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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Attention Kmart shoppers: The last full-size Kmart in the mainland United States is closing
By Chris Isidore, CNN New York (CNN) — Kmart, once one of America’s leading discount retailers, is closing its last full-size store in the…
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California governor signs law banning all plastic shopping bags at grocery stores
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — “Paper or plastic” will no longer be a choice at grocery store checkout lines in California under a new law signed…
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A key ingredient has been missing from California’s wildfires this year. Experts worry things will get worse if it arrives
By Mary Gilbert, CNN Meteorologist (CNN) — Large, explosive and destructive fires have torn through parts of California this year, well before…
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Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans will be able to order up to four COVID-19 nasal swab tests delivered to their home free of charge starting later this…
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Construction begins on affordable modular housing for Veterans and Foster Youth in Soquel
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) – One of the first modular construction projects for multi families in Santa Cruz County is being built to help those…
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Closure on Highway 1 north of Moss Landing now reopened; CHP Santa Cruz
MOSS LANDING, Calif. (KION-TV) — CHP Santa Cruz posted on X Friday that there was a full lane closure in both directions of Highway 1 north of Moss…
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Cal Fire engineer accused of arson after 5 Sonoma County fires
By Tim Fang Click here for updates on this story SONOMA COUNTY, California (KPIX) — A Cal Fire employee from Sonoma County was arrested Friday…
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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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Eight Orange County Fire Authority firefighters hurt after truck overturns near Irvine
IRVINE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Eight Orange County Fire Authority firefighters were injured after their truck rolled over along State Route 133 near…
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Stabbing victim succumbs to wounds Monday night; Salinas Police
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Salinas Police announced Thursday that the victim from Monday’s deadly stabbing, identified as 20-year-old Juan Carlos…
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Monterey County secures funding for drainage study in the Bolsa Knolls community
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV): Help may be on the way for the people who live in the Bolsa Knolls community, just North of…
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How enhance power line settings are contributing to frequent power outages in Aptos
APTOS, Calif. (KION-TV) – Power outages have become a pressing issue for residents in Aptos, where frustrations and concerns grow. The enhanced…
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Fire near Highway 152 and Bloomfield Avenue east of Gilroy
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Cal Fire SCU confirmed that they were battling a fire Wednesday near Highway 152 and Bloomfield Avenue east of…
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The warning signs of suicide ideation in light of Suicide Prevention Month
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Suicide numbers for both adults and children are on the rise, according to the Centers for Disease Control and…
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Man who killed Castroville toddler in 2011 has been granted parole, DA’s office says
CASTROVILLE, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County D.A. said the Board of Parole has affirmed its initial efforts to grant parole to a man…
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Most maternal deaths can be prevented. Here’s how California aims to cut them in half
CalMatters After a rise in the rate of maternal deaths, California health officials have a new plan to keep new mothers healthy before and after…
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California congressman introduces bill that could provide kidney donors with financial incentive
By Dominic Garcia Click here for updates on this story STOCKTON, California (KMAX, KOVR) — Every day, 12 people die waiting for a kidney…
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Pacific Grove City Council moves to improve traffic safety at Robert Down Elementary
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Crosswalk concerns in Pacific Grove. The city is expected to hear a report from the traffic engineer who believes…
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Foot pursuit across Highway 101 Monday evening; Monterey County Sheriff’s office
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County Sheriff’s office announced Tuesday that a foot across multiple lanes of Highway 101 lead…
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Marina Police warns community about apparent mountain lion sighting in the city
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Marina Police is warning people via social media about an apparent mountain lion sighting in the city. Police are…
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Local Salinas corporal and WWII POW identified
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced Friday that a Salinas corporal who was captured and died as a…
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California governor signs laws to protect actors against unauthorized use of AI
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed off Tuesday on legislation aiming at protecting Hollywood actors and…
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A Southern California man pleads not guilty to setting a fire that exploded into a massive wildfire
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. (AP) — A California man has pleaded not guilty to starting a fire that authorities said ballooned into a massive wildfire…
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More than 80 homes lost in Southern California’s massive Airport Fire: “I don’t have nowhere to go”
By Marissa Wenzke Click here for updates on this story RIVERSIDE, California (KCAL, KCBS) — More than 80 homes were completely destroyed in the…
