Local Conservation Corps members head to Puerto Rico
A group of 12 young California Conservation Corps (CCC) members stood together in front of their future headquarters on Aviation Way in Watsonville on Wednesday, swearing an oath to do their jobs to the best of their ability.
New Santa Cruz Police chief starts job
Santa Cruz Police Department’s new chief started his job Monday, taking the reins of a department he said has been well-managed and appears to be “in good shape.”
Charter school denied for second time
The Santa Cruz County Office of Education Board of Trustees on Thursday evening denied a charter petition for Watsonville Prep, dashing the hopes for the school's second attempt to open in Watsonville.
Standoff shuts down Clifford Avenue
Police have shut down Clifford Avenue between Claremont and Melrose avenues Friday morning to make way for a stand off that is currently in progress.
Maddy's alleged killer to be tried as adult
Adrian Jere Gonzalez, who is accused off raping and murdering 8-year-old Madyson "Maddy" Middleton in 2015, will be tried as an adult, a Santa Cruz County Superior Court judge ruled Tuesday.
Toys for Tots launches annual drive
The Santa Cruz County Toys for Tots program was born from the rubble and ashes of the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake.
Aptos Village work progressing
Construction of the Aptos Village Project is progressing as planned, with structural work on the Hihn Apple Barn completed earlier this month.
Daisy Auxiliary marks 50 years
Since its founding 50 years ago, the Daisy Auxiliary has raised more than $1.5 million for Family Service Agency of the Central Coast.
Three arrested on gun, drug charges
Three suspected gang members were arrested last week after police reportedly found drugs and a loaded revolver at their residence.
Community celebrates Mexican Independence Day
Thousands of people gathered in downtown Watsonville Sunday for the annual Mexican Independence Day Festival.
Hosted by Fiestas Patrias, the free event featured a wealth...
