At 90% of the state historical average in a measurement Friday, the Sierra Nevada snowpack is far better than last year. But ...

The long-sought train in Santa Cruz County will never be built because it is too expensive, writes local philanthropist Bud Colligan, who has studied the train issue for more than 10 years. Colligan ...

The long-sought train in Santa Cruz County will never be built because it is too expensive, writes local philanthropist Bud Colligan, who has studied the train issue for more than 10 years. Colligan ...

After not renewng an ethnic studies contract with Community Responsive Education last year over antisemitism concerns, Pajaro ...

The incident involving two bodies found in a truck in the Santa Cruz Mountains earlier this week is now being investigated as ...

Bonnie Lipscomb, City of Santa Cruz economic development and housing director, is moving into a new role as deputy city ...

A splurge at Westside boutique Cameron Marks is Lily Belli's Friday newsletter treat, and you'll also find weekend event ...

A new documentary takes a deep look at the art and craft of creating children's picture books, giving respect to an often overlooked genre. "Story & Pictures By" will be screened at Santa Cruz High on ...

A Workbench-led project at 841 Capitola Rd. in Live Oak is some way from breaking ground, but residents are already concerned ...

The event on Sunday at Hotel Paradox in Santa Cruz allows community leaders and individuals with lived experience of homelessness and housing insecurity to share their stories.

Two new wellness centers for student mental health are set to open next week, coming to the Harbor High School and Soquel High School campuses. A third center will open at Santa Cruz High in 2026.

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