Good morning! It’s Sept. 3 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Low clouds, then some sun in Eastside / Live Oak

Today will be cool with low clouds followed by some sun. The high will be 71 with a low of 57. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is high (7/11).


Top news from nearby

Felton voters approved $1.7 million annually to hire paid firefighters alongside volunteers, addressing staffing shortages and improving emergency response times in the mountain community.

Felton voters bet $1.7 million a year on a new era for the fire department

Felton voters bet $1.7 million a year on a new era for the fire department

By William S. Woodhams

Sep 3, 2026


Lookout Santa Cruz

What’s new around you

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Things to do in Eastside / Live Oak

Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band

The baddest fronch-porch blues band around, Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, is back!

At Moe’s Alley on Sept. 3

A Tribute to Pat Metheny and John Scofield -  by Joshua Cedar and Friends
A Tribute to Pat Metheny and John Scofield – by Joshua Cedar and Friends

Santa Cruz guitarist Joshua Cedar, along with acclaimed jazz musician friends, Jon Dryden (piano), Ken Okada (bass), and Jim Kassis (drums) …

At The Crepe Place on Sept. 3

Crow's Nest: Free Beach BBQ Parties and Concerts
Crow’s Nest: Free Beach BBQ Parties and Concerts

Every Thursday throughout the summer, enjoy a family-friendly party on the beach at no charge! There will be local bands and DJs performing on …

At Santa Cruz Harbor on Sept. 3

Moe's Alley Presents: The Sam Chase & The Untraditional w/ Thanks Buddy
Moe’s Alley Presents: The Sam Chase & The Untraditional w/ Thanks Buddy

Moes Alley presents The Sam Chase & The Untraditional with special guests Thanks Buddy!

At Moe’s Alley on Sept. 4


Community crime report

  • A person was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and taken to a recovery center. The incident happened near Ocean Street and Water Street, Santa Cruz, at 8 p.m. on Aug. 31. (source)
     
  • A person was given a citation for having illegal drug paraphernalia, which is a misdemeanor. The incident happened near the 1400 block of Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, at 8 a.m. on Sept. 1. (source)
     
  • A person was cited for panhandling and given a new court date for misdemeanor warrants. The incident happened near Ocean Street and Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, at 9 a.m. on Sept. 1. (source)