week
Starting Thursday, residents can take a trip to the Natividad Medical Center to receive their first Covid-19…
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Salinas Police to increase patrols during Cinco De Mayo
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Salinas Police say they will step up patrols during Cinco De Mayo as the Central Coast celebrates the holiday. Additional…
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Enrollment begins at new virtual elementary school for Monterey County students
The Salinas City Elementary School District is opening a new online school, and enrollment has begun.…
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Man arrested following a vehicle rollover crash in Salinas
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) A man has been arrested on multiple charges including a hit and run and intimidating a witness after fleeing the scene of a…
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Two people shot in Salinas, including woman sleeping at home
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Two people were shot in Salinas early Friday morning including a woman who was shot in the torso while sleeping. Salinas…
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Suspect in stabbing at Banker’s Casino arrested
The Salinas Police Department says it is investigating an attempted murder that happened early Tuesday morning at Banker’s…
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Natividad Foundation receives a $200K grant for the expansion of COVID-19 vaccine clinics
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The Bank of America Charitable Foundation has awarded the Natividad Foundation with a $200,000 grant to help bring more…
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City of Salinas Recreation and Parks Division to host “Hearts for Mom” event
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The City of Salinas and the Recreation and Parks Division will be having a “flocking event” to celebrate Mother’s Day here on…
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Salinas Police Chief Adele Fresé to retire
Salinas Police Chief Adele Fresé announced Tuesday that she is…
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Natividad hosts vaccine clinic for SUHSD students, household members
Salinas Union High School District students and their families aged 16 and older will be able to get COVID-19 vaccines at an upcoming…
Continue Reading SUHSD prepares to bring students back for in-person learning
The Salinas Union High School District prepares to welcome students back for in-person instruction…
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Salinas native called to Mexico Youth National Team
The San Jose Earthquakes announced that goalkeeper Emi Ochoa has been called to participate in the Mexico Youth National team training…
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Salinas man sentenced to prison for attacking person at gang party
The Monterey County District Attorney’s Office said a Salinas gang member has been sentenced to prison for assault with a knife causing great bodily…
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Drugs, weapons arrest made in Salinas
Police arrested three men that were found to be in possession of meth and illegal firearms Saturday.…
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Salinas man arrested for allegedly having and sharing child pornography
Salinas police said a man has been arrested for allegedly having and sharing child…
Continue Reading Two people chase, detain Salinas mail theft suspect until police arrive
Salinas police say two people helped them catch a mail theft suspect…
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Miss California Rodeo Salinas opens up submission entries for 2021 competition
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) Buckle up those cowgirl boots, because the Miss California Rodeo Salinas contest has opened up for entry submissions. The…
Continue Reading Salinas considers recommendation to lift maximum number of businesses allowed to operate in a home
The City of Salinas Planning Commission is set to consider recommending an ordinance eliminating the maximum number of businesses allowed to operate…
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Natividad hosts mass vaccination clinic at Hartnell College
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) There will be a mass vaccination clinic hosted by Nativdad Hospital at Hartnell College on Friday, April 23, 2021 from 8 a.m.…
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Break-in caught on camera in KION parking lot
KION is asking for help finding someone who broke into the station’s gated parking lot Sunday…
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Salinas police hold event for Autism Awareness Month
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The Salinas Police Department will hold an event open for families and local residents who want to show support for Autism…
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Hospitality workers rally in support of proposed Monterey County ordinance
Hospitality workers are holding a rally in support of the the Hospitality Workers Right-to-Recall Ordinance introduced by the Monterey County Board…
Continue Reading Salinas police look for suspects accused of starting fire at home on Broadway Dr.
Salinas police say they are looking for whoever is responsible for starting a fire at a home on Broadway Drive…
Continue Reading Salinas police search for theft suspect
SALINAS, Calif. (KION) The Salinas Police Department is searching for a female suspect who is being accused of theft. Police say the suspect stole a…
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New ‘Salinas’ sign installed downtown
The City of Salinas has a new…
Continue Reading Salinas police investigate after child reportedly pulled away by unknown male
Salinas police say they are investigating what they say is a “suspicious incident” that happened…
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Kindergarten teacher raises funds to surprise students
A Salinas elementary school teacher has launched an effort to surprise her class for El Día Del…
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Salinas woman claims to suffer from facial paralysis after vaccination
A woman in Salinas has reached out to KION claiming she suffered from Bell’s Palsy after receiving the Johnson and Johnson vaccine.…
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Salinas man sentenced to prison for robberies, thefts in Monterey County
A Salinas resident has been sentenced to eight years and eight months in prison on multiple charges related to crimes that happened in Seaside and…
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Mass vaccination clinic to be held in Salinas this weekend
The Salinas Fire Department and Pinnacle Health Care are holding a mass vaccination clinic this Saturday, April…
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