Good morning! It’s May 15 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Partly sunny in Bonny Doon / Davenport

Today will see some low clouds early, then mostly sunny. The high will be 67 with a low of 52. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is extreme (11/11).


Top news from nearby

UCSC faculty oppose cutting all Arabic courses and language programs, citing cultural harm; administrators blame budget constraints and low enrollment.

Group of UCSC faculty fights to restore language programs, prevent pending cuts

Group of UCSC faculty fights to restore language programs, prevent pending cuts

By Hillary Ojeda

May 15, 2026


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Things to do in Bonny Doon / Davenport

Guided Coastal Walk at Wilder Ranch
Guided Coastal Walk at Wilder Ranch

On this 2.5-mile family-friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed-toe shoes, layer…

At Wilder Ranch State Park on May 16
Repeats 3 more times until June 6

Wilder Ranch State Park: Guided Coastal Nature Walk
Wilder Ranch State Park: Guided Coastal Nature Walk

On this 2.5-mile, two-hour family-friendly walk, you will explore the plants, animals, and geology of the Santa Cruz County coastal bluffs. Bring water,…

At Wilder Ranch State Park on May 16

Wilder Ranch State Park - Ranch History Tour
Wilder Ranch State Park – Ranch History Tour

Want to learn about the rich dairy history of Wilder Ranch State Park? Dreamt of peeking inside our beautiful Victorian homes and barns? Join us weekl…

At Wilder Ranch State Park on May 16
Repeats 51 more times until November 15


Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region

  • There is one-way traffic on Highway 9 at Cascade Avenue in Brookdale because of ongoing work. This is expected to last until Aug. 31.
     

No crimes to report today

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