Metro will hold community meetings next month to discuss upgrades for the Watsonville bus station.
A new California law effective July 1 requires maternity care to be included in all private health insurance plans. Previously, less than 15 percent of individual plans covered pregnancy, child birth and postnatal care.
The Watsonville City Council will be tacking straightforward issues at its meeting Tuesday
The three-year effort was devised by county Supervisor Greg Caput.
The Silicon Valley is selected as one of three new homes for a United States patent office; it is expected to open within the next two years.
With recent changes in the state budget, two nearby beaches considered for closure will stay open until further negotiations are final.
U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Affordable Health Care Act, including individual mandate, is constitutional.
The annual citizen report came out late Wednesday. English Language Learners programs were also in the crosshairs.
The 2012-13 budget has no new cuts—a positive change, school trustees say.
Also, Pied Piper Exterminators is planning a move from Pajaro to the airport area.
New laws will be in place July 1 in Santa Cruz County, including an increased living wage and new school bullying regulations.
The annual Grand Jury Report will be unveiled this week.
Proponents say enterprise zones -- which face being cut in California -- stimulate the local economy.
The new electronic vehicle charging station downtown is ready to power up alternative-energy cars.
The city will find a way to scrape together funding for the county's Conference and Visitors Center.
An average customer will pay $5.56 more a month. On the upside, residents may get green waste service by the end of the year.
Neighbors don't want the road changes, but no one know what to do about it now.
The council also will review the budget and make changes to some fees.
Which is the best for the environment, and your lifestyle?
It's the final month for 50 percent off fees and fines for certain traffic violations.
Cynthia Friend has been wearing her son's campaign button every day.
Luis Alejo (D-Watsonville) defended the District 30 seat from challenger Rob Bernosky, but both will advance to the November general election.
The Santa Cruz police analyst will succeed Ellen Pirie on the board.
The Watsonville Planning Commission compromised on a plan to reduce the business hours and limit problems.
The new business will be considered by the Watsonville Planning Commission in September.
A look at candidates, measures and propositions included in the June 5, 2012 Primary Presidential Election.
The Watsonville Planning Commission is also expected to OK liquor sales at new airport eatery.
Miramar has had numerous problems since a new owner took control in January, according to police and city staff.
The wetlands mural at Green Valley Road and Main Street finished this summer after artists received a lot of support from strangers.
Police and city Public Works Department staff say the changes at Lincoln Street are improvements, but 265 residents signed a petition saying otherwise.
McInnis wants to make life easier for local businesses.
The annual Social and Community Services Grants hold steady for the upcoming year.
Also, cops get kudos from the mayor and the Environmental Science Workshop has a generous benefactor.
The council also will consider lighting projects and hear from community groups that want grant funding
Deitch lays out information on why he's best qualified to be county supervisor.
Friend answers questions on why he's the best candidate.
Forum about immigration and deportations revolves around 'Insecure Communities.'
The city is in dire need of capital funds to improve aging infrastructure.
Beckett is one of five District 2 Candidates running for County Supervisor.
Before sunset Sunday, the Earth's moon will pass in front of the sun, casting a giant shadow across the land.