Murder Case; Vandalism Spree: Santa Cruz County Police Logs

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, CA — Here's a collection of police, fire and courts news from around the county this week:

Murder Investigation: Husband Sought As Suspect In Wife's Death

A Watsonville missing person case has turned into a murder investigation, police announced.

3 Watsonville Men Accused Of Downtown Graffiti Spree

Eight businesses were vandalized early Saturday morning, police said.

Santa Cruz County Under Heat Advisory; Cal Fire Bolsters Ranks

As the National Weather Service warns of heat and weather conducive to wildfire spread, Cal Fire ramps up staffing to address any fires.

CZU Fire Victims May Be Eligible For Food Stamps

Residents can sign up for disaster food benefits during the next week.

Thousands In Santa Cruz County Within PSPS Boundaries

Residents could lose power from Wednesday to Friday night.

Deputy Accused Of Domestic Violence, Robbery: Report

The Santa Cruz County correctional officer is no longer with the sheriff's office, Good Times reported.

92 Sex Offenders In Santa Cruz: 2020 Safety Map

Find out where the registered sex offenders are living in Santa Cruz and nearby.

80 Sex Offenders In Watsonville: 2020 Safety Map

Find out where the registered sex offenders are living in Watsonville and nearby.

Driver Found Passed Out At Wheel With Drugs In Car, Police Say

Police said they had to shift the car into park and awaken the driver.

Santa Cruz County Fire Weather Watch Upgraded To Red Flag Warning

Dry weather forecast this week coupled with fast, gusty winds has prompted officials to issue a red flag warning.

Santa Cruz Police Call For Unity Ahead Of Divisive Election

The department said it will support Santa Cruzans' rights to protest, but denounced violence and vandalism.

Watsonville's First Latino Firefighter Dies

He served Watsonville for 32 years before his retirement and had a passion for mentoring a younger generation of firefighters.