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.

UC Santa Cruz: Model Reveals Interactions Between Rivers And Fault Lines

As tectonic plates slip past each other, the rivers that cross fault lines change shape. The shifting ground stretches the river channel ...

UC Santa Cruz: Seymour Center Welcomes New Executive Director

After an extensive search, the UC Santa Cruz Seymour Marine Discovery Center has chosen Jonathan Andres Hicken to be its new executive d ...

​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.

Central Fire Protection District: Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Available For Viewing

The County of Santa Cruz has posted the draft of the updated 2021 - 2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan on their website, where it will re ...

15 Hot Santa Cruz Food And Drink Spots Featured In Eater SF

The Bay Area food and drink publication shone a spotlight on the "exciting" cuisine of Santa Cruz. See which local favorites made the cut.

Health Services Agency Expands Leadership Team

Jennifer Herrera and Tiffany Cantrell-Warren will serve as assistant health services directors.

'Dangerously Hot' In Santa Cruz Co? Excessive Heat Warning Issued

Find out when officials project temperatures will be at their worst in the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Unemployment Rate Decreases In Santa Cruz Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Santa Cruz County decreased recently.

Shots Fired After Car Part Stolen In Santa Cruz

Dozens of catalytic converters were stolen in Santa Cruz this year.

Visit Santa Cruz County Welcomes New Board Members

The board oversees the Tourism Marketing District budget and program of work.

Santa Cruz Public Libraries: Mike The Magician

Mike Della Penna creates WONDER and LAUGHTER with family magic performances that are equal parts PLAYFUL and ASTONISHING.

Scotts Valley Branch Closing On July 31

A new roof, new HVAC system, and the resurfacing of the parking lot with new striping have already been completed.

Santa Cruz County Chamber Of Commerce: A Job Applicant's Market - What It Means Along The Central Coast

Last week, the Santa Cruz County Chamber co-hosted an event with the San Benito County Chamber and Green Business Alliance of Monterey B ...

Santa Cruz Seaweed: Independent Baseball Slides Into Surf City

The Santa Cruz Seaweed plays home games every weekend in town. Learn more about the decision to come to Santa Cruz and how to get tickets.

UC Santa Cruz: Library's New Community Archiving Program To Broaden Scope Of Regional History Project

The University Library has announced the establishment of a new Community Archiving Program that will build on the foundation of its dec ...

Girl Scout Cookie Glut: Donate To 1st Responders In Santa Cruz

The pandemic changed how Santa Cruz County Girl Scouts approached cookie sales. Here’s how to get them into the hands of first responders.

Coroner IDs Dead Person Found In RV

A local man surrendered to law enforcement last week in an unreported death in Santa Cruz, police said.

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$1K Prize Found Along Santa Cruz Mountains Hiking Trail

One lucky family found the treasure hidden in one of the South Bay's most popular state parks.

Illegal Fireworks, DUI In Santa Cruz On July 4

Dozens were cited and 14 were arrested over the holiday. Here's what police had to say.

Central Fire Protection District: Active Shooter Training

This training is part of a continuum of training and planning conducted by law enforcement agencies and County fire departments for the ...

123 Andres By Santa Cruz Public Libraries

Christina grew up in the Midwest in a Spanish-speaking immigrant family from Colombia.

Santa Cruz Public Libraries Expands Open Hours

Please note that the Scotts Valley Library will close for remodeling on July 31st.

UC Santa Cruz: New Research On Aquaculture Feed Will Test Alternative Ingredients To Help Minimize Water Pollution

Researchers from UC Santa Cruz's ecological aquaculture lab won a three-year, $1 million grant from the Agriculture and Food Research In ...

UC Santa Cruz: Quantitative Ecologist Kai Zhu Wins NSF Funding For Climate Change Research And Education

Associate Professor of Environmental Studies Kai Zhu recently won $732,127 in funding through a five-year grant from the National Scienc ...

City Of Santa Cruz: Zoning Administrator: Agenda Available 7/7/21 Meeting

The City Council chambers will be closed. Alternatives means to coming in person include:

City Of Santa Cruz: City Urges Visitors And Residents To Beware Of Health And Safety Concerns This Holiday Weekend

Every year, multiple fires are started by fireworks in the City. This year the risk of a fire spreading and causing the loss of life and ...

Central Fire Protection District: Reporting Illegal Fireworks

In addition to reporting them as it happens, we also would appreciate emails reporting exact addresses to our Community Risk Reduction D ...

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Santa Cruz Man Surrenders In Unreported Death: Police

Police found a crime scene and dead woman in a recreational vehicle in which she appeared to live.

Triple Fireworks Fines Take Effect In Santa Cruz

Officials warn of extreme fire risk a year after the county saw its most devastating wildfires ever.

Fireworks Near Me: Santa Cruz’s 4th Of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Santa Cruz.

Santa Cruz Public Libraries: Nature Journaling

'Join us outside in our beautiful Santa Cruz environment, explore your neighborhood, learn how to really look and see the details of life.'

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 Veterans Face Fear, Anxiety On Fourth Of July

Nearly 30 percent of combat veterans and first responders suffer from symptoms of PTSD. Here’s how you can consider them this 4th of July.

$1K Prize Hidden On Santa Cruz Mountains Trail

The first clue was unveiled Thursday. See a map of where hikers should look and get ready to hit the trails.

New Board Chairperson at Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay

Local Habitat affiliate announces Doug Yount to take on leadership role

Santa Cruz Overlay Construction Schedule July 1-7

Traffic control will be in place during construction hours.

Santa Cruz County Board Approves 2021-2022 Proposed Budget

The budget provides a road map for post-pandemic recovery while preserving critical services and programs.