Trump Wants To Honor Teen Lifeguard After Dramatic Bay Area Beach Rescue

A witness captured video of the 16-year-old battling powerful surf to save a 10-year-old boy.

Santa Cruz County Scores Financing For Veterans Village Housing

Veterans Village will redevelop the former Jaye's Timberlane Resort into supportive housing for local veterans and their families.

Santa Cruz Wharf Gets Federal Funding For Rehabilitation After Storm Damage

The wharf was damaged by powerful winter storms in 2024.

CA County To Become First In World To Ban Filtered Cigarettes

“Cigarette butts are toxic, they're useless and they're everywhere." What to know about the first-of-its-kind ban.

Santa Cruz's Sugary Soda Tax Is First To Defy State Ban

The 2-cent-per-ounce tax was approved by voters in November.

More Layoffs For NOAA Could Impact Staffing At Monterey Weather Center

One of its national weather centers in Monterey could be impacted again.

Santa Cruz Wharf Future Is Uncertain After Partial Collapse

"One of the largest swell events" in decades severed the end of the pier. Officials address rebuilding, and a timeline to reopen the rest.

New CA Coastal Commission Head Is Santa Cruz County Supervisor

The independent state agency controls coastal construction by regulating land use along the state's shoreline.

New Project Could Revive Santa Cruz Wetlands In Effort To Fight Flooding

"Within Santa Cruz County, coastal wetland habitat is just so rare," said Baker.

Santa Cruz Supes Put Brakes On Electric Bikes, Scooters

One supervisor said that the county is "prioritizing public safety" with this action.

Biden Approves Disaster Declaration For Monterey, Santa Cruz Counties

Biden approved Newsom's request for a major disaster declaration due to storm damage in nine California counties.

$67.6M Bike Trail Grant In Jeopardy

Santa Cruz County could lose the money because the Board of Supervisors failed to agree on a design plan for the trail.

E-Bike Restrictions In Santa Cruz County Receive Preliminary Nod

Both e-bikes and scooters will be restricted in most sidewalks and parks.

$143M IOU: FEMA, Fed. Highway Administration Owe Santa Cruz County

The county is awaiting disaster reimbursements that date back to 2017.

Cabrillo College Has 1 Full-Time Black Faculty Member Out Of 165. Why Campuses Struggle With Diversity

For Nikia Chaney, the sole full-time Black faculty member at Cabrillo College, the experience is personal.

County Surveys Residents On Needs Of Aging

"We hope to hear from a diverse and representative group of county residents over age 40."

Property Tax Bills Due Next Week In Santa Cruz County

The first installment of property tax bills was mailed to residents last month, and payments are due on Dec. 11. Here's what to know.

AI Policy Adopted By Santa Cruz Supervisors

"The policy allows and encourages the continued use of artificial intelligence in County operations while providing guidelines."

While US Economic Outlook Improves, CA's Remains Muddy And Mediocre

With personal income growth stagnant and prices still rising, California's economy is trailing many national trends.

54 Zero-Emissions Buses To Be Purchased By Transit District

The agency was awarded a $20.4 million federal grant to help pay for the buses.

Mental Health Services Expansion Approved By Supervisors

Santa Cruz County currently has one crisis stabilization unit. The facility is often on "Code Red" —​ no new admissions due to staffing.

Grand Jury Questions Surveillance Of Santa Cruz County Residents

Law enforcement agencies use technologies like Amazon Ring to request footage from users.

Santa Cruz Disaster Recovery Centers Close Thursday

Assistance is still available through Thursday for damage sustained by storms from before Jan. 31

After Temporary Repairs, Santa Cruz Mulls Long-Term Fix To Storm-Damaged West Cliff Drive

"The ocean was crashing pretty violently over West Cliff and apparently dropping rocks on cars," says neighbor Greg Sanders.

Small Business Recovery Center Opens In Capitola For Businesses Hurt By Winter Storms

The center, located at Capitola City Hall, aims to provide individual, specialized services for businesses affected by storms, at no charge.

Santa Cruz County Residents, Businesses Eligible To Apply For Federal Disaster Dollars

FEMA will coordinate relief efforts to Santa Cruz County and other nearby counties like Santa Clara, Monterey and San Mateo.

Santa Cruz County Approves Emergency Declarations; Storm Damage Totals In The Millions

According to county officials, the storms have wrought upwards of $21 million in road damage and nearly $7 million in park damage.

Santa Cruz Exempted From New State Water Restrictions

With its reservoirs 90% full and per-person water usage exceeding state standards, the city is exempt from new restriction.

Recycling Options For Political Yard Signs In Santa Cruz

The signs don't go in blue bins.

Real-Time Results: Santa Cruz County Primary Election 2022

The polls are closed in Santa Cruz, and voters have had their say.

CA Primary Election June 7: Where To Vote In Santa Cruz

Californians have a handful of decisions to make Tuesday.

Hopefuls Fight For County Supervisor Spot; Measures Matter: CA Primary

Along with the important races on the ballot, voters are paying close attention to local measures.

Candidate Profile: Justin Cummings For County Supervisor

Cumminsg shares why he is running for Santa Cruz County Supervisor District 3.

Law Enforcement To Patrol For Impaired Motorists Over Memorial Day Weekend

All available CHP officers will be patrolling the streets to catch impaired motorists and other traffic violators.

Santa Cruz Acquires Coral Street Property, Advances Homelessness Response Action Plan

The move marks the next major step in fulfillment of the three-year plan.

New Deputy City Manager Named In Santa Cruz

The city said she will work closely with the homeless response plan and lead programs and administrative functions.

Candidate Profile: Ami Chen Mills For County Supervisor

Chen Mills shares why she is running for Santa Cruz County Supervisor District 3.

Candidate Profile: Shebreh Kalantari-Johnson For County Supervisor

Kalantari-Johnson shares why she is running for Santa Cruz County Supervisor District 3.

June 7 Primary: Santa Cruz Voter Guide

A look at what Patch is following and information on where to cast your vote.

Santa Cruz County To Receive $6.4M For Homeless Housing

The County will use the money to convert hotels into 20 permanent housing sites.