Cancer Patient Finds Solace in Short Staycation
A one-night stay in nearby Santa Cruz helped the writer reset after having to cancel several big trips due to her diagnosis.
Warriors' Frontcourt Trio Notch Double-Doubles In 113-104 Loss To South Bay
Two full carts of groceries stolen from Los Gatos Safeway
Weather
Cold Snap Sparks Debate on Santa Cruz Homeless Shelter Policy
Advocates and leaders question emergency shelter criteria after recent winter weather.

Santa Cruz Sees Mild Temperatures and Partly Cloudy Skies
Hourly weather forecast for downtown Santa Cruz, California as of 5:20 AM UTC
Natural Bridges State Beach Forecast Calls for Cloudy Skies
Temperatures to reach a high of 71F with light winds
Entertainment
Santa Cruz Aims to Revive Its Filmmaking Legacy
The Santa Cruz Film Festival is leading the charge to make the city a hub for movie production once again.

Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium to Host 'The Magic of Motown' Concert
Tribute show celebrates the enduring legacy of Detroit's Motown sound
Ambrosia Brings Diverse Crowd to Felton Music Hall Anniversary Show
Veteran soft rock band Ambrosia celebrates 45 years with concert in Santa Cruz mountains
Lifestyle
Yard Signs Sold at Fundraiser in Santa Cruz
Proceeds to benefit Minneapolis residents dealing with federal immigration issues

Two-way Traffic Resumes on Murray Street Bridge in Santa Cruz
The elevated roadway transitions to a one-lane, two-direction traffic pattern during ongoing construction.
$4.88M grant to build trails, visitor amenities at Watsonville Slough Farm approved
The project will provide free access to wetlands, grasslands and working agricultural lands in Santa Cruz County.
Politics
Community Gathers in Santa Cruz to Protest Iran War
Hundreds rally against U.S. military actions and escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Newsom Restores Nearly 300,000 Acres of Habitat, Cuts Permitting Time
California's Cutting the Green Tape initiative streamlines environmental restoration efforts
Santa Cruz Mayor Addresses Housing and Homelessness in State of City
Mayor Fred Keeley outlines city's efforts to tackle divisive issues while preserving local identity.
Health
UC Santa Cruz study finds link between pregnancy and reduced breast cancer risk
Research suggests early pregnancy can permanently change how breast cells age, preventing accumulation of cells that may contribute to tumor growth.

South County Residents Notified of Chromium-6 in Tap Water
Costly treatment projects and potential rate hikes loom as county grapples with cancer-linked chemical
Avian Flu Detected in California Elephant Seals
Outbreak marks first cases of HPAI H5N1 in northern elephant seals