Good morning! It’s Oct. 5 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Mostly sunny in Eastside / Live Oak
Today will be mostly sunny. The high will be 85 with a low of 59.
Eastside / Live Oak news
Santa Cruz mayoral candidates Ami Chen Mills and Ryan Coonerty reject disputed Joby Aviation and ICE claims. Open Studios returns with 350 artists and a new planning app. Jose Garcia named interim police chief, starting Oct. 31.
Step inside: The magic of Santa Cruz County Open Studios
By Jody K. Biehl and Kevin Painchaud
Oct 4, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in Eastside / Live Oak
Enhancing Energy, Increasing Vitality – Bodywork & Self-care Exercises
Inviting you to let go of tension, balance your nervous system …
At Hummingbird Valley Retreat Center on Oct. 5
Community crime report
- A person entered a home without permission and stole utility services. This happened near the 1200 block of North Branciforte Avenue in Santa Cruz at 10 a.m. on Sept. 29. (source)
- A person was arrested for an outstanding warrant related to having illegal drugs. The arrest happened near the 100 block of Dakota Avenue, Santa Cruz, at 10 a.m. on Oct. 1. (source)
- A man was arrested on a warrant for having illegal drug paraphernalia and for not showing up to court for a previous drug possession charge. The incident happened near East Cliff Drive and 3rd Avenue in Santa Cruz at 5 p.m. on Sept. 30. (source)
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