Oakland Raiders cornerback Sean Smith faces assault charge
The 30-year-old Smith is scheduled to be arraigned next month on assault and battery charges, according to the Los Angeles County district attorney's office.
Nurse pleads not guilty
The Tuscon, Ariz. nurse accused of sexually abusing children pleaded not guilty in Santa Cruz County Superior on Monday.
Raiders RB Marshawn Lynch avoids questions about anthem
Not long after the Raiders broke camp following their final practice, Lynch spoke briefly about his charity work in Oakland including an upcoming backpack giveaway for needy children, a business forum for youths he recently held and his thoughts on playing in the Coliseum this week.
PHOTO: A hard day’s work
A field worker realigns an irrigation system on a farm along San Andreas Road.
Bilicich to seek Supervisor seat
When Nancy Bilicich completes her second full stint in November as Watsonville City Councilwoman, she will “term out,” and cannot run for the seat again. But she said she will not be ready to leave politics.
PHOTO: Classes resume at Pajaro Valley Unified School District
More than 1,400 students returned to Pajaro Valley High School for the first day of school Wednesday, along with nearly 19,000 of their peers across Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
Great America introduces prototype coaster
California's Great America introduced its newest roller coaster, RailBlazer, during an unveiling event Wednesday morning.
Monterey Bay Caterers celebrates 35 years
Nestled in a light-industrial district on West Lake Avenue lies Monterey Bay Caterers, a business with a small breakfast-and-lunch cafe and a bustling catering business.
Casserly Road Bridge nears completion
Nearly two months after beginning work on the Casserly Road Bridge, the Santa Cruz County Department of Public Works was putting the final touches on the restoration project and expected it to be open later Tuesday.
School projects wrapping up
As the Aug. 16 start day approaches, schools across Pajaro Valley Unified School District are girding themselves for the onslaught of students fresh from their summer break.
Police seeking 12-year-old couple on lam
Watsonville police Saturday were looking for a 12-year-old girl who took her mothers car and went on the run with her 12-year-old boyfriend, and...




















