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Getting our housing facts straight before Santa Cruz votes
Housing is taking center stage in Santa Cruz County’s June primaries and November elections, writes housing activist and former Santa Cruz mayor Don Lane. He worries that community debates are often…
Two Republicans are fighting for California governor. Why a tie is their best strategy
Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco need to split the vote nearly evenly to lock Democrats out of the race for California governor. Their strategy? Attack each other relentlessly.
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Battery storage developer officially exploring path to state approval for Watsonville facility, a move that could bypass local laws
New Leaf Energy, the developer behind a proposed battery storage facility near Watsonville, confirmed to Lookout that it is officially exploring a path to approval from the California Energy Commission as…
A year after Moss Landing fire, proponents of new battery storage plant outside Watsonville say it would be safer; residents are skeptical
Residents who live in the area outside Watsonville where a battery storage plant is proposed are arguing against the facility on safety grounds. The company proposing it, however, insists that new…
Democratic Central Committee endorses Cummings, Hernandez for supervisor, but fails to reach consensus on SC city races
Following a candidate forum on Tuesday evening, Santa Cruz County’s Democratic Central Committee endorsed incumbents Justin Cummings and Felipe Hernandez for District 3 and 4 county supervisor, respectively. Members couldn’t agree…
A messy California governor’s race raises Democratic fears of potential loss
For the first time in a generation, the California governor’s contest is being defined by uncertainty, not inevitability, as a crowded Democratic field could boost Republicans’ chances in the “top two”…
Santa Cruz County facing lawsuits over two contentious housing developments in Live Oak
A group of residents has filed a lawsuit against Santa Cruz County over a proposed development at 841 Capitola Rd., while local architecture firm Workbench is going to court over another…
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