Santa Cruz County’s move into the orange tier of COVID-19 restrictions on Wednesday allowed for various businesses to reopen — including the beloved Yoga studios.
Lookout Santa Cruz Staff
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Offseason Boulder Creek wildfire, dubbed ‘Fossil Fire,’ is contained after air support brought in
Cal Fire crews contained a wildfire approaching five acres in size in Boulder Creek Wednesday evening as the mercury soared above 80 degrees for the first time in months.
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Santa Cruz mayor responds after Seabright residents sound off about ‘outdoor living ordinance’
As news has spread throughout Santa Cruz about how the industrial zoning of the Seabright neighborhood could make it a camping destination for unsheltered people, many who live there are speaking out — most with harsh words for the city council. Now, Mayor Donna Meyers is responding.
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Monterey Bay Aquarium releases reopening plan, day after Boardwalk news
The aquarium will reopen May 15 with masks required and limited capacity. Some play areas, scheduled feedings, and other activities that would encourage congregation will remain closed.
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Police reveal new details about manhunt that shut down downtown Santa Cruz neighborhoods Tuesday
A 38-year-old man is in custody on a slew of charges after a manhunt in downtown Santa Cruz on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the county sheriff is investigating an unrelated homicide in Watsonville.
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A loud sign of orange: Giant Dipper screams will return as Boardwalk rides reopen Thursday
California COVID-19 safety guidelines must be followed, all guests will be required to wear a face covering and some rides will be closed. But the amusement park’s reopening is the latest sign of reopening.
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Small plane crashes near Pajaro Valley High School after striking power lines
A single-engine plane crashed near Watsonville on Sunday afternoon shortly after taking off from the city’s airport, but no serious injuries were reported.
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Nursing home workers rally to seek higher wages, better treatment, citing workload during the pandemic
The key event here was outside Heart & Hands Santa Cruz, where SEIU Local `15 said it has been trying to negotiate a contract with the long-term care facility’s ownership for three years.
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Traveling Highway 9 this week? Be ready for roadwork
The state highway will be closed overnight in parts of Ben Lomond starting Tuesday night. Here’s what you need to know.
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PHOTO CONTEST: Share your best Santa Cruz sunset snap for a chance to win a Lookout T-shirt
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
