46 More Coronavirus Cases Reported in Santa Cruz County

There are 707 active and 365 recovered cases in Santa Cruz County.

Santa Cruz County Reports 50 New Coronavirus Cases

The latest report brings the countywide case count to 1,030.

UCSC And Community Foundation Partner To Expand COVID-19 Testing

The partnership was formed to ensure the area’s low-income and vulnerable residents have access to rapid COVID-19 testing.

Monterey Bay Hospital Ranked On Top Central Coast Hospitals List

New rankings for 2020-21 from U.S. News & World Report identify the best hospitals in specialty care and the best hospitals by region.

Latest Santa Cruz Case Count; County Joins Watch List

Hair salons and barbershops, indoor fitness centers and indoor worship services could be closing soon, assuming current trends continue.

Dominican Hospital Women Of Wellness Council Announces Funding

Dignity Health Dominican Hospital has received $75,000 in funding from the Women of Wellness Council (WoW), a local women’s giving society.

County Likely To Join CA Watch List; Latest Santa Cruz Case Count

Additional restrictions will likely come next week as the state tracks concerning COVID-19 statistics in Santa Cruz County.

Outbreak Closes Salvation Army Shelter; Santa Cruz Case Count

Eight asymptomatic residents and staff tested positive for the coronavirus, the county said. Shelter residents have been relocated.

Dominican Hospital Gets Recognized As Best Maternal Care Hospital

Dignity Health Dominican Hospital has been designated as one of Newsweek’s Best Maternity Care Hospitals 2020.

Latest Santa Cruz Case Count; County Predicts More Restrictions

Dr. Gail Newel believes Santa Cruz County will soon join the state's COVID-19 watch list, meaning more closures could be on the horizon.

See How COVID-19 Is Affecting Latinx Santa Cruz County Residents

Latinos make up 33.5 percent of the Santa Cruz County population but 50 percent of COVID-19 cases.

Cowell Beach Left Off Of CA's Most Polluted Beaches List

This marks the first time in a decade that the popular Santa Cruz County beach wasn't included in the "Beach Bummer" list.

Mayor Encourages Residents To Stay Diligent, Safe Over Holiday

With plenty of visitors expected to flock to Santa Cruz's beaches for Independence Day, health and safety guidelines need to be maintained.

3rd Santa Cruz County Coronavirus Patient Dies; Beaches To Reopen

Santa Cruz County has reported an increase in cases as businesses reopen and gatherings take place, against county recommendations.

Allergy Forecast For Santa Cruz: What Pollen Rates Are Expected

Sensitive to pollen? Here's when you should be wary this weekend.

UC Santa Cruz Tests Underserved Community

Testing is a critical piece in containing the virus's spread and being able to reopen more parts of the economy.

Allergy Forecast For Santa Cruz: What Pollen Rates Are Expected

If you're sensitive to grass pollen, be wary this weekend.

Allergy Forecast For Santa Cruz: What Pollen Rates Are Expected

Allergy suffers: take note.

Santa Cruz County Supes Approve Application To Reopen Businesses

The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors approved the county's application to allow dining in, haircuts and more.

Latest Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County Coronavirus Numbers

Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Santa Cruz County.

Santa Cruz Co. Looks To Reopen Restaurants, Hair Salons And More

The Board of Supervisors plans to review an application to move into Stage 2 of California's four-part plan to restart public life.

New Santa Cruz County Health Order To Allow Certain Activities

The new order will allow office workspaces, in-store retail, religious services, cultural ceremonies and a few other activities to resume.

Santa Cruz County Reports 8 New Coronavirus Cases, No Deaths

The latest report brings the countywide total of COVID-19 cases to 200

4 Family Coronavirus Clusters Investigated In Santa Cruz County

Four distinct clusters of coronavirus cases in Santa Cruz County have been traced to family gatherings, health officials said this week.

Latest Santa Cruz Coronavirus Numbers

Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz County.

These 3 Santa Cruz County State Parks Have Reopened Parking Lots

Need some quality time with Mother Nature? Twenty-seven state parks have reopened parking lots, including three in Santa Cruz County.

Allergy Forecast For Santa Cruz: What Pollen Rates Are Expected

Allergy sufferers beware, as high rates of grass pollen are expected in Santa Cruz this weekend.

Dominican Hospital Starts To Resume Elective Procedures

The move comes as data indicate the first peak of cases of the coronavirus is in the rearview mirror.

Struggling Santa Cruz County Seniors Eligible For Meal Delivery

The Santa Cruz Great Plates Delivered program provides three free meals per day from local businesses.

Santa Cruz Hospital Gets 'A' In Safety Rankings

The nonprofit group Leapfrog released a new round of hospital safety grades. Here's how Santa Cruz County hospitals fared.

Anonymous Friend of Dominican Hospital Makes $1M Donation

The donation, which was made by a Santa Cruz resident, will provide bonuses to 1,350 hospital employees for their frontline efforts.

Latest Santa Cruz Coronavirus Updates

Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Santa Cruz.

Coronavirus Testing Site Opens At UC Santa Cruz

The site hopes to reach 200 tests per day by June 1, the Santa Cruz Sentinel reported.

Coronavirus Meal Finder Map: Hungry Kids Eat Free In Santa Cruz

No Kid Hungry’s map shows where Santa Cruz County kids sidelined from school by the coronavirus crisis can get access to free meals.

Anonymous Donor Gives $1M To Dominican Hospital

The money will be given to Dignity Health Dominican Hospital employees.

Latest Santa Cruz Coronavirus Updates

Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Santa Cruz.

10,000 Masks Project Launched; County Dispatchers Get 200 Masks

Thanks to a local fabric shop and 200 volunteers, Santa Cruz hopes to give 10,000 masks this month to critical workers.

Latest Santa Cruz Coronavirus Updates

Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Santa Cruz.

Exercise In Your Own Neighborhood, Local Park Officials Say

Officials want residents to stay local and avoid trips to remote parks and beaches amid the coronavirus shelter-in-place order.

County Requires Face Coverings In Most Public Settings Now

Santa Cruz County will be required to wear face coverings while working and shopping outside of their homes, starting Saturday.