Cal Fire Suspends Santa Cruz County Backyard Burns

Santa Cruz County saw its most destructive wildfire ever last year. Residents must "continue to adapt and evolve," Cal Fire said.

Fire Burning In CA's Big Basin Scorches 7 Acres

Crews stopped forward progress of a Sunday blaze in Santa Cruz County's fire wearied Big Basin Redwoods State Park.

Backyard Burns Suspended For Santa Cruz County

With the state bracing for a second dry year and wildfire season looming, Cal Fire on Sunday suspended backyard burns in Santa Cruz County.

Central Fire Protection District: Backyard Burn Season Ends April 30th!

See the latest announcement from the Central Fire Protection District.

Ex-Santa Cruz Area Youth Camp Counselor Facing Child Porn Charges

The 21-year-old man was arrested Wednesday at his home in Sunnyvale.

Santa Cruz Backyard Burn Season Ends Friday

Last year's record-setting fire season killed one person and scorched more than 85,500 acres in the Santa Cruz-San Mateo region.

Maddy Middleton's Killer Could Be Released In 4 Years: Reports

He was given a maximum sentence but could be eligible for release at age 25 after his case was moved to juvenile court, outlets report.

Prescribed Burn Tuesday Off Of Highway 9

Felton firefighters ask people to refrain from calling the fire in.

7-Hour Standoff Ends In Man's Arrest, Sheriff's Office Says

A caller reported seeing an armed man enter a tent-trailer that should have been empty.

Hundreds Lose Power In Santa Cruz

The estimated restoration time was 3:45 p.m., as of 12:10 p.m.

Motorcyclist Killed In Davenport Crash

The San Francisco motorcyclist was ejected from his bike after a Los Gatos woman crashed into him, CHP said.

Kansas Camper Arrested In Connection With Boulder Creek Fires

A Kanas woman who had been camping near land devastated by fire last summer was arrested in connection with two other fires there this week.

SEE: Santa Cruz Sheriff's Office Arrests 3; Recovers Guns, Drugs

In two separate incidents Thursday, officials say they arrested a duo with a slew of drugs, plus a man with multiple arrest warrants.

Santa Cruz Murder: Teen Arrested In Texas

The late Daniel Hartley, 39, was the city's first murder of the year. Police have since identified a suspect.

Coroner IDs Victim In Fiery Highway 1 Crash

Three others were injured, including the driver, who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Santa Cruz Co. Sheriff Releases Video Of Deputy Shooting

Deputies shot a man who repeatedly asked them to shoot him after he fired a weapon, newly released video shows.

Woman Dies In Pursuit, Fiery Crash On Highway 1 In Santa Cruz

The driver ran down the highway after the crash as officers pulled people from the burning car, Santa Cruz police said.

Maddy Middleton's Killer Pleads Guilty To All Charges: Report

The plea came after his case was transferred to juvenile court, multiple outlets are reporting. He could be released at age 25.

Man With Knife Used Bystander As Shield, Santa Cruz Police Say

The man has been arrested 26 times, Santa Cruz police said hours after the Tuesday morning incident.

'Very Scary' Discovery Made In Santa Cruz Mountains

Fire weather researchers found an unprecedented sight when they ventured to a peak this month.

Santa Cruz Man, 44, Is Convicted For Hate Crime By Federal Jury

A Santa Cruz man was convicted of a hate crime after he reportedly used a knife to assault a Black man.

21S-02001 Super Silver Burglary Arrest In Santa Cruz

Responding officers discovered the front window of the business had been smashed and several items of jewelry had been stolen.

Santa Cruz Arson Suspect Arrest 21S-01886

The Santa Cruz Police Department has collected video surveillance from the business complex and surrounding areas.

Jewelry Store Robbery Arrests Made After Citizen Tip, Police Say

Police are investigating whether the suspect in an early morning burglary Wednesday is connected to others in the area.

Arson Suspect Arrested In Santa Cruz

Three similar fires are under investigation in Santa Cruz. A man was arrested on suspicion of one of them.

Santa Cruz Super Silver Commercial Burglary 21S-02001

Responding officers discovered the front window of the business had been smashed and several items of jewelry had been stolen.

Man Arrested After Burglary At Santa Cruz Frozen Yogurt Store

Deputies arrested a man with the yogurt store's cash register, and glass shards in his shoes and pants, police said.

Cal Fire Battled Soquel Blaze Monday Afternoon

Officials asked people to avoid the area of the small fire as emergency personnel work.

Santa Cruz Co. Suspect Arrested In Connection With Stabbing Death

A man was arrested Thursday in connection with the stabbing death of his brother in Santa Cruz County.

Santa Cruz Critical Incident Arrest March 30, 2021-Case# 21S-01850

The suspect was later identified as 38 year-old Jesse James Higdon of Santa Cruz County.

Firefighters Battled Blaze In Santa Cruz Mountains

No homes were threatened, according to firefighters. The fire was reported in the Boulder Creek area.

Santa Cruz Co. Man Arrested On Gun Charge After Fight, Police Say

The immediate area was under lockdown Tuesday afternoon as police sought the suspect.

Suspicious Fire Under Investigation By Santa Cruz Firefighters

The commercial fire resulted in $40,000 of damages.

Santa Cruz Police Make 2 Arrests In 3 St. Paddy's Day Robberies

A fourth armed robbery remains under investigation, but two county residents have been arrested in connection with the robberies.

Serial Killer In Court; Robberies: Santa Cruz County Police Logs

A serial with local victims was up for a parole hearing; four armed robberies in one night; and more in Santa Cruz County crime news.

4 Armed Robberies; DUI; Pursuit: Rowdy Santa Cruz St. Paddy's Day

Oh yeah, and a fire along Highway 1. Santa Cruz County law enforcement officers had a much busier-than-usual night on St. Patrick's Day.

Area Serial Killer Who Murdered 13 People Denied Parole

His victims included 10 people in Santa Cruz County and a Los Gatos priest in a confessional booth.

Here's How Much The CZU Firefight Cost: Report

The CZU August Lightning Complex Fire was among the most destructive in California history.

Cannabis, Weapons Seized During Santa Cruz County Search Warrant

Sheriff’s Office investigators assigned to the Cannabis Licensing Office served a criminal search warrant at a residence on Sunlit Lane.

Man Checking Car Door Handles Had Fake Guns, Drugs, Police Say

Santa Cruz police said they were patrolling in Beach Flats when they spotted the man. See the items that police uncovered.