Good morning! It’s June 12 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Low clouds and fog may break in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will see low clouds and fog, then perhaps some sun. The high will be 73 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is high (8/11).
Watsonville / Pajaro news
Fans attend a free “The Lost Boys” beach screening in Santa Cruz. UCSC move-out triggers a campus scavenger hunt. Officials warn of dangerous beach conditions. Weekend events feature mixers, concerts and Juneteenth celebrations.
‘Tis the season for … dumpster diving? How students take advantage of the items left behind during UCSC’s move-out week
By Caly Plowman and William S. Woodhams
Jun 12, 2026
Santa Cruz County first responders, National Weather Service warn of beach hazards amid back-to-back rescues
By Hillary Ojeda
Jun 11, 2026
Best of Santa Cruz County entertainment, arts & food events this weekend, June 11-14
By Lookout Santa Cruz Staff
Jun 11, 2026
What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ food inspections ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Encompass Sí Se Puede Behavioral Health Center Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
We welcome you to celebrate this exciting milestone as we prepare to open our doors to clients this summer. It’s time to celebrate! You’re invited to …
At 161 Miles Lane on June 12
United Way: FIFA World Cup Activation
United Way presents FIFA World Cup Activations at Watsonville Youth Center with fun-filled activities! See below for each event detail: June 12 | FC …
At Watsonville Youth Center on June 12
Watsonville Youth Center: PlayStation FC26 Tournament
Join us for the in-person FC26 tournament at Watsonville Youth Center, where the top teams will clash for championship glory and prizes. Register by J…
At Watsonville Youth Center on June 12
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A lane on westbound Highway 152 at Clifford Drive/Ohlone Parkway is closed for asphalt paving. The closure is expected to last until July 3.
Restaurant inspections
County officials regularly inspect food facilities to ensure compliance with state laws. Here, Lookout Santa Cruz reports both those who have passed the inspections and those that the county deems to have a “major” issue. The county’s full ongoing report can be accessed here.
- Safeway #2840 at 2010 Freedom Blvd., Freedom, was cited for high-risk violations of unapproved food sources or contaminated food and low-risk violations of inadequate washing of utensils or equipment during a county health inspection on June 10. A reinspection will be required at a later date to confirm the issues are addressed.
Community crime report
- A juvenile stole $400 from her mother and left home. The incident happened near the 500 block of Main Street, Watsonville. It was reported at noon on June 10. (source)
- A person was arrested for driving with a suspended license due to a previous DUI. The incident happened near the 1500 block of Freedom Boulevard, Watsonville, at midnight on June 11. The person was cited and released at the scene. The case is closed. (source)
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