Good morning! It’s June 20 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Clouds giving way to sun in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will be clouds giving way to sun. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 74 with a low of 45. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is extreme (11/11). Cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 9 a.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant this weekend
Watsonville / Pajaro news
PVUSD formed an oversight committee for Measure M funds. Watsonville police criticized for handcuff use. Ella’s at the Airport closed. Music in the Plaza starts Friday. Watsonville PD seeks cadet applicants. Officials support immigrants amid federal raids.
Watsonville police overuse handcuffs, detentions for minor crimes, county watchdog says
By Tania Ortiz
Jun 20, 2025
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▼︎ police incidents
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Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- The southbound lanes of Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel are facing closures for roadway excavation. The closure is expected to end at 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
Community crime report
- An 18-year-old was arrested for providing a false name, resisting arrest, and possessing unlawful paraphernalia and a controlled substance. This happened near the 200 block in Watsonville at 10 p.m. on June 18. (source)
- A person was arrested for shoplifting, trespassing, and petty theft with prior convictions. This happened near the 200 block of Freedom Blvd. in Watsonville at 3 p.m. on June 18. (source)
- A person was arrested for having illegal items and outstanding warrants. This happened near the 200 block in Watsonville at 8 a.m. on June 18. (source)
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