The city council is set to consider a strategy to temper new Downtown Santa Cruz building heights and support ...

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Soda companies have spent about $1,235,000 on the No on Measure Z campaign. Santa Cruz Local fact checks claims from both ...

In 2019, a related organization filed a lawsuit against Encompass Community Services alleging financial mismanagement. They ...

A mix of tax breaks, fee waivers and other incentives could invigorate the potential Capitola Mall redevelopment, a ...

Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County has agreed to pay nearly $1 million to a firefighter who alleged that his ...

The guide has taken the top issues brought forth by the voters, and compressed months of interviews and research into a user-friendly format. Find side-by-side comparisons on issues like roads, ...

On Nov. 5, voters in Lakeside Joint School District will consider extending a $647 annual parcel tax with Measure HH. Stay informed with upcoming decisions in local government and how to participate.

Trustee Areas 2, 3 and 6 in the Pajaro Valley Unified School District are up for election on Nov. 5. Stay informed with upcoming decisions in local government and how to participate. I am the current ...

En Watsonville y el Valle de Pajaro hay algunos recursos y se puede solicitar ayuda para la renta y para buscar vivienda.