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PG&E customer charged for someone else’s utility bill for up to 18 years
By Ashley Sharp Click here for updates on this story VACAVILLE, California (KMAX, KOVR) — A Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) customer who…
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Judge refuses to grant bail to Sean “Diddy” Combs, orders him sent to jail while he awaits sex trafficking trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Judge refuses to grant bail to Sean “Diddy” Combs, orders him sent to jail while he awaits sex trafficking…
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Monterey Regional Airport installs voting exhibit ahead of election
MONTEREY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) announced that its Art at the Airport program will feature a new student art…
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Alisal Union Unified School rumors school threats
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV): The Alisal Union Unified School District made aware of some rumors on social media threatening harm to schools. The…
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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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City of Santa Cruz to address homelessness response plan Tuesday
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (KION-TV) — On Tuesday at 6 p.m. the City of Santa Cruz will be holding a presentation and discussion to address the state of the…
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Gang member pled guilty to two counts of murder; Monterey District Attorney
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey County District Attorney Jeannine M. Pacioni announced Monday that Eliazar Arellano Ayron, 22 years old from…
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Thousands in California’s jails have the right to vote — but here’s why many won’t
CalMatters Ronald Latney used to believe his vote didn’t matter. But after returning to jail this year, he realized the difference it can make —…
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California firm produces 3D-printed tiny homes using waste plastic
By John Ramos Click here for updates on this story SAN JOSE, California (KPIX) — California has plenty of problems…
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Five of the Salinas gang “Murder Squad” members sentenced; U.S. Attorney’s Office
SALINAS, Calif. (KION-TV) — The United States Attorney’s Office announced Wednesday that five members from the Salinas-based “Murder Squad” were…
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Tito Jackson, member of beloved pop group the Jackson 5, dies at 70
Associated Press Tito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died. He was 70. Jackson was the third of…
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Monterey Bay F.C. continues quest to clinch first playoff appearance in team history
SEASIDE, Calif. (KION-TV) — Monterey Bay F.C. was unable to get the one goal they needed against the Las Vegas Lights to clinch a win, making their…
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Long-term and development plans move forward in Capitola
CAPITOLA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Plans to move forward with Capitola’s community feedback on the wharf’s long-term use and development is moving…
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Sam Darnold and an attacking defense drive the undefeated Vikings in a 23-17 win over the 49ers
AP Pro Football Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The struggles Sam Darnold endured through his first five years in the NFL relegated him to backup duty…
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Firefighters make progress on Airport Fire burning in Riverside and Orange counties
LOS ANGELES (KCAL, KCBS) — Firefighters Sunday continued to make progress on the Airport Fire, which has scorched more than 20,000 acres, in…
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Carmel-by-the-Sea hosting public meeting to discuss Overhead to Underground Power Line project
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Carmel-by-the-Sea city staff were scheduled to host a meeting Monday regarding potentially converting overhead…
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California’s earliest snow advisory in nearly 20 years could also bring month’s worth of rain
By Allison Chinchar and Elliana Hebert, CNN (CNN) — A low pressure system moving into the West Coast today will bring rare early-season snow…
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No parking on Coast Road at the Bixby Bridge starting Friday
BIG SUR, Calif. (KION-TV) — A no-parking rule goes into effect today on Coast Road at the Bixby Bridge along Highway 1, according to Cal Trans. The…
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Sextortion arrest in Marina, suspect in L.A. County jail; police say
MARINA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Marina police say that a Los Angeles man is facing charges following an investigation into allegations of sextortion…
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Christian McCaffrey will not play Sunday against Vikings
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (KION-TV) — The 49ers announced on Friday that RB Christian McCaffrey will not suit up when the 49ers take on the Vikings in…
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Armed robber suspect arrested with stolen items recovered, second suspect on the loose; deputies say
MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) — The Monterey County Sheriff’s office announced Friday that a suspect wanted for an armed robbery was arrested…
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Line Fire in Southern California slows but continues to smolder, many evacuations remain
By Marissa Wenzke Click here for updates on this story SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (KCAL/KCBS) — Thousands fled their homes as the Line Fire tore…
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Stuck-in-space astronauts make first public comments since Boeing capsule left without them
AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Stuck-in-space astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams said Friday it was hard to watch their…
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Kitchen fire breaks out in unoccupied Santa Cruz home Friday morning
SANTA CRUZ, Calif (KION-TV) – On Friday morning, Santa Cruz Fire responded to a fire in a home in the area of Westmoor Court and Westmoor Drive in…
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