Shakeup At Board Of Supervisors: Greg Caput Named Chair

Santa Cruz County Supervisor Greg Caput is in as chair in 2020 and Bruce McPherson is vice chair.

Winter Shelter To Reopen At National Guard Armory In Santa Cruz

The shelter, which will accommodate about 80 people, previously closed in 2016 due to community concerns, the Santa Cruz Sentinel reported.

See How Santa Cruz County Wants To Spend Transportation Tax Money

About 27% of Measure D funding could be spent on neighborhood projects and 25% could go to highway corridors, according to the county.

Mobile Home Park Residents Get Some Protection In Santa Cruz Co.

A new county ordinance is consistent with state law and requires mobile/manufactured home park owners to justify park closures.

Decades-Old Mural Discovered In Santa Cruz Co. Admin Building

Officials are hoping someone has information about the long-lost treasure's story.

Santa Cruz Co. Lawmakers' Statements On Trump Impeachment Votes

Both democrats, Rep. Anna G. Eshoo​ (18th District) and Rep. Jimmy Panetta (20th District) voted to adopt two Articles of Impeachment.

Santa Cruz, Watsonville Activists Get Response: Trump Impeached

The rallies were held Tuesday night, a day before the U.S. House of Representatives voted to impeach President Donald Trump.

No End On Parcel Taxes: Santa Cruz Voters To Decide

The school measures — T and U — will be on the March 3, 2020 primary election ballot.

Impeachment Rallies Scheduled In Santa Cruz, Watsonville

The rallies coincide with efforts by Moveon.org, which is hosting hundreds of nationwide "Nobody Is Above The Law" events Tuesday​.

City Of Santa Cruz Updates 'Accessory Dwelling Unit' Ordinance

On Dec. 10, the Santa Cruz City Council passed an Urgency Ordinance to amend the city’s zoning regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units.

First African American Man To Serve As Santa Cruz Mayor Sworn In

Justin Cummings, a biologist, became mayor during Tuesday's City Council meeting. His term expires in May 2022.

New Housing: Mixed-Use, 33-Unit Pleasure Point Project Approved

The 33-unit development is the first approved under a 2018 ordinance that allows increased density for mixed- and low-income housing.

Arguments Due for Local Measures on the March ballot

Deadline is Friday, December 13

Santa Cruz Wants $462K To Brace For Future Power Shutoffs

The City of Santa Cruz wants the state to help pay for a diesel fuel trailer, a microgrid and more in anticipation of more power shutoffs.

Cannabis Delivery Rule Suit: State Takes Aim At Santa Cruz County

The state is seeking to squelch a county ban that prevents out-of-county cannabis retailers from delivering locally, The Sentinel reported.

Santa Cruz Gathers To Address Homelessness

Homeless advocates, neighborhood advocates and people who have been homeless gathered this week to share their thoughts about homelessness.

'Response' To Homelessness Announced In Santa Cruz County

The effort is a collaboration called the Homeless Action Partnership.

Fate Of 2 Santa Cruz Councilmembers In Voters' Hands

Two Santa Cruz Council members will be placed on the March 2020 ballot for a recall vote.

$17 Million For Transportation Projects: Santa Cruz Co.

Community input is sought on projects proposed by the county, as well as the cities of Capitola, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley and Watsonville.

$1M Grant Awarded To Santa Cruz County For Youth Offender Program

The grant will fund help fund in-custody, reentry, and aftercare services to justice-involved youth.

Surcharge On Single-Use Plastic Cups Enacted In Santa Cruz County

Businesses will be required to charge customers 25 cents more for a single-use disposable cup.

Alameda Co. Admin Tapped To Lead Santa Cruz County Human Services

Randy Morris will take over for current Santa Cruz County Human Services Director Ellen Timberlake who is retiring.

Homeless Shelter Capacity Expanded In Santa Cruz County

The expansion still doesn't provide a space for every homeless individual in the county.

Homeless Union Threatens Wrongful Death Suit Against Santa Cruz

The threat comes amid tensions over a homeless encampment on River Street that has been "reclaimed" after a shutdown in May by officials.

Public Truth Forum Scheduled In Santa Cruz County

California's Transparent Review of Unjust Transfers and Holds Act requires that law enforcement to hold the public meeting.

Low-Income Housing Approved For Live Oak

The mixed-use development near 17th Avenue and Capitola Road will include 57 units of affordable rental homes​.

Housing Crisis: Santa Cruz Co. Puts Moratorium On Evictions

The moratorium is in place until the Tenant Protection Act of 2019 goes into effect Jan. 1.

PG&E To Credit Customers Impacted By Power Outages: Gov. Newsom

The governor made the statements at a news conference in Southern California.

Here’s How The Road Infrastructure In California Ranks Nationally

A new report ranked the 50 states based on quality of infrastructure. See where California finished.

College Athletes In Calif. To Profit On Deals Under New Law

Under SB 206, athletes will be able to earn money from endorsements, sponsorship deals and other activities.

Protesters In Santa Cruz Demand Action On Climate Change

Organizers planned for a wide-spread student-led walkout and demonstration in downtown Santa Cruz.

Grand Jury Finds Drugs, Overcrowding At SCC Detention Facilities

The 2018–2019 Santa Cruz County Civil Grand Jury​ ​report was released Thursday.

Syringe Litter In Santa Cruz: County Has 'Obligation' To Address

Between July 1, 2018 and May 15, 2019, nearly 6,000 syringes were picked up off Santa Cruz streets, according to city documents.

Alleged 'Disrespectful Conduct' By 2 SC Councilmembers: Agenda

Santa Cruz City Council is expected to discuss censuring councilmembers Chris Krohn and Drew Glover.

Dismissing Climate Strikers Is 'Dangerous': UCSC Professor

These youth know what's at stake and "have no confidence in their elders' ability to deal with it."

Some Santa Cruz Co. Gig Workers To Become Employees Under New Law

Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a signing message for AB 5, calling it "landmark legislation for workers and our economy."

Main Beach Curfew: Officials Crack Down On Homeless Encampments

The ordinance prohibits loitering, sleeping or camping on dry sand at Main Beach between the hours of midnight and one hour before sunrise.​

Santa Cruz Wins '2019 Bikeways, Trails Project' Award

The award was given for the city's San Lorenzo River Parkway Trestle Trail Project.

Curfew Considered At Main Beach To Keep Homeless Out: Santa Cruz

If the proposed beach curfew were implemented, camping on the beach between midnight and one hour before sunrise would not be permitted.

CA Law Intended To Create More Transparency Misleads Voters (Opinion)

GUEST COMMENTARY: Sen. Scott Wiener, an SF Democrat, represents SD 11. Assemblyman Mark Stone, a Santa Cruz Democrat, represents AD 29.