Man On Stolen Bike Leads Short Pursuit In Watsonville: Sheriff

A deputy tried to pull the man over, but he kept driving, the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office said.

2020 Primary Election: Watsonville, Santa Cruz County Voter Guide

Here's what Watsonville voters can expect as ballots continue to trickle in for Santa Cruz County's 2020 Presidential Primary Election.

City of Watsonville Request For Proposals

Proposals are due on Friday March 20, 2020 by 4:00 PM. The City will evaluate proposals received as quickly as possible.

Gun & Roses: Armed Suspect Swipes Blooms & Beer From Area Market

The 20-year-old was arrested for stealing cases of beer and flowers after Watsonville police tracked down his getaway car, officials said.

Candle Ignites Fire; Laser Strikes Solved: Watsonville Crime Log

Burglar targets clients, missing woman's car located, pedestrian killed and other police and fire news this week in Santa Cruz County.

Main Street Business Park Advances Despite Opposition

Plans for the park were rejected by the Watsonville Planning Commission last year, The Pajaronian reported.

Pedestrian Killed In Hit-And-Run

The man was reportedly racing another car before hitting the jaywalking pedestrian, then went on to hit a second car, police say.

Kids Behind Laser Strikes On Pilots At Watsonville Airport

Investigators tracked the laser strikes to kids who thought it would be funny to aim a laser at airplanes, police said.

Here's Where You Can Vote In Watsonville: March Primary Election

Precinct voters who plan to participate in the March 3, 2020 Presidential Primary Election can vote from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Local Brewery Named Among New Bay Area Breweries To Check Out

Fruition Brewing in Watsonville was one of five recently opened Bay Area breweries that the Bay Area News Group spotlighted last week.

Santa Cruz County Snubbed In Best Hospitals Ranking

Forty-eight California hospitals made the cut, but Santa Cruz County hospitals didn't make the Healthgrades list.

Laser Strikes Targeting Watsonville Pilots, Police Say

Lasers can incapacitate pilots, the Watsonville Police Department said.

Parents Call For Safer Roads In Watsonville

Hundreds have signed a petition to ask the city and state to prioritize repairs of worn down or unsafe roads, The Pajaronian reported.

Killer Of Gang Foe, 4-Year-Old Girl Gets 2 Life Prison Sentences

Michael Escobar, 36, drunkenly shot and killed a gang rival and bystanding child. He was sentenced Thursday to life in prison, police say.

Local Nonprofit Recognized For Readying Youth For Tech Careers

Watsonville-based Digital NEST wants to show Silicon Valley that there is an untapped pool of talent in "forgotten" communities.

Fireman Struck By Gunfire Honored With Blood Drive In Watsonville

Watsonville Fire Capt. Danny Lucas was in a medically induced coma for five days and used 24 units of blood during his 41-day hospital stay.

Gang Members Arrested After Traffic Stop, Police Say

Two young gang members were arrested Tuesday night in Watsonville during a routine traffic stop, police said.

Victim In Industrial Accident Was Watsonville Man

He died Thursday in an incident at the Royal Oaks facility of Monterey Mushrooms, based in Watsonville.

City Worker Accused Of Sex Assault Found Teen On Social Media

Police said they can work with parents to teach them about social media and parental controls, KSBW reported.

See: Police Show Car Possibly Involved In Kidnapping Attempt

A woman was dragged into a gray sedan while on an early morning run, but escaped, police say.

Man Killed In Industrial Accident

He fell into equipment at a facility owned by Watsonville-based Monterey Mushrooms, The Salinas Californian reported.

Water Use Remains Low In Santa Cruz County, Report Finds

The population has doubled since 2000, but residents use less water now, the county said.

Student Art Showcased At District Office: Watsonville

The visusal art and performing arts projects of Pajaro Valley Unified School District students and staff will be on display until May 1.

Major Milestone: Pajaro River Flood Project Enters Design Phase

The project was first authorized in 1966 and $1.8 million of funding to start design work was announced this week.

$1,800 Theft Caught In Progress, Sheriff's Office Says

The man was seen stealing items from a car trunk in Freedom, according to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office.

New Dialysis Center Planned In Watsonville

The site is adjacent to the Watsonville Community Hospital and emergency room.

Watsonville Municipal Airport Hosts Blood Drive

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Parks Staff Who Worked With Youth Charged With Teen Sex Assault

Matthew Antonio Jimenez had daily contact with youth through his city Parks and Community Services Division job.

$1.5M Bid Awarded For Watsonville Trail Construction

The trail will run from Ohlone Parkway to Watsonville Slough Trail, as part of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail.

Pick Your Favorite Skylight Mosaic Design For Ramsay Park

New public art is coming to Watsonville's Ramsay Park. Vote for the image you prefer.

1,000 Plants, 15 Trees Planted In Watsonville For Wetlands Day

Volunteers took to the earth of Struve Slough Saturday to honor World Wetlands Day, The Pajaronian reported.

Early Voting Offered In Watsonville On Feb. 3

Early Voting will be available at the City Clerk’s Office, located at 275 Main Street, Suite 400, Watsonville, CA.

Watsonville's Water System Needs $100M In Upgrades

The repairs and upgrades are needed over the next decade, The Pajaronian reported.

Woman, 30, Dies After Car Flips Multiple Times In Pajaro

A 30-year-old woman died after trying to pass a car and losing control, CHP said.

Watsonville Brothers Open Downtown Pizza Joint At Fox Theater

Slice Project is operated by a pair of Watsonville-raised brothers with passions for business and cooking.

Projectile-Throwing Case: Man Pleads Not Guilty To 79 Charges

Charles Kenneth Lafferty, 52, entered his plea Monday in Monterey County Superior Court.

Man Facing 79 Charges In Prunedale Projectile-Throwing Case

Dozens of additional charges were filed Monday morning, including two counts of assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer.

Critics Condemn Council Vote To Allow New Drive-Thrus

The city council voted to reject a 45-day drive-thru ban, but two council members and an environmental group say the ban is important.

Watsonville Police Officer Retires After 24 Years Of Service

Master Officer Angel Calderon hopes to continue working with people dealing with mental illness.

Cycle Studio Opens In Watsonville Hangar

Ritual Ride Studio, which claims to be the first indoor cycling studio in the county, is hosting a grand opening event on Jan. 25.