Raiders sign WR Jordy Nelson, release Michael Crabtree
His former position coach and coordinator in Green Bay, Edgar Bennett, and new Raiders coach Jon Gruden immediately called to bring him out for a free-agent visit. Quarterback Derek Carr picked him up at the airport and gave him a tour of the Bay Area.
New 49ers RB McKinnon excited for chance to be featured back
San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan saw enough from his film over those years to decide he was the player they wanted to be their starting running back, giving him a four-year deal that will guarantee him nearly $12 million in 2018.
Mesa Verde Gardens seeks new location
Mesa Verde Gardens is looking for a site in Pajaro for a garden to replace the one at Pajaro Middle School.
County re-opens upgraded women’s jail
Three months after the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors approved some $300,000 to upgrade the county’s women’s jail, a group of law enforcement officials, politicians and service providers gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the facility Friday.
PV Trustees pass budget, hire new business officer
The Pajaro Valley Unified School District Board of Trustees on Wednesday approved the contract for a Chief Business Officer, a position at the financial helm of the massive district, and in charge of a $230 million budget.
The pride of their family
A few weeks ago, a parent of a student at Ohlone Elementary School decided that the kids at the school should understand the full width and breadth of the pride their parents have in them.
Durant leads undermanned Warriors past Lakers 117-106
Kevin Durant scored 26 points and the injury-plagued Warriors pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 117-106 while missing Stephen Curry on his 30th birthday and their two other All-Stars.
Job shadow program hosts 90 students
A group of Watsonville students on Wednesday got a taste of their possible futures by participating in Watsonville Rotary’s job shadowing program, which was designed to connect young people with local professionals in fields that spark their interest.
Farmers, supporters honored at luncheon
The Santa Cruz County Farm Bureau called on community members Wednesday to encourage young people to consider careers in agriculture.
Students cry: ‘Enough!’
The walkout at Watsonville High School Wednesday began at 10 a.m., when a small group of students walked through campus, shouting “Walkout!”
Mariners ‘pour’ on the points for an upset win over Palo...
The quest for a sixth Central Coast Section title continues for Aptos following another stunning win this week in the Division III playoffs.
Senior running...