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Man on bridge halts Highway 1 traffic

A man threatening suicide from the Capitola Avenue bridge over Highway 1 led to the closure of Highway 1 in both directions Wednesday at noon.

Three PVUSD schools craft interactive book

Alianza Charter School, Amesti Elementary School and Cesar Chavez Middle School have produced an interactive book that will be unveiled during a literature and art show on May 30 from 5-7 p.m. at Plaza Vigil, 23 East Beach St.

Applications due soon for youth volunteer program

Several slots are still available for teens who would like to participate in the YouthServe Summer Institute.

Big Creek Lumber & Building Materials would like to invite you to our customer appreciation day!

Big Creek Lumber & Building Materials would like to invite you to our customer appreciation day! Saturday June 2nd from 10am to 2pm at the Watsonville location-1400 W. Beach st. (831) 722-7137. The days festivities will include vendor demos, a fresh Taco Bar, drawings for prizes, great deals, and live music.

Poll workers needed for the June election

Positions are still available for people who want to work in the polls on Election Day, Tuesday, June 5.

PHOTO: Honoring the fallen

Bag piper Mick Bench took part in a Memorial Day ceremony at the Evergreen Cemetery in Santa Cruz today.

Boardwalk unveils summer lineup

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk outlined its summer offerings during a preview event for its 111th season on May 24 in the Cocoanut Grove.

Large crowds gather for annual Lumberjack Breakfast

The 59th annual Lumberjack Breakfast was held this morning at the Corralitos Community Center.

PHOTO: Surfer dies near Pleasure Point

Man found near East Cliff Drive.

Local students learn about strawberry growing

MacQuiddy Elementary students were given a special treat Friday when local farmer Javier Zamora visited during lunch break to teach them about strawberries.
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Proposition 50 starts strong, with 64% of the statewide vote

This story has been updated with new results and with a statement from the Santa Cruz County Republican party chair. Statewide voting results Wednesday morning...