Santa Cruz Holiday Parking Fees Fund Litter Cleanup Program

For the ninth season, the city saved all parking fees collected in the week leading up to Christmas to help pay for litter cleanup teams.

Santa Cruz County Volunteer Firefighter Recruit Dies In Training

38-year-old Daniel Lamothe, of Santa Cruz, became distressed during a training session Sunday at the Ben Lomond Training Center.

Volunteer Organization Rallies Help For Those Still Cleaning Up From January Storms

"I was searching for something to reconnect to the world and have been searching for quite a long time," said Warren.

How Much Do You Know About Santa Cruz?

Every town has its traditions. Check out these fun facts about what makes Santa Cruz so special.

Semi-Trailers of food sent to flood stricken counties

Peanut Butter, Jam, Rice, Spaghetti, Cheese and Butter sent to local food banks

Temporary Repairs Underway For Storm-Damaged West Cliff Drive In Santa Cruz

"The cliff here gets battered quite often. But I've never really seen it this big," said Chris Hosmer, a 40-year resident of the area.

Arizona Nonprofit Seeks To Repopulate Sea Otters Along West Coast

"Bringing the sea otter back to the broader West Coast would be an unparalleled conservation success story," said Kristin Carden.

Flooded Paradise Park Community Near Santa Cruz Cleans Up Ahead Of Next Major Storm

"It's just cold, wet, dirty, depressing work. But in our case at least, it is a first-world problem," he said.

Medicare Pay Cuts Will Hurt Seniors' Care, Doctors Argue

Doctors are urging Congress to call off cuts scheduled to take effect on Jan. 1 in the reimbursements they receive from Medicare.

Oakland Zoo Treating Mountain Lion Cub Separated From Mom In Santa Cruz

The hospital at the Oakland Zoo is caring for a new orphaned mountain lion cub from Santa Cruz, zoo officials announced Tuesday.

Sunset Flash Over Monterey Bay: Photo Of The Day

The sunset seen from the beach at Aptos.

'A Tireless Advocate': Santa Cruz Local Hero

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Local Heroes who make life better in California with contributions big and small.

'Leadership, Organizational Skills, And Compassion': Santa Cruz Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Santa Cruz.

Hit-And-Run Kills Person In Wheelchair In Santa Cruz; Driver Arrested For DUI

Officers said the victim, who was in a motorized wheelchair, was attempting to cross Capitola Road.

Shark Bites Paddleboard Off Monterey Peninsula

The beach was closed and monitored for safety.

Number Of Homeless Families Plunges In Santa Cruz

The point-in-time homeless count found a 94 percent decrease in unsheltered families experiencing homelessness.

Woman Killed, 4-Year-Old Child Injured In Santa Cruz Pedestrian Accident

The cause of the collision is still being investigated.

$6M Grant Aims To Reduce Recidivism In Santa Cruz County

A local pilot program reduced the recidivism rate to 11.84% for those who completed the program, compared to an average 50% statewide rate.

How To See Rare 'Corpse Flower' Bloom In CA; Smells Like Rotting Flesh

Here's how you can catch a rare and fleeting glimpse of a blooming "corpse flower," which smells like rotting flesh.

July 4th 2022: Find Fireworks Near Santa Cruz

See Patch’s guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Santa Cruz, South Bay & beach cities.

Fireworks Near Me: Santa Cruz July 4th 2022

See where to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks shows, parades and other events in Santa Cruz & around South Bay & beaches.

🌱 Santa Cruz Daily: Library Measure On Ballot + CORE Investments

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Santa Cruz.

Big Basin Redwoods State Park Partially Reopening In July

The 2020 CZU Fire burned 18,000 acres inside the park boundary. But visitors now will have a chance to reserve a day in Big Basin.

🌱 Disposable Cup Fee + Fireworks Show

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Santa Cruz.

Vegetation Fire Spreads In Santa Cruz County

The fire was 90 percent contained Monday.

4th Of July Fireworks And Flyover In Scotts Valley

Firework shows are back.

Santa Cruz Disposable Cup Fee: July 1

A county ordinance impacts unincorporated areas but Santa Cruz created its own fee. What it means for the city.

New Aptos Branch Library Breaks Ground In Santa Cruz

The reconstructed $12.4 million library is 12,400 square feet.

Possible Shark Attack In Pacific Grove Leaves 1 Hospitalized: Reports

A surfer was reportedly hospitalized following a possible shark attack In Pacific Grove on Wednesday morning.

LGBTQ+ Booklist Suggested For Santa Cruz County Schools

A group created by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education released the top 40 LGBTQ+ books it thinks every school library should have.

July 4th Fireworks 2022 Near Santa Cruz

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades & celebrations in and around Santa Cruz, South Bay & beaches.

Santa Cruz Receives $25 Million For Homeless Youth Housing

The cities of Santa Clara and Santa Cruz are being awarded nearly $25 million to create dozens of new homes in their communities.

🌱 UCSC Rugby Success + Mediterranean Masterpiece

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Santa Cruz.

Santa Cruz Police To Celebrate National Night Out

The evening is a chance for communities to connect with local law enforcement.

Senior Center Seeks Greeting Cards For Father’s Day

I-You Venture is asking people to help brighten a senior’s day.

🌱Election Day + Unique Home For Sale

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Santa Cruz.

Big Basin Redwoods Park Could Reopen This Summer

The vision for reopening the state park after the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fire was revealed.

Harvest West Pool Set To Open In June

It's almost time for summer fun at the pool.

Santa Cruz Community Garage Sale Set For June

Mark your calendars!

Raccoon Gets Stuck Upside Down On Roof, Peers Into Home

Wildlife control officials say the mother raccoon’s unfortunate situation in the Santa Cruz Mountains tells a cautionary tale.