A storm is expected to bring strong wind and heavy rain to Santa Cruz County from late afternoon Wednesday through Friday ...

The Santa Cruz City Council could advance a wildfire plan to coordinate evacuations, ensure water delivery and prepare ...

The Watsonville City Council will hear updates on the rail trail and the city’s Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan.

A Mobile Crisis Response Team now offers 24-hour, non-police response to mental health crises in Santa Cruz County by calling ...

Read about what Santa Cruz County health officials want you to know about bird flu in the county and how to keep safe.

How are local governments in Santa Cruz County preparing for an estimated sea-level rise of up to 7 feet by 2100?

Construction jobs grew in Santa Cruz County from 2020 to 2022 and remain in demand. (Stephen Baxter — Santa Cruz Local file) SANTA CRUZ >> To better understand the needs of Santa Cruz County workers ...

State law limits rent increases for most housing, but doesn’t cover homes with expiring deed restrictions for below-market rent. In September 2024, the city council approved a local rule that extends ...

A board is forming to oversee $7 million in anticipated tax revenue from Measure Q in Santa Cruz County. (Stephen Baxter — Santa Cruz Local file) SANTA CRUZ >> Applications are open to oversee about ...

12:45 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28. Online and at 809 Center St., Santa Cruz. SANTA CRUZ >> Ten years after the closure of Miramar Fish Grotto on the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf, a new version of the ...

Following an executive order from President Donald Trump, a major grant to fund the Coastal Rail Trail could be in limbo.