“Latinos don’t know who to turn to for accurate information,” one expert says. “The government hasn’t been doing the best job, the big national TV channels haven’t been doing that good of a job, and community organizations are working at a hyperlocal level.”
COVID 2022
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California braces for Omicron wave amid grim forecasts, concerns for hospitals
Prepare for big spikes in COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths in areas with low vaccination rates, experts say.
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LOOKOUT PM: Rail Trail & 831 Water St developments + Unsung Santa Cruz
Thousands of Santa Cruz County residents took a ride into the future of local public transportation in October during…
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LOOKOUT PM: Men accused of BLM mural vandalism will stand trial
In true sustainable fashion, Bay Federal Credit Union partnered with the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary…
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LOOKOUT PM: Restaurants battle on, Watsonville names a police chief
While the holidays can be a cheerful time for many, they can also be some of the most difficult times for others. Kaiser…
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LOOKOUT PM: Of Omicron, social media hoaxes & Eaters Digest tips
Habitat for Humanity Monterey Bay impacts the lives of families and individuals from all walks of life. No Habitat story…
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Vaccine update: Rates, where to find a COVID shot or test; wait, cost and turnaround times
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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Unsung Santa Cruz: Her call to duty is stronger than most, but she is also only human
No one could prepare volunteer fire captain Renee Fenker for what it would be like defending the San Lorenzo Valley area she grew up in — or being unable to defend her family’s longtime house from the CZU fire flames: “We need to remember that a lot of our community is still healing.”
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Should I change my holiday plans because of COVID-19 surge, Omicron? What experts say
Some experts think it would help to make some adjustments, but many health experts are also emphasizing the importance of seeing family and friends.
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Time costs money: The price for same-day COVID-19 tests can be high
Under state and federal law, COVID-19 tests must be covered by insurance, and any provider that accepts coverage must also provide it for free to the uninsured. Results often take between three and five days. For Santa Cruzans who need it faster, there are local options, but the most convenient can cost up to $225.