Santa Cruz Author Explores Homeless Encampments in New Book
Brian Barth's 'Front Street' provides an up-close look at tent cities in the Bay Area
Downed Tree Closes Thurber Lane in Santa Cruz County
Golden State Warriors Sign Guard Nate Williams To Two-Way Contract
Lifestyle
Teen surfer rescues child after boat capsizes at Steamer Lane
Dramatic GoPro footage captures 14-year-old Ian Anderson's heroic actions during the rescue.

Surfers Rescue 6 After Boat Capsizes Off Santa Cruz
Droves of surfers sprang into action to pull injured people from the water after a small motor boat collided with a wave.
Surfers Rescue 6 After Boat Capsizes Off Santa Cruz
Heroic surfers pull injured passengers from the water until emergency crews arrive.
Politics
Santa Cruz County ICE Watchdog Sees Surge in Volunteer Interest
Rapid response group experiences spike in training registrations amid growing community concern over federal immigration enforcement tactics.

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
Weather
Skateboarder uses umbrella to stay dry during Santa Cruz rain
Wet weather expected to continue through the weekend with possible thunderstorms on Tuesday.

Santa Cruz County state parks to close due to heavy rain and wind
Several parks will be shuttered on Tuesday as weather conditions worsen
Rafters Rescued from San Lorenzo River in Santa Cruz
Firefighters and rescue swimmers responded to a report of two stranded rafters in a remote area of the river.
Science
Fungi Enthusiasts Seek to Protect Rare and Overlooked Species
Citizen scientists play a key role in documenting fungal diversity and conservation efforts in the U.S.

Fungi Enthusiasts Uncover Rare Species, Highlighting Need for Conservation
Citizen scientists play key role in documenting fungal diversity and threats
Curious Santa Cruz Sea Otter Becomes Local Celebrity
Otter 841 helps educate residents on coastal conservation efforts.
Sports
Warriors Sign Experienced G League Shooter Nate Williams
Golden State adds depth and shooting with two-way contract for 27-year-old guard

No. 7 UC Santa Cruz men's volleyball team upsets No. 3 Cathage in a five-set thriller
Riley Norman's 22 kills, including the match winner, lead the Banana Slugs to victory over the Firebirds
Sophomore scores lone goal as unbeaten Harbor edges rival SC
Harbor High's boys soccer team remains unbeaten in league with one match remaining