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A Lookout View: Ryan Coonerty for Santa Cruz mayor
Santa Cruz is at a pivotal moment of change, and its next mayor will need experience, political savvy and a clear vision for the city’s future. The Lookout Editorial Board endorses…
Dozens of California dams need repair as El Niño winter draws closer
As El Niño nears, California found 57 dams in poor or unsatisfactory condition, and regulators have never yet penalized an owner.
A Lookout View: How we choose our 2026 election endorsements
What the Lookout Editorial Board looks for in candidates, how we evaluate them and why we believe endorsements matter.
If you are a progressive, vote yes on Prop 3 and Prop 40, and no on the billionaire-backed decoys
California voters face a complicated set of tax initiatives, with major implications for healthcare, public services and the state’s ability to raise revenue. Progressive economist Richard McGahey urges voters to support…
Medida E del condado de Santa Cruz: lo que hay que saber sobre el aumento temporal propuesto de medio centavo en el impuesto sobre las ventas
La Medida E del condado de Santa Cruz impondría un aumento de medio centavo en el impuesto sobre las ventas durante cinco años. Se espera que genere aproximadamente 27 millones de…
Soquel Union Elementary school board race pits incumbent Ariel Gray against newcomer Andrea Locke
Incumbent Ariel Gray is seeking reelection against newcomer Andrea Locke for the Trustee Area 4 seat on the Soquel Union Elementary School District governing board. The district serves about 1,520 students…
A Lookout View: Casey Clark and Nancy Bilicich for Watsonville City Council
Watsonville faces major challenges, from housing and aging infrastructure to flood protection and public safety. The Lookout Editorial Board endorses Casey Clark in District 5 for his pragmatic approach, city experience…
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