Santa Cruz County Census Team Doubles Down On Outreach Efforts

Three weeks remain to respond to the U.S. Census.

14 Trapped Firefighters Injured Battling Dolan Fire

Three firefighters were air lifted to Community Regional Hospital in Fresno by Life Flight.

More Santa Cruz Co. Businesses May Reopen; Latest COVID-19 Count

Santa Cruz County was among five counties that moved into a lower COVID-19 risk tier Tuesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.

'Urgent' Need For Water Donations, Santa Cruz County Says

Water is urgently needed through Friday for CZU Lightning Complex fire victims.

Evacuees Face Death; 'Rooftop Burglar': Santa Cruz Co. Cop Logs

Evacuees recall driving through a firestorm; a serial burglary suspect is arrested; and more in Santa Cruz County public safety news.

Watsonville Conducts Survey On George Washington Bust

This is for the purpose of reducing duplicate entries and to determine residency only.

“Voting Matters” – Watsonville Zoom Event With USPS Election Expert Tammy Patrick And Santa Cruz County Clerk

The next “Voting Matters” call will be at 6pm, Thursday, September 17, and will be presented primarily in Spanish.

'Rooftop Burglar' Busted By K-9, Police Say

The burglar scaled a Cabrillo College building and wriggle into its window, video shows.

Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan

This planning effort will build on the historic origins of the area while establishing a clear vision for future of downtown Watsonville.

California Blueprint For A Safer Economy In Watsonville

The framework includes four colors, with Purple Tier 1 representing the highest level of restrictions.

Bay Area Heat Wave: Residents May Flock To Coastal Areas

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch later this week, with triple-digit temperatures in the forecast elsewhere.

South Bay Man Accused Of Threatening Top Health Official: Report

Alan Viarengo, 55, has links to right-wing extremists, authorities said. Viarengo is listed as an active faculty member at Gavilan College.

Monterey County Fires Nearly Extinguished

The River Fire near Salinas and Carmel Fire should be contained by Sunday.

Containment Grows, Evacuations Lifted For River And Carmel Fires

The air quality has improved, evacuation orders and warnings were lifted and full containment is expected Sept. 6.

2 Salinas​ Men Convicted In 2018 Gang Shootings

Two gang members were convicted this week of carrying out a plan to gun down rivals two years ago in Salinas.

Watsonville Cop Out After Pummeling Casino Worker, Deputies Say

The ex-officer punched, kicked and attacked a casino worker with a barstool, and caused $30K in damage to slot machines, deputies said.

Teen Volunteer Makes Youth Feel Confident: Watsonville Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Let's help share these amazing stories! Presented by Ring.

SEE: Watsonville Police Rescue Chickens Stuck In Evacuation Zone

Police hatched a plan to pull off this egg-citing rescue of chickens stuck in their coop amid fires in the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Watsonville's Mayor Boogies At Virtual Zumba Classes

Get your groove on and your heart pumping twice a week with Zumba classes hosted by Mayor Rebecca Garcia.

Q&A: Watsonville Coffee Roastery Misses Seeing Customers In Cafe

Hidden Fortress Coffee is grateful to still offer coffee to customers, though it's running a leaner operation amid the pandemic.

River Fire, Carmel Fire Updates: Containment Grows

The Salinas- and Carmel-area fires have not grown in size, but containment continues to increase, according to Cal Fire.

DUI Checkpoint Planned In Watsonville

The checkpoint will take place Saturday, August 29.

Watsonville Heroes: Help Us Recognize Those Making A Difference

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

Dolan Fire Contained To 15% As Crews Defend Structures

Firefighters held the line successfully overnight, gaining 15% containment over the 20k acre fire and defending homes near Lucia.

Santa Cruz County Orders 32,000 N95 Masks For Farmworkers

Agriculture workers are at heightened risk of smoke inhalation as the CZU August Lightning Complex wildfires burn.

Clinic For Evacuees Opens In Watsonville

The temporary clinic will have physicians and offer services including pharmaceutical.

Monterey County Opens Salinas Valley Fairgrounds For Evacuees

The shelter will provide sleeping and meal accommodations for about 40 people and can accommodate pets.

Immediate Evacuations Issued For Carmel And River Fires

As the Carmel and River fires move toward Carmel Valley, new evacuation orders were given Saturday as the two fires grew.

Monterey County River Fire Scorches 40,000 Acres

The fire burning south of Salinas was nine percent contained Friday morning.

Tourists Asked To Leave Santa Cruz County ASAP As Fires Rage

Emergency officials aim to free up lodging space as existing shelters near capacity for CZU Lightning Complex evacuees.

Gilroy Homicide Suspect Found & Arrested: Police

Izaak Ruben Bermea, accused of killing his girlfriend Wednesday, was nabbed in Merced, police said.

Man Accused Of Arson In Connection To Big Sur Dolan Fire

A Fresno man was arrested Wednesday in connection to the Dolan Fire, which has burned 4,000 acres.

Dolan Fire Shuts Highway 1 And Burns In All Directions

The Dolan Fire in Big Sur will be 'challenging' to suppress in hampered air quality, rough terrain and extreme heat.

As Carmel Fire Rages, Newsom Grabs Federal Assistance

The Carmel Fire burned more than 1,200 acres in two days, causing evacuations and prompting Gov. Gavin Newsom to seek federal funding.

River Fire Grows In Monterey; 2 New Blazes In Carmel, Big Sur

River Fire grows overnight. Carmel Valley fire threatens structures & causes evacuations. Blaze breaks out near John Little reserve.

PVUSD Announces New Administrators

These appointments were approved at the August 12 Board of Trustees meeting.

River Fire Near Salinas Scorches 4,070 Acres; 10% Contained

Six buildings have been damaged in the fire, which firefighters predict will be fully contained Aug. 30.

More Indoor Services Could Resume In Santa Cruz Co.; Latest Count

If Santa Cruz County stays off of the list for 14 consecutive days, restrictions in indoor businesses and services would be lifted.

22 Santa Cruz-San Mateo Area Fires Sparked By Lightning

Also: View the latest acreage and containment updates for Santa Cruz County wildfires.

Santa Cruz County Residents Wake To Power Outages

From Davenport to Watsonville, power outages continued to affect Santa Cruz County amid scorching heat and dangerous fire conditions.