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 ...

Santa Cruz County health officers said bird flu has not shown up in the county, but residents should take precaution. (Stephen Baxter — Santa Cruz Local file) SANTA CRUZ >> At least 67 people have ...

Elevated chemical levels in the water at the Rountree Detention Center near Watsonville have prompted work on a new water filter system. (Nik Altenberg — Santa Cruz Local) WATSONVILLE >> After ...

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

Applications are open to oversee about $7 million annually for environmental projects through Measure Q in Santa Cruz County.

To better understand the needs of Santa Cruz County workers and employers, the county’s workforce board plans to host forums.

Cabrillo College trustees approved troubled property management company Greystar to build and operate its student housing ...

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 ...