Good morning! It’s July 28 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny in Westside / Downtown
Today will be some low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and pleasant; watch for and avoid life-threatening rip currents. The high will be 77 with a low of 56. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (10/11). Partly cloudy now, changing to partly sunny at 7 a.m.
Looking ahead: Partly sunny this weekend
Westside / Downtown news
Hundreds gathered at UC Santa Cruz’s Quarry Amphitheater for an emotional memorial honoring musician Oliver Tree, celebrating his global influence and Santa Cruz roots with music, comedy, and heartfelt tributes.
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What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ new businesses ▼︎ events
Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in Westside / Downtown
Wahine Beginning Class: Te Hau Nui School of Hula and Tahitian Dance
At The 418 Project on July 28
Repeats 37 more times until April 13
POKEMON ART CONTEST FOR KIDS!
It’s time to get those crayons sharpened, paints mixed and markers at the ready for our Summer 2026 Pokémon Art Contest for kids 5-12!
At Comicopolis on July 28
Repeats 3 more times until July 31
New local businesses
- A new business named WALTZ BEHAVIOR GROUP was registered at 231 Oregon Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 on July 21. The business was registered by Access Educational Solutions LLC as a Limited Liability Company.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- There is one-way traffic on Highway 9 at Cascade Avenue in San Lorenzo Valley because of ongoing work. This closure will last until August 31.
- There are alternating lane closures on both northbound and southbound Highway 9 at Pool Drive in San Lorenzo Valley because of bridge work. This will continue until April 30, 2027, at 6:59 a.m.
Community crime report
- Police investigated a domestic violence incident involving a man and a woman. The man was found and arrested for injuring someone he has a relationship with, holding them against their will, and having illegal paraphernalia. This happened near the 100 Block of Grant St., Santa Cruz at 7 p.m. on July 25. (source)
- A man was arrested on charges of physically injuring someone he has a close relationship with, which is a serious crime. The incident happened near the 100 Block of Grant St., Santa Cruz, at 7 p.m. on July 25. (source)
- A man was arrested on charges of breaking into a home (first-degree burglary, which is a serious crime). The incident happened near the 200 Block of Walnut Ave., Santa Cruz. It took place at 8 a.m. on July 26. (source)
- A person was arrested on charges of having illegal drug paraphernalia and for battery against a spouse or dating partner. The incident happened near the 100 Block of Center St., Santa Cruz, at 9 a.m. on July 24. (source)
- A report was filed for a serious physical assault and disorderly conduct involving alcohol. The incident happened near the 1100 Block of Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, at 2 a.m. on July 25. (source)
- A man was arrested on charges of hitting someone, being drunk in public, and trespassing. The incident happened near the 100 Block of W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, at midnight on July 26. He was taken to the recovery center. (source)
- A man was arrested on several offenses, including not showing up for a felony court date, resisting police, having illegal drugs, and having warrants from other places. The incident happened near the 400 Block of River St., Santa Cruz, at 1 p.m. on July 24. (source)
- A man was arrested for a serious out-of-county warrant. The incident happened near the 100 Block of Grandview St., Santa Cruz, at 1 a.m. on July 25. (source)
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