Good morning! It’s August 5 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Areas of low clouds, then sun in Aptos
Today will be areas of low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and delightful. The high will be 73 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Mostly cloudy now, changing to mostly sunny at 2 p.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant this weekend
Top news from nearby
A new database reveals 21 police misconduct cases in Santa Cruz County, highlighting excessive force and officer misconduct on and off duty.
New California database reveals at least 21 police misconduct cases in Santa Cruz County
By Tania Ortiz
Aug 5, 2025
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Things to do in Aptos
Breathwork & Meditation with Horses
Offered in the calming presence of free-roaming horses, this class invites you to return to your breath and settle into stillness. Guided breathwork t…
At BEYOND Liberty on August 5
Repeats 15 more times until November 18
Resistance Training for Peri/Post Menopause
Led by Dr. Michelle Bean, Chiropractor and Functional Medicine Specialist: This session incorporates functional movements, weight-bearing exercises, a…
At SoulCare Studios on August 5
Repeats 4 more times until August 19
Aptos Youth Chess Club
Come and play chess, one of the world’s oldest and most popular games, against other kids! One-hour meetings include 15 minutes of instruction by ches…
At Aptos Branch Library on August 5
Repeats 14 more times until November 18
Holistic Chamber of Commerce Meeting
Join the Holistic Chamber of Commerce meeting for networking with other holistic practitioners hosted at SoulCare Studios in Aptos Village.
At SoulCare Studios on August 6
Property development
- The Santa Cruz County Planning Department has officially approved a zoning application for a new vacation rental at 635 Beach Drive, Aptos, as of July 30. This project involves converting an existing single-family home into a three-bedroom vacation rental, with each rental period capped at thirty days. Located approximately 525 feet southeast of the intersection of Rio del Mar and Beach Drive, the property required a vacation rental permit under Santa Cruz County Code section 13.10.694. Public comments were accepted until July 17, and the decision was made shortly thereafter. Residents wishing to appeal the decision have a two-week window to do so. Any concerns regarding the vacation rental can be directed to the emergency contact, O’Neal Vacation Rentals, as listed in the application. (view application)
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A defective traffic signal was reported early this morning at the intersection of Highway 1 North and Park in Capitola/Soquel. The issue was logged at 5:33 a.m. and reported to NETCOM shortly after.
- South Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel is facing closures for roadway excavation. The closure will last until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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