A study from a California-based law firm has ranked Santa Cruz the sixth-most-dangerous city in the state for cyclists. Active transportation advocates and professionals, despite not being intimately familiar with the study, say that the ranking reflects persistent gaps in bike infrastructure, even as safety improvements move forward.
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‘No Kings’ rallies Saturday in Santa Cruz County: Where to go and how to vote early
Political organizers across Santa Cruz County are hoping to draw large crowds this weekend for a fourth round of “No Kings” protests that will focus on getting people to vote in the November midterm elections.
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Where to study, read and unwind at UC Santa Cruz: Students share their favorite campus spots
Looking for a place to study, read or take a break at UC Santa Cruz? Students share their favorite campus spots, from quiet libraries and scenic meadows to a hidden hideaway under a bridge near McHenry Library.
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Lookout PM: Latest math, reading scores for county students; this weekend’s events, local puppy wins national Purina contest
Welcome to Thursday night’s Lookout PM.
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Santa Cruz County students make small gains in math and reading, but trail state averages and pre-pandemic levels
Santa Cruz County students made small gains in math and English language arts in California standardized testing this year, but scores remain below statewide averages and pre-pandemic levels.
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New California test scores show most students don’t meet standards in math, English or science
California’s 2026 test scores follow a familiar trend: incremental improvement from the prior year, with the majority of students behind grade-level standards.
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Trump administration sues California to block state from counting alleged noncitizen mail-in ballots
The Trump administration sued California election officials Thursday, asking a judge to bar the state from counting mail-in ballots for next month’s midterm elections from people the federal government has identified as “likely” noncitizens until their status can be confirmed.
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Watsonville / Pajaro Neighborhood Newsletter for Thursday, Oct. 15
Wednesday news for Watsonville and Pajaro.
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Bonny Doon / Davenport Neighborhood Newsletter for Thursday, Oct. 15
Thursday news for Bonny Doon and Davenport.
