ICYMI, Capitola-Soquel! Headlines from Around Area You May Have Missed Last Week

In case you missed it: whopping reward for animal abuse; UCSC protests; tragic crash; boardwalk hiring.

Dear Capitola-Soquel Parents: Books That Make Your Kids Smarter

Do your kids like a fascinating mystery? Do you want them to learn about the scientific method? There's a book for that!

HIRING? Post A Job On Capitola-Soquel Patch In 3 Clicks

Patch offers businesses a quick and easy way to connect with qualified job candidates near and far. Click for details.

Calif. Unemployment Dips to 6.9 Percent in January

In December the unemployment rate was 7.1, a decline from 8.1 percent last January.

VIDEO REVIEW: Is 'The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' Worthy of a Second Sitting of Tea?

This film critic says, "The tea certainly tastes delightful!"

Sea Lion Population Swells at The Marine Mammal Center

Sea lion pups are being abandoned by their mothers in unprecedented numbers.

Heading to SF Chinese New Year Parade, Weekend Festivities, Capitola-Soquel?

The parade begins at 5:15 p.m. Saturday. Events aplenty on Sunday, too!

SF Giants, Silicon Valley Firms Urge U.S. Supreme Court to Declare Right to Same-Sex Marriage

“The San Francisco Giants are proud to sign the brief because it speaks directly to our core values of equality and social justice for all."

There's More To Change Than Clocks When Daylight Saving Time Begins

Do you know what that is? Here's a hint: drought.

Need A Job? Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Is Hiring

Positions are open for both full- and part-time work. Lots of seasonal job opportunities here!

Bay Area Airports Cancel 20+ Flights Due To East Coast, Texas Weather

If flying today, Capitola and Soquel, do check with your airline.

UPDATED: Student Protesters Blocking Access To UC Santa Cruz

The campus is open, but school officials are asking individuals to stay away. Bay and High street area closed.

Do You Know What DMV Fees Are Tax Deductible, Capitola-Soquel?

When filing, don't forget to claim the vehicle license fee you paid last year. So where to find it? ...

Coroner Releases Name Of Watsonville Teen Who Died In Aptos Crash

The 16 year old died from her injuries at Watsonville Community Hospital. Three others were pronounced dead at scene. Four were injured.

Good News: Scotts Valley Man Found Safe

He was reported missing by his worried family.

Keep Your Capitola-Soquel Little Ones Reading: Here's Perfect Alphabet Book

Can an alphabet book rock their world? Prepare to be amazed!

Scotts Valley Man Goes Missing; Family Concerned

He was last seen Sunday heading out to visit a friend.

Isha Yoga: Inner Engineering- Technologies for Well Being

Inner Engineering - Technologies for Well Being

The Santa Cruz Archaeological Society Speaker Meeting

"Mortuary Practice of the Norsemen", presented by Brett H. Edson, BA.

Anonymous Donor Adds $19K To Reward Fund To Find Person Who Threw Dogs, Killed Puppy

"I decided to increase it ... so that hopefully someone will ... report this sick and cruel person,” said the individual.

VIDEO: Whoa! Man Loses It With Today's Protesters Blocking Hwy 17

We're not quite sure what he's saying, except that he is extremely displeased and ... WARNING ... repeatedly uses the "F" word.

Going On Now: Hwy 1 Closed to NB Traffic at Junction of Hwy 17 in Santa Cruz

UCSC student protesters and police activity blocking Fishhook.

Who Tried Robbing Little Caesars in Watsonville?

The employees did not know how to open safe, so the suspect fled empty-handed.

Warming Temps, Droughts Are Linked; Climate Change Contributing: Study

California has experienced more frequent drought years in the last two decades than it has in the past several centuries, Stanford reports.

Witnesses Saw Reckless Driving Before Crash That Killed 4 in Aptos

The four who died were 22, 19, 18 and 16. Four others were injured. CHP said alcohol suspected in accident.

Collecting Social Security, Capitola-Soquel? It May Affect Your Taxes

Do you need to pay taxes on your benefits? The IRS explains.

Homicide Investigators Seek Info, Witnesses To Shooting Near Watsonville

A man was found dead today in a parking lot in the Pajaro area.

Meth For Sale: Man Arrested By Santa Cruz County Task Force

Law enforcement reportedly found the drugs, cash, packaging materials and a scale at his home.

Amanda Montez Joins Sempervirens Fund's Board of Directors

Communications and Engagement Specialist brings insights on open space outreach to underserved communities.

Four Killed, Four Injured In Head-On Crash In Santa Cruz County

The accident was Sunday night on Freedom Boulevard.

Beanbags Disarm Woman With Rifle Walking Through Santa Cruz

Police were called about a female carrying a rifle with a mounted scope in the area of Fair Avenue and Mission Street/Cabrillo Highway.

WATCH Video of Derring-Do: Chopper Rescue Of Gilroy Man Who Fell 70 Feet Down Pt. Reyes Cliff

CHP crews also contended with rising tides while saving seriously injured man, 24, who slipped while hiking Saturday with church group.

4 Tips for Picking the Perfect Summer Camp for Kids

A day camp close to home or a sleep away extravaganza in Colorado? Here’s how to make summer camp an epic experience.

VIDEO: "Eddie Redmayne's Road To Success"

Winning a Golden Globe, SAG Award, and an Academy Award in 2015 is simply 'redmayniac'!

Super High-Tech, $100 Million Pro Soccer Stadium Debuts

Named "Avaya" after a software sponsor, the venue will be home to the San Jose Earthquakes with seating for 18,000-plus.

Stolen 400-Year-Old Treasured Books Seized in San Francisco Area, Returned to Italy

Italian authorities asked local authorities to investigate two volumes stolen from the Italian Historical National Library of Agriculture.

In Need Of A Gals' Getaway? One With Spas? Cocktails? And Mud?

Calistoga is hosting the "Mudder of All Weekends" - including all of the above.

Upcoming Blood Drives In Santa Cruz County

Find out how you can be an 'everyday hero' by supporting the Red Cross.

Top 4 Destinations in California for Spring Break

Spring Break is just weeks away..book now to lock-in deals.

$6K Reward For Info Leading To Arrest Of Person Who Hurled 2 Dogs From Car

The traumatized mother dog chewed through a sandbag to get to her puppy that died from head trauma.