Good morning! It’s June 5 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Low clouds, then sunshine in Aptos

Today will be cool with low clouds giving way to sunshine. The high will be 64 with a low of 54. Cloudy now, changing to mostly sunny at 2 p.m.

9 am

57°

Cloudy

11 am

59°

1 pm

62°

3 pm

64°

Mostly sunny

5 pm

62°

7 pm

59°


Aptos news

A house fire in Aptos’ Seascape area killed a man late Tuesday. Despite a quick response, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The cause is under investigation, with arson investigators involved.

Aptos house fire leaves one man dead

Aptos house fire leaves one man dead

By Chimera Mohammadi

Jun 4, 2025


UC Santa Cruz

What’s new around you

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Property development

  • The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has officially approved a zoning application for a project at 960 Via Malibu in Aptos. This project involves the expansion and remodeling of an existing single-family home, adding 830.5 square feet to the first floor. This addition will increase the total living area from 1,732.34 square feet to 2,577.6 square feet while maintaining the current three-bedroom, two-bathroom layout. The expansion aims to enhance the overall living space and includes updates to the on-site landscaping to improve both aesthetic and functional aspects of the property. Situated on a 9,278.28 square foot lot, the proposed changes will result in a lot coverage of 35.5%, which complies with zoning regulations. Due to its location within a coastal zone, the project requires an Administrative Coastal Development Permit. Residents are encouraged to submit public comments on the application until May 30, with a decision anticipated on or after June 2. Appeals can be filed within two weeks following the decision. (view application)
     

Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region

  • The southbound lanes of Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel are facing closures for road excavation. This closure will continue until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
     

Things to do in Aptos

Tai Chi in the Library
Tai Chi in the Library

Are you ready to experience the ancient art of Tai Chi amidst the serene ambiance of your local library? What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi is a gentle, flowing…

At Aptos Branch Library on June 5
Repeats 22 more times until November 6

Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style
Mah Jongg Club – Hong Kong Style

Welcome players of all levels – the experienced and the newly curious! Connect with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts and build a supportive community. Share…

At Aptos Branch Library on June 5
Repeats 22 more times until November 6

First Friday Block Party
First Friday Block Party

SoulCare Studios, Where Wellness Meets Soul, is thrilled to bring First Friday to Aptos. On June 6th we will be honoring fathers, biological or meanin…

At SoulCare Studios on June 6

Farmers Market Aptos
Farmers Market Aptos

School’s out, or will be soon. That’s a chance to take the kids out to the Farmers Market in your area. Or try one in a different part of our beautifu…

At Cabrillo College Aptos Campus on June 7
Repeats once more on July 5


No crimes to report today

We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.