The latest news on government and politics, with a focus on how Santa Cruzans can take action.
IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST
Lookout Santa Cruz staff brings you the latest updates from the world of Santa Cruz County governments in our weekly newsletter, In the Public Interest.
Sign up for In the Public Interest
Get the latest updates from the world of Santa Cruz County governments. Dig into the people, politics and policies reshaping our community, with stories focused on the issues that matter most to you.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MORE POLITICS & POLICY NEWS
Gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton has harsh criticisms, sweeping fixes for California schools
As governor, Steve Hilton, the former Fox News host, would turn to voters, if necessary, for school vouchers, end teacher tenure and institute a cellphone ban for kids under age 14.
Insurers say they’re starting to write new California homeowner policies, but how many?
Insurance companies are starting to write new policies in California again after years of holding back as wildfire risk climbed higher. The state Insurance Department says that means new regulations, intended…
Eight waste streams and one free Saturday – why does Santa Cruz County make legal junk disposal so hard?
Santa Cruz County wants residents to dispose of waste responsibly, but the system can make that surprisingly difficult, writes Steve Smith, who experienced these problems firsthand. A simple garage cleanout can…
Watsonville City Council to revisit Flock Safety contract one year after renewal, amid growing community concerns
The Watsonville City Council on Tuesday is scheduled to revisit its contract with Atlanta-based tech company Flock Safety. Councilmember Ari Parker suggested bringing the issue back for a public discussion after…
Capitola must fix the Stockton Avenue Bridge — and explain how maintenance fell through the cracks
For years, Caltrans inspection reports flagged maintenance needs for Capitola’s Stockton Avenue Bridge. Yet those recommendations apparently never came before the city council. Now, taxpayers face hundreds of thousands of dollars…
El Concejo Municipal de Watsonville volverá a analizar el contrato con Flock Safety un año después de su renovación
El Concejo Municipal de Watsonville tiene previsto volver a analizar el martes su contrato con la empresa tecnológica Flock Safety, con sede en Atlanta. La concejal Ari Parker propuso retomar el…
Newsom cites pension crisis as he vetoes bill to enhance retirement for police and firefighters
Gov. Gavin Newsom rejected a bill to lower the retirement age and sweeten pension perks for police and firefighters despite overwhelming support in the Legislature.
Something went wrong. Please refresh the page and/or try again.