​Drought: Newsom Declares Emergency In Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz was among three Central Coast counties added to the proclamation​ that now includes 50 of the state’s 58 counties.

Kaiser Permanente grants to stop anti-Asian violence, racism

$900,000 in local grants from Kaiser Permanente to prevent racism and fight anti-Asian violence in our communities

Santa Cruz County Detects Delta COVID-19 Variant Case

The feds classified the delta variant as a COVID-19 variant of concern. Local officials are investigating the matter.

Ticks Carrying Lyme Disease Linger Near CA Beaches

Researchers discovered that disease-carrying ticks are more prevelant on California's beaches and bluffs than previously thought.

Santa Cruz Businesses To Reopen As County Moves Into Yellow Tier

Restrictions on local businesses will loosen Wednesday. Here's what you need to know.

Santa Cruz County Looks To Reopen More Businesses Next Week

SEE the latest Santa Cruz COVID-19 case count. The good news comes as the county reported no COVID-19 patients in local hospitals.

Santa Cruz Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

People who donate through the Red Cross between May 1 and 15 are eligible for an Amazon gift card.

Santa Cruz County Loosens Face Mask Rules For Some

Here's 5 things you need to know about the latest rules for face coverings in Santa Cruz County.

How Much Of Santa Cruz County Is Vaccinated?

This is how the Santa Cruz area compares to California for coronavirus vaccinations.

Santa Cruz County Hits Snag In Advancing To Yellow Tier

Find out when more Santa Cruz businesses may be able to reopen, if all goes well.

Santa Cruz County Health Officer: J&J COVID-19 Vaccine Is Safe

The risk of blood clotting is "extremely low," and people are urged to get vaccinated as soon as they can.

Hospital Capacity In Santa Cruz Area: See Latest Numbers

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Santa Cruz County and across CA.

Santa Cruz County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

Here is how the Santa Cruz area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Santa Cruz County Launches Mobile Mental Health Clinic For Youth

The bilingual team can provide crisis intervention and a private meeting space for struggling youth. Learn how to request services.

Santa Cruz COVID Vaccine: Where To Get It, Who's Eligible

Learn how to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Santa Cruz County, now that more people than ever are eligible across California.

These Santa Cruz Businesses Can Open; County Moves To Orange Tier

Restrictions will be further lessened Wednesday on Santa Cruz County establishments. See what changes are coming to Santa Cruz.

Coronavirus Cases Down In Santa Cruz Area As Vaccinations Increase

Here is how California is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

When Will Santa Cruz County Move Into The Orange Tier?

Also: Public health officials urge eligible residents to get vaccinated as the state looks to broadly expand eligibility.

Blood Donations Needed In Santa Cruz Area: Red Cross Drives Coming Up Soon

The pandemic has affected the nation's blood supply. The Red Cross will hold a couple blood drives soon in the Santa Cruz area.

First Cases Of COVID-19 Variant Detected In Santa Cruz County

Officials suspect many more cases of the variant first found in U.K. are circulating. Early studies show vaccines offer protection.

Santa Cruz Kaiser Permanente Arena Opens As Vaccination Site

Thursday was the first day that the site opened to the public. Find out how to schedule an appointment.

Santa Cruz County Eyes Orange Tier As Vaccination Push Continues

Nearly a third of all county residents 16 and older have received their first dose. Find out when everyone could be offered a vaccine.

Santa Cruz Case Count; See What's Open As County Enters Red Tier

From indoor dining to gyms, more businesses will be able to reopen Wednesday after Santa Cruz County left the most-strict purple tier.

Hospital Capacity In Santa Cruz Area: See Latest Numbers

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Santa Cruz County as the pandemic wanes.

Latest Santa Cruz Co. COVID Case Count; 73% Elderly Vaccinated

More good news in Santa Cruz County's battle against the coronavirus: The county is now sixth in the state by vaccinations per capita.

Grants from Kaiser Permanente helps Salud para la Gente, 5 others

$100,000 grant to Salud aims to enhance access to health care during the pandemic to underserved communities; 6 grants total $1M in county

Will Santa Cruz County Move To The Red Tier Next Week?

Five Bay Area counties were in the less-strict red tier as of Tuesday, but Santa Cruz County is still eyeing a move out of the purple tier.

Santa Cruz County COVID-19 Situation Improving, Officials Say

Santa Cruz County case rates and hospitalizations have decreased, officials said. See when 80 percent herd immunity is expected.

How Close Are Santa Cruz Area Hospitals To Capacity? Weekly Update

Here's how the waning coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospitals in Santa Cruz County.

Santa Cruz County Educators Now Eligible For COVID Vaccine

Child care, emergency and food workers are among those who can now get a vaccine.

How Coronavirus Is Affecting Santa Cruz Area Nursing Homes: Weekly Update

The federal government is tracking the decline of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes, including in the Santa Cruz area.

Weekly Update: How COVID-19 Is Affecting Santa Cruz Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Santa Cruz.

Weekly Update: See Which Santa Cruz Area Hospitals Nearing Capacity

Here's how the coronavirus epidemic is affecting hospital and ICU capacity in Santa Cruz County and across CA.

Mass COVID-19 Vaccination Site Opening In Santa Cruz County

See who's currently eligible to get vaccinated and find out how to make an appointment.

Hero Awards Presented At Oral Health Summit 2021

Local Oral Health Heroes were recognized for their outstanding commitment to improving oral health for the underserved in Santa Cruz County.

Aptos bicyclist has cardiac arrest, Kaiser techs CPR helps save

In remote Forest of Nisene Marks, two Kaiser Permanente cardiac techs leap into action and help save Dave Smith with quality CPR

Here’s How Coronavirus Is Affecting Santa Cruz Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Santa Cruz.

Santa Cruz County Schools May Start To Reopen As Case Count Drops

As long as the case count doesn't increase, some schools may apply to reopen soon. See why older students may not return for a while.

County Focuses On Vaccinating Adults 75+; Vaccine Supply Limited

Most COVID-19-related deaths have been in adults 65 years and older, Bay Area health officials say.

Santa Cruz Area Hospital Capacity: See The Latest

Here's how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospital and ICU capacity in Santa Cruz County and across CA.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.