Surfers Rescue Family of Six from Capsized Boat in Santa Cruz
Three-time Mavericks champion Darryl 'Flea' Virostko among the heroic rescuers
Indie Developers Create Surprise Hit Game About Mutant Cats
Sophomore scores lone goal as unbeaten Harbor edges rival SC
Weather
6 Rescued After Boat Capsizes Off Santa Cruz in Heavy Surf
Crews responded to the incident near West Cliff Drive on Saturday morning.

6 Rescued After Boat Capsizes in Heavy Surf off Santa Cruz Coast
Authorities credit quick response from marine rescue swimmers, lifeguards, and Good Samaritans for preventing tragedy.
Search Suspended for Missing Santa Cruz Surfers
Coast Guard ends 10-hour search after finding no signs of the two surfers
Lifestyle
Santa Cruz Celebrates Community, History, and Civic Responsibility
Editor's Note reflects on local values, upcoming events, and the power of reclaiming lost histories

New York-Italian Deli Opens in Santa Cruz's Live Oak Neighborhood
La Bottega del Lago brings handmade pastas, specialty Italian goods, and grab-and-go fare to a sunny market location.
California Pushes Colleges to Grant Credit for Work Experience
State aims to have 250,000 students earn college credits for prior learning by 2030
Politics
Santa Cruz Residents Debate Housing, Climate, and Rail Plans
Letters to the editor address growth, environmental responsibility, and the future of transportation in the county.

Ryan Coonerty announces campaign for Santa Cruz mayor
Former Santa Cruz County supervisor and city councilmember seeks to become city's first directly elected mayor
California Counties Face New Requirements for Homelessness Funds
State threatens to withhold funds from cities and counties not doing enough to address homelessness
Entertainment
The New Shockwaves bring surf music to Balefire Brewing Co.
Santa Cruz outfit led by drummer Jeff 'Stretch' Riedle performs instrumental psychedelic surf tunes

New Upstairs Club Cat Alley Street Opens Above Santa Cruz's Catalyst Venue
The new late-night music venue brings Burning Man-inspired inclusivity and themed events to downtown Santa Cruz.
Gov't Mule's Warren Haynes Brings Rare Solo Show to Santa Cruz
The veteran guitarist will draw from his solo catalog, Allman Brothers classics, and more at the Rio Theatre.
Sports
Experienced Volleyball Coach Takes Over Pacific Collegiate Boys Team
Todd Hollenbeck, a former USC assistant and Menlo College head coach, will lead the Pumas' volleyball program.

Deivon Smith shines in Santa Cruz debut, but Warriors suffer narrow loss
Guard Deivon Smith scores career-high 26 points, but Santa Cruz falls to Memphis Hustle in NBA G League action
Scotts Valley, Aptos Boys Teams Reach SCCAL Tournament Semis
Scotts Valley High rallies past Harbor, Aptos High advances in local high school basketball tournament