The former California governor posted a video on Thursday asking the people of Russia to dispel lies about the war in Ukraine.
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7.3 earthquake strikes off Japan; no tsunami expected in Santa Cruz
A local tsunami warning was issued after magnitude 7.3 earthquake was reported 41 miles from Namie, Japan, on Wednesday. According to the National Weather Service, no tsunami was expected for the U.S. West Coast.
Morning Lookout: Asking ‘What is Erotic?’, more Flashbirds and steamed at Facebook
Good morning, friends! Today is Wednesday, March 16, and we’ve got another mostly sunny day ahead here in Santa Cruz County, with highs approaching 70. With the pandemic seemingly on the wane, one local organization is bringing back its variety show in a big way, as Wallace Baine explains in a preview of “What is […]
Ukraine’s Zelensky makes urgent appeal to Congress for more supplies to fight Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wants the U.S. to send more financial aid, impose stiffer sanctions on Russia, and help arm and defend Ukraine.
Morning Lookout: Housing project’s twists and turns; Pellerin calls her own number
Well hello there, Santa Cruz County! It’s Tuesday, March 15, and our forecast calls for patchy drizzle this morning to give way to some sunshine and temps in the mid- to upper 60s by afternoon. If your plans are taking you over Highway 17 and back the next few days, you might want to build […]
Escalating war in Ukraine raises the stakes for China’s balancing act with Russia
China faces growing economic and geopolitical risks from the intensifying war in Ukraine as it attempts to preserve its relationship with Russia without alienating the West.
Why California gas prices are so high and vary so widely: ‘Mystery surcharge’ and more
Gas prices seem to have little logic, especially since Russia invaded Ukraine. Culprits? A combination of market forces, the “mystery gas surcharge” and more.
Morning Lookout: County’s priciest rentals, skyrocketing studios and raising local meat
Good morning, Lookout friends! Today is Monday, March 14, and Santa Cruz County has a mostly sunny day ahead, with highs in the mid- to upper 60s. It’s a new week, and Lookout has a bunch of new stories for you this morning: Grace Stetson checks out some of our county’s priciest rentals — including […]

