The humpback whale was entrapped by crab fishing gear and found north of Moss Landing, which is about nine miles south of Watsonville.
Santa Cruz County Supervisor Zach Friend and Community Foundation Santa Cruz County CEO Susan True will discuss recovery and relief efforts.
Cal Fire said 1,100 wildfires have already burned 1,800 acres this year.
Santa Cruz County shares which businesses are open and closed amid the stay-at-home order.
Find out how to make an appointment, which can be scheduled from Wednesday to Sunday at Ramsay Park in Watsonville.
We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!
Allergy sufferers beware, as high rates of grass pollen are expected in Watsonville this weekend.
Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Santa Cruz County.
They might not have a traditional graduation ceremony this year, but they've worked hard to get to this point. Here's to the class of 2020!
This is the first cancellation in the events 62-year history.
This is the first time since 1959 that the festival has been canceled, organizers said.
Manuel Murillo shot at two Watsonville police officers and initiated a dangerous pursuit in a stolen car, prosecutors said.
Santa Cruz County is seeking public input on two potential funding opportunities related to housing.
Ben Kelly, 26, was identified as the victim in a Saturday shark attack at Manresa State Beach, five miles west of Watsonville.
Nicole Marsh has served at Bradley Elementary since 2013.
Hard-hit local NorCal governments will receive a total of $7 million in grant funding to aid law enforcement and public safety.
The Salinas Californian reported that a mariachi band came out to honor more than 100 farmworkers on Cinco de Mayo.
Watsonville Community Hospital's new leadership says it's working to institute improvements.
A 26-year-old Santa Cruz County resident was killed Saturday in a shark attack while surfing at Manresa State Beach, officials said.
Area residents should turn their eyes skyward on the afternoon of Saturday, May 9 to witness an aerial tribute to the first responders.
Officers say they were tipped off after a man posted a video of a girl being sexually assaulted.
Here are the latest local updates on how the coronavirus outbreak is impacting Watsonville.
The Santa Cruz County site will also serve vulnerable populations such as farmworkers and homeless people.
It’s easy to help out: drop off at Fire stations 1 and 2 from Monday to Thursday 8:00 am to 5 pm or stop by the city Plaza.
This program is designed to assist Watsonville low and moderate-income renters affected by COVID-19 economic crisis with grant of $1500.
Surveillance footage showed a man squeezing through a window and stealing cash.
Baby essentials and face masks are especially needed. Donations can be dropped off Wednesday and Thursday.
No Kid Hungry’s map shows where Santa Cruz County kids sidelined from school by the coronavirus crisis can get access to free meals.
Watsonville businesses may be eligible for a grant of up to $2,000, the city announced.
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower associated with Halley’s Comet is likely to be a bust due to 2020’s final supermoon over Watsonville.
This program is designed to assist Watsonville small businesses affected by the COVID-19 economic crisis with a grant up to $2000.
Hospital staff, police and firefighters gathered to say goodbye to the first COVID-19 patient released from Watsonville Community Hospital.
Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Cruz County and others received donations from Central California Alliance for Health.
A homicide investigation is opened after a stabbing victim is found; a 92-foot yacht sinks; and more in police, fire and courts this week.
A Corralitos woman and her sister are organizing an effort to send masks to donors who help feed first responders.