Killer denied parole
A man who was 16 when he stabbed his landlord to death in May 1995 — and has been in Valley State Prison in Chowchilla since his conviction one year later — was denied parole during a hearing on Thursday.
No suspect found in home break in
Police prepare to rush into a home on the 100 block of Arista Lane Friday where a man reportedly broke into the occupied home.
Project increases recycled water supply
Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency celebrated the completion of a project Thursday that significantly increases the amount of recycled water used on crops throughout the area.
State parks’ advocates to fund school field trips
Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks on Tuesday announced the launch of Kids2Parks (K2P), a new program created to bring students from Title 1 schools on State Park field trips.
The flight of a lifetime
Watsonville resident Don Spence, a Korean War veteran, added another chapter to his own story in April, when he went on an Honor Flight with 25 other veterans.
The Human Race Walkathon & Fun Run
Walk, run, skip, or roll at the 38th Annual Human Race Walkathon and Fun Run on Saturday May 12th.
Enjoy music along the 5-mile course, a people's parade, costumes, yummy bites throughout the day, and family-friendly activities at the post-race party as the Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County rolls out the red carpet for all fundraising superstars.
The Human Race is our community's largest giving campaign. This year, more than 125 Human Race teams are reaching out for your support. You can lend your hand by simply giving a donation to your favorite cause, becoming a fundraiser, or making a donation and participating on Race Day. Your donation serves as your entry into the race.
Dance raises funds for autism
More than 100 people take part in a highly energized dance Saturday evening at the Seascape Golf Course during the annual Memory of Hank deDiego Zumba for Autism.
Presentation to outline affordable housing in South County
"No Place Like Home," a presentation about affordable housing in South County, will be held Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. at the Watsonville Civic Plaza Community Room, 275 Main St., fourth floor.
Queer Youth Leadership Awards set for Saturday
It has been almost three decades since local organizers launched the Queer Youth Leadership Awards, an event created to highlight young people whose work...