Gun range burglarized; SWAT team on scene
At least two dozen police officers, including a SWAT team, are on scene at a gun range after reports that the business was burglarized early Wednesday.
Nurses aim to lower costs at hospital
If a group of Watsonville healthcare workers has its way, voters will approve a ballot initiative that would limit the amount that Watsonville Community Hospital (WCH) can charge its patients.
Man shot, killed in Santa Cruz
A man was killed Monday night in Santa Cruz after he was shot multiple times at the San Lorenzo River levee.
Aptos Chamber announces annual award recipients
The Aptos Chamber of Commerce announced the recipients of its annual awards.
Connecting with youth
Beginning Thursday, various locations throughout the city will hold the sixth annual Watsonville Film Festival, and on Saturday, it will host a world premiere event.
Sheriff’s office ups patrol at two Santa Cruz locations
The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrol in two places in Santa Cruz, in response to a recent increase in issues such as drug use and vehicle burglaries, SCSO Sgt. Chris Clark said Monday.
A day on the farm
During Open Farm Tours on Sunday, 10 family farms open their doors to the public to give them a glimpse of a world normally closed to the public.
Coffman-Gomez to run for Assembly
Watsonville City Councilwoman Trina Coffman-Gomez on Friday announced her plans to run for the 30th District seat on the California State Assembly.
Officials to address city’s state
City officials will present the latest in Watsonville when the State of the City address returns for its second year on Wednesday.
Watsonville man killed in Hwy. 152 crash
A 19-year-old Watsonville man was killed Wednesday night after crashing his vehicle on Highway 152
A look back at Gold Country in the Sierra Foothills
Since I was born in Columbia in the Sierra foothills, I’ve returned there a number of times to soak in some of the history...






















