Road Rage, Cop Impersonation Lead To Arrest

22-year-old Santa Cruz resident Gregory Calasopa became angry when a vehicle in front of him did not pull into traffic fast enough.

Police Grab Two Suspects With Pricey Stolen Goods

A stolen Caletti bicycle valued at $5000.00, and a black BMW 325i are recovered by Santa Cruz police officers.

Soquel Arson Fires Appear Linked

Two arson fires set early Wednesday morning were less than a block away from each other, near Park Avenue. Six cars were destroyed.

3 Sentenced For Live Oak Shooting That Blinds Woman

The shooting leaves a female real estate agent and property manager permanently blind; she cannot work or drive, prosecutors said.

Police Identify Man Killed In Suspected DUI Collision

The suspect sits in the Santa Cruz County Jail on charges of gross vehicular manslaughter, hit-and-run, and DUI after the Watsonville crash.

Telephone Scam Reported In Santa Cruz County

A caller claims that the victim’s computer is infected with malware and viruses, and then asks for remote access in order to fix it.

UPDATE: Sunday Morning Soquel House Fire Contained

Investigators believe the fire may have been sparked by recent electrical work; a light switch, fixture were repaired hours before the fire.

Cruz Lexus Driver Recovers Carjacked Vehicle With Satellite Radio

The victim activated a Sirius XM satellite radio feature that tracked the car’s movement until police could find it.

Man Found Slumped Over Steering Wheel, Arrested Christmas Day On Mt. Hermon Road

The 38-year-old probationer from Santa Cruz County was allegedly in possession of meth, heroin, drug items and brass knuckles.

FEMA To Reimburse State $39 Million For Firefighting Costs

That's good news for California!

Domestic Disturbance Leads To Drug Bust In Santa Cruz County

Two were arrested after cops said they discovered large quantities of narcotics.

Gilroy Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested In San Francisco

36-year-old Justin Skannal was wanted for a Gilroy stabbing that seriously injured his former mother-in-law.

BMW Chase Leads To Arrest Of Arizona Man By Santa Cruz Police

Suspect Deshawn Arnold was located hours after the chase sleeping on the back patio of a residence in the Chestnut Street area.

Gilroy Woman Killed While Walking Granddaughter to School

The fatal accident occurred near the intersection of Tatum and Wren Avenues.

Coast Guard Warns Boaters, Beach Goers to Be Cautious

The forecast calls for large breaking waves and strong rip currents on all beaches facing west and northwest.

Man Shot, Killed Tuesday ID'd as Jesus Rocha

Rocha was shot multiple times shortly before 11:30 a.m. Tuesday in the area of Jefferson Street and Palm Avenue.

2 Die After Ingesting Fake Xanax; Officials Issue Second Warning

The counterfeit Xanax pills have now been linked to multiple deaths and numerous severe opioid drug overdoses.

NWS: Expect Swells Up to 12 Feet Thursday at Capitola Beaches

A large storm system extending across the central Pacific Ocean has brought long period swells.

Central Fire Protection District Smoke Alarm Tips

Disconnecting your smoke alarm because you burn food is a bad idea. Smoke alarms need to be operational at all times.

Alleged Chop Shop Raided in Boulder Creek Area

The stolen vehicles were traced to Santa Cruz and Santa Clara counties, and as far away as Oakland.

Female Inmate Dies in Santa Cruz County Jail

The 23-year-old Santa Cruz resident was arrested in Capitola. She was housed in the jail infirmary, where she died.

Woman Stuck in Ravine Off Highway 17 For 7 Hours

Her car went off the road in the dark. She told 911 her leg was impaled, she couldn't honk her horn, and wasn't exactly sure where she was.

14-Year-Old Girl Missing in Santa Cruz

She was last seen leaving for school on Sept. 18.

Couple Arrested in Boulder Creek Stabbing

The attack happened outside a popular restaurant.

Fire District Appoints New Assistant Chief

He previously worked for the West Stanislaus Fire Protection District.

Santa Cruz Shooting Suspected to Be Gang Related

The shooting was reported on Ocean Street.

PETA Sues Whole Foods, Alleges Deception in Animal Welfare Claims

The lawsuit seeks to be certified as a class action on behalf of customers who bought meat or poultry from Whole Foods stores in California.

Pedestrian Airlifted to Hospital After Being Hit By Car

The crash happened just before 6 a.m. on Soquel Avenue.

Teen Pleads 'Not Guilty' to Murdering Maddy Middleton

The little 8-year-old girl vanished while riding her scooter back in July.

Wildfire Ash May be Toxic

Ash from businesses and homes may contain chemicals or asbestos. Wet ash has been known to cause chemical burns to skin.

Bus Carrying Students Catches Fire on Highway

The entire rear of the bus was engulfed in flames.

Aptos Man Killed In Car Crash

The crash happened near Corralitos Sunday night.

Embezzler Ordered to Pay $221,000 in Restitution

Prosecutors say he spent the money on internet porn, a vehicle, tickets and more.

Deputies Handing Out Free Water to Combat Heat Wave

Deputies are carrying bottles of cold water. Flag-down a deputy is you need relief.

3 Arrested, 2 Stabbed, 1 Suspect at Large Near the Boardwalk

All three of the suspects under arrest are reputed gang members--and none are from Santa Cruz. Police seized several weapons.

Deputies Arrest Couple Who Allegedly Brought Toddler Along on Robberies

Three women were robbed at gunpoint in Capitola and Live Oak, according to deputies.

Know This Guy? Call Santa Cruz PD

The police wish to speak with him in connection with the theft of a $1,800 bike from in front of City Hall.

Loma Prieta Schools Reopen Day After $1 Million Fire

Santa Cruz County District Attorney’s Office will review case involving 17 year old from Los Gatos who reportedly started blaze.

JUST IN: Hwy 1 Closed In Both Directions

Gravel truck overturned this morning in Monterey County.

Los Gatos Teen Admits To Starting $1 Million School Fire

The 17 year old reportedly told law enforcement he went to hang out and smoke marijuana with friends at Loma Prieta on Sunday night.