Salmon and trout populations in Santa Cruz’s watersheds, such as the San Lorenzo River, have taken a hit in recent decades.

A pause in supplemental nutrition assistance benefits on Nov. 1 has driven thousands of Santa Cruz County residents to seek ...

There is a one-way traffic closure on northbound Highway 9 at Prospect Avenue in Ben Lomond because of emergency work. The ...

California is under pressure to embrace more temporary homeless shelters and programs that require sobriety, at the potential expense of long-term housing.

Santa Cruz voters have approved Measure C, the housing advocate-supported ballot initiative, with more than 53% of the vote, ...

Wallace Baine takes you inside Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment, complete with recommendations for things to do this ...

Matt Machado, Santa Cruz County's deputy executive officer and public works director, traveled with other local government ...

Weekly roundup 11/4/25 Clocks sprung back this weekend, giving us a helpful extra hour of sleep after Halloween weekend ...

Santa Cruz County knows how to take care of itself, and our readers have their favorite spots for rest, renewal and a little self-care. From acupuncture and spa days to haircuts, barbers and full-on ...

With the weekend nearly here, check out Wallace Baine’s Best 9 recommendations for things to do around Santa Cruz County via ...

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