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Trump rescinding DACA program protecting young immigrants

President Donald Trump on Tuesday began dismantling the government program protecting hundreds of thousands of young immigrants who were brought into the country illegally as children. Attorney General Jeff Sessions declared the Obama administration's program "an unconstitutional exercise of authority" that must be revoked.

‘Freedom Weekend’ takes aim at human trafficking

A full slate of events is planned for Sept. 15-17 as part of “Freedom Weekend” at Corralitos Community Church, an annual look at the global problem of human trafficking.

Public invited to weigh in on water projects

The PV Water Board of Directors is inviting the public to hear the latest on the Basin Management Plan Update at its Wednesday meeting.

Officers raising awareness of breast cancer

Throughout the month of October, Watsonville Police officers will sport pink badges to raise awareness of breast cancer.

Santa Cruz Court warns of scam

Officials from Santa Cruz County Superior Court on Tuesday warned residents to beware of court-related scams.

Community briefs, Oct. 7: Meeting provides update on levee project

Community briefs, Oct. 7, 2017

Artists open doors for tour

Three hundred artists across Santa Cruz County will be participating in the 32nd annual Open Studios Art Tour beginning Saturday and running weekends through Oct. 22.

Organizers launch drone event

Alongside a little-known grass landing strip at Monterey Bay Academy Thursday, a group of drone companies gathered for what organizers hope will be an annual event, and will draw participants to learn about the burgeoning industry.

County officials: Reduce plastic use

Santa Cruz County is asking residents to reduce their use of plastics after reduced global demand has made recycling much of it unprofitable.

PHOTO: Masks in the park

Attendees of the monthly Watsonville Wednesday gathering show off masks and other Halloween decorations Wednesday in Watsonville Plaza.
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Countywide history fair set for Watsonville

In the late 1800s, Claus Spreckels ran a mill that processed locally grown sugar beets, a thriving industry that is generally credited with seeing...