Santa Tour Named Event Of The Year In Watsonville

Mr. and Mrs. Claus delivered gifts during the pandemic and are now receiving some major appreciation.

Rainy Weather Likely To Continue Into The Weekend In Watsonville

The rain is expected to stick around and foggy conditions could follow.

Shelter In Place Order Lifted, Fire Still Burning In Salinas

The massive fire at Taylor Farms food processing plant in Salinas is still burning as multiple area agencies respond.

70+ Citations Given To Aggressive Drivers In Watsonville

Motorcycle cops from Santa Cruz County were in Watsonville for a special traffic enforcement program.

Homicide Suspects In Shooting Investigation Arrested: VIDEO

Watsonville Police arrested two suspects in connection to a shooting that killed 18-year-old Feliciano Martinez Perea.

New City Manager Could Be Appointed Tuesday In Watsonville

The search began at the beginning of the year and included a community survey and several public meetings.

🌱 Honoring Dispatchers + Starbucks Lawsuits

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Unseen First Responders Honored: Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

April 10-16 is the nationally recognized week designated by Congress to honor those working on the telecommunications side of public safety.

Teen Killed In Shooting Described As ‘Gentle, Private’ Person: Report

The family of an 18-year-old killed in Watsonville said he moved to the area a year ago to work in strawberry fields.

Head-On Crash Near Watsonville Kills One

Police said three cars were involved in the crash.

National Beer Day 2022: Where To Grab A Pint In Watsonville

89 years ago Thursday, FDR signed a bill that made beer legal again. Celebrate by enjoying Watsonville's many independent breweries.

Burn Permits Suspended In Santa Cruz County

Cal Fire said that the state has already experienced an unusually early start to fire season.

Police Release Video Showing Possible Suspects Involved In Shooting

Police are asking for the public's help in finding two people they believe are involved in a shooting that killed an 18-year-old man.

Heat Wave Coming To Watsonville

The heat wave is affecting the entire state and the National Weather Service issued a Beach Hazards statement to coastal cities in SF.

Spring Poking Through: Watsonville Photo Of The Day

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🌱 Fatal Shooting + Rainbows Over Rio Del Mar

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Rainbows Over Rio Del Mar: Watsonville Photo Of The Day

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18-Year-Old-Man Shot In Watsonville Saturday Dies

Police said Monday a man shot over the weekend has died.

Watsonville Police Investigate Shooting Of 18-Year-Old

An 18-year-old man was critically injured in a shooting late Saturday night in Watsonville.

Watsonville Easter Event Guide 2022

Find egg hunts, bunny brunches, spring festivals & more inWatsonville and throughout the beach cities and South Bay.

Sunset In Pajaro Dunes: Watsonville Photo Of The Day

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3.4 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Near Watsonville

Residents near Watsonville felt the earthquake rattle around 3:39 p.m. Thursday.

Artist Of The Year Named In Santa Cruz County

The artist turned her glassware studio into a large manufacturing facility and retail shop in Watsonville with a lot of hard work.

🌱 Water Rationing + Second Booster Shot

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Crops After Rain: Watsonville Photo Of The Week

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🌱 Watsonville Daily: What's Happening Today (Wed, Mar 30)

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2 Watsonville Men Arrested In Connection To Stabbing: WPD

Watsonville police arrested two men suspected of stabbing a man on Clifford Avenue Friday, the police department said.

🌱 New City Clerk + Attempted Murder Charges

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Watsonville Men Arrested Following Stabbing

Police have arrested two men they say were involved in a stabbing Friday.

Watsonville City Council Appoints New City Clerk

The Watsonville City Council has appointed Assistant City Clerk Irwin Ivan Ortiz as the new City Clerk.

Missing Man In Watsonville Located

It was reported the man had not been seen for more than a week.

Have You Seen This Missing Watsonville Man?

Police and the family of 56-year-old Francisco Ortega, who disappeared on March 18, are asking for help finding him.

COVID Vaccine Clinic Closing In Watsonville

The Old City Hall Vaccine Clinic is closing March 27.

20th Annual Cesar Chavez Awards To Feature Dolores Huerta

Huerta is a celebrated Latina labor leader and activist, and Presidential Medal of Freedom award winner.

Additional Eviction Protections Approved In Santa Cruz County

Money has been set aside to offer resources to tenants after the state COVID Rent Relief program expires on March 31.

Dog Adoption Events Planned in Santa Cruz County

Looking to adopt? Adoptable dogs will be at Greater Purpose Brewing Company Sunday.

🌱 3-Car Fatal Crash + Homeless Action Partnership

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3-Car Crash Kills 2, Watsonville Police Investigating

Police are investigating a fatal three-car crash that happened Saturday night.

Watsonville Film Festival Enters Final Weekend

The 2022 festival ends Sunday.

Missing 11-Year-Old Girl In Watsonville Found Safe

A missing 11-year-girl in Watsonville was found safe Friday afternoon.