Is Christian nationlaism reshaping government policy?
The Establishment Clause is the first of two religion clauses in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion.”
This clause forbids our government from establishing an official religion, and also prohibits government actions that unduly...
Nourishing Each Other in a Time of Insecurity
Many in our community are feeling insecure right now. The effects of federal policy changes under H.R.1 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act) are hitting home in very real ways. There have already been drastic funding cuts and eligibility restrictions for CalFresh and Medi-Cal. And...
Mayor’s monthly update: Watsonville Municipal Airport inspiring curiosity and creating opportunities
Watsonville Municipal Airport is one of our community’s most unique assets.
While many people may think of airports simply as places where aircraft take off and land, our airport has become so much more. Today, it serves as a hub for education, innovation, community engagement,...
May 17, under the eucalyptus trees
Editor’s note: this op-ed is from Sarah Weaver, a resident of the homeless encampment on Airport Boulevard that was cleared this week. She wrote it the day before police were expected to enforce a removal order by the property owner.
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The anxiety and fear of...
Man arrested after Highway 1 road rage incident
A road rage incident ended with one man being arrested after he struck a bicyclist with his car.
Patrol Officers responded to the area of...
