Good morning! It’s Oct. 7 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Warm in Watsonville / Pajaro
Today will be warmer with clouds giving way to sun. The high will be 92 with a low of 56.
Watsonville / Pajaro news
Pajaro Valley Unified Superintendent Heather Contreras will be hired by San Luis Coastal Unified School District. How local Starbucks closures are landing in an area favoring independent coffee shops.
San Luis Obispo school district to hire PVUSD Superintendent Heather Contreras
By Hillary Ojeda
Oct 6, 2026
As Starbucks closes stores, what does it mean in a city built around independent coffee?
By Kate Lipsky
Oct 7, 2026
What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Watsonville / Pajaro
Community crime report
- A person was arrested for firing a gun in public and faces several other gun-related charges, including being a felon in possession of a firearm, having ammunition while prohibited, and being under the influence of a controlled substance while having a gun. The incident happened near the 200 block of Green Meadow Drive in Watsonville at 9 p.m. on Oct. 5. (source)
- A robbery and conspiracy to commit a crime happened near the 200 block of Carr Street, Watsonville. The incident took place at 1 p.m. on Oct. 5. A person was robbed of their chain, and police are still working to identify the suspect. (source)
- A person was arrested for trying to run from police and having illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia. The incident happened near the 100 block of Front Street in Watsonville at 7 p.m. on Oct. 5. The person was cited and released at the police department. (source)
- A person was arrested for shoplifting from a retail store. The incident happened near the 1400 block of Main Street, Watsonville, at noon on Oct. 5. (source)
- A person was arrested for a misdemeanor bench warrant at McDonald’s. The incident happened near the 100 block of Main Street, Watsonville, at 7 a.m. on Oct. 5. The person was cited and released. (source)
Disclosure: Traffic incidents and police incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.