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KION spoke with each of the three candidate ahead of election day asking them what they have to offer for the position.

The station's office was charred as a result of the fire. Firefighters said they were able to keep the fire from spreading to other businesses in the multi-use building.

CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KITV) - In March 2023, the Pajaro levee was breached during winter storms, causing devastation to the surrounding communities. While those communities continue to recover, those affected counties are still feeling the financial impact. “That has created a huge budget problem and cash flow issue for our county,” County Administrative Officer for

According to the utility, shutoffs could starts as early as 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5 and could last until 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7.

Those centers will remain open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. People can drop off their ballots, vote in-person, or register to vote on a conditional or provisional ballot.

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) - According to PG&E, about 9,000 customers are without power across Santa Cruz County.

Protestors allege Dr. Cris Carillo's termination was in retaliation for his patient care advocacy, all while doctors remain in contract negotiations.

MARINA, Calif. (KITV) - Marina's first-ever Trader Joe's store opened Wednesday morning to the delight of hundreds of people. The doors to the new location opened at 9 a.m. following a ribbon cutting with store manager Christian Robbins and Trader Joe's crew members. According to the Trader Joe's the nearly 10,000 square foot location hired

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Calif. (KION-TV) - CHP Santa Cruz is investigating a fatal collision near Watsonville Tuesday morning.

MONTEREY COUNTY, Calif. (KITV) Three minors were hospitalized Tuesday night following a crash involving a semi-truck and Ford Escape, according to CHP Monterey. Officials say, the incident took place around 5:32 p.m. Tuesday on U.S. Highway 101 approach Somavia Road. CHP Monterey adds, a Ford Escape with three people was traveling at an unknown speed