Sharks lock up key cogs Vlasic, Jones with long-term deals
The Sharks signed shutdown defenseman Marc-Edouard Vlasic to a $56 million, eight-year contract and goalie Martin Jones to a $34.5 million, six-year deal. Both players had one year remaining on their contracts and got modified no-trade clauses.
NBA Free Agency: Warriors re-up Shaun Livingston for 3/$24M
A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that the Golden State Warriors have agreed to a three-year, $24 million deal with backup guard Shaun Livingston.
Stunts dazzle school kids
School kids at Radcliff Elementary School were given a special treat Thursday by two world-class BMX stunt bicyclists who performed a stunning array of bike tricks that brought on waves of excited applause.
A playful gesture
On Thursday morning, a large delivery truck made its way into Watsonville’s industrial zone and prepared to unload. While not an uncommon site in the area, the truck’s contents were unique.
Police: Don’t let your Fourth be a bust
Police and fire officials in Watsonville and Santa Cruz are warning that Fourth of July revelers who celebrate with illegal fireworks are risking serious fines.
Watsonville commits to Paris Agreement
Watsonville joined thousands of cities across the globe in support of the Paris Agreement weeks after President Donald Trump announced the United States will be pulling out of the accord.
Missing woman found safe
A woman who was reported missing earlier Wednesday was found hours later.
Woman reported missing
A 19-year-old woman was reported missing out of Watsonville on Wednesday.
Lunch program in full swing
In a small courtyard at 521 Main St., as kids play, color and blow bubbles, a group of diligent volunteers sits behind a plastic table handing out free lunches to kids in need.
County supervisors reject challenge to Aptos Village Project
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday unanimously declined to hear an appeal of the ongoing Aptos Village Project, ending the latest salvo by a group that has long opposed it.
Supervisors to weigh emergency tax measure
In a special meeting Tuesday, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors will consider declaring a state of fiscal distress and asking voters to...





















