Good morning! It’s August 5 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Areas of low clouds, then sun in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will be areas of low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and nice. The high will be 73 with a low of 52. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Mostly cloudy now, changing to mostly sunny at 2 p.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant Saturday
Top news from nearby
A new database reveals 21 police misconduct cases in Santa Cruz County, highlighting excessive force and officer misconduct on and off duty.
New California database reveals at least 21 police misconduct cases in Santa Cruz County
By Tania Ortiz
Aug 5, 2025
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What’s new around you
▼︎ new businesses ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
National Night Out
Every year, millions of neighbors participate in National Night Out across thousands of communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, and military…
At Gene Hoularis & Waldo Rodriguez Youth Center on August 5
College Lake Project Ribbon Cutting Celebration
Come celebrate the grand opening of the College Lake Project with a fun ribbon cutting ceremony!
At on August 8
New local businesses
- A new business named TAQUERIA LOS PERICOS AND GRILL was registered at 200 Lee Rd, Watsonville CA 95076 on July 30. The business was registered by Jose De Jesus Ruiz Gutierrez as an individual business.
- A new business named JUSO DESIGN was registered at 12 Pima St., Watsonville CA 95076 on July 31. The business was registered by Valerie Montes as an individual business.
- A new business named COXALA GARDENING was registered at 1110 Lincoln St., Watsonville CA 95076 on August 1. The business was registered by Jose Francisco Garcia Rivera as an individual business.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- A defective traffic signal was reported early this morning at the intersection of Highway 1 North and Park in Capitola/Soquel. The issue was logged at 5:33 a.m. and reported to NETCOM shortly after.
- South Highway 1 in Capitola/Soquel is facing closures for roadway excavation. The closure will last until 6:30 a.m. on August 29.
Farmers’ market today
El Mercado is a weekly farmers’ market aiming to decrease food insecurity and improve access to health-promoting resources for Pajaro Valley families. This wellness-focused market offers health services such as diabetes screening in addition to fresh fruits and vegetables.
Tuesday 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 61 Crestview Dr., Watsonville, April through October Read more
No crimes to report today
We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.
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