Worried About Cancer Causing Chemicals? Make Your Own Makeup

Talya Lutzker teaches New Leaf Community Market how to go green and make healthier cosmetics. With recipe below.

Consumers Union to Stage 'Meat Without Drugs' Campaign Thursday at Trader Joe's

The organization, which is against antibiotics in meats, says that Trader Joe's is the most likely market to respond to the request.

Charge Your Electric Car in Santa Cruz

Need to charge your electric car? There are several stations nearby to keep you topped off for your eco-friendly commute.

Are You Putting Carcinogens on Your Face? Class Teaches You Make Your Own Makeup

New Leaf Community Market Feb. 12 workshop teaches how to make your own body care products.

Free Public Wi-Fi in Santa Cruz? FCC Proposal Could Pit Google Against Cell Carriers

The federal government wants to bring fast, powerful—and free—Internet connections to communities across the nation.

Free eWaste Recycling Drive is Wednesday

You can get an early start on your spring cleaning by getting rid of old electronics you no longer use.

Bag Ban Battle Rises to State Level

A Bay Area Assemblyman wants to prohibit single-use plastic bags throughout California in 2015.