Dozens of veterans packed Tuesday’s meeting of the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors to protest the firing of Veterans Services Officer Xavier Bianchi, a Purple Heart recipient praised for his dedicated, hands-on approach to helping fellow veterans.
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Two bodies found in the Santa Cruz Mountains, CHP investigating
Investigators are probing the suspicious death of two people whose bodies were found in the Santa Cruz Mountains near Castle Rock State Park this week.
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California farmworker communities win right to be notified of pesticide applications in advance
After decades of pressure from farmworkers and their allies, California launched a statewide system to warn communities before they’re exposed to toxic pesticides. But health concerns remain.
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Storm-damaged Santa Cruz Wharf shut down for emergency water main repairs
The Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf, still recovering from a catastrophic collapse in late December, will close again Wednesday night through Friday morning, for emergency repairs.
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Wednesday evening traffic: Highway 1 lane closures; expect delays
Wednesday traffic trouble spots around Santa Cruz County.
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Supervisors approve cannabis lounges in tense meeting amid pleas to deny plans
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors gave final approval to cannabis consumption lounges in unincorporated areas like Aptos and Felton after a tense 3-2 vote. While supporters see economic and educational benefits, opponents cite public safety concerns and pushed for stricter oversight.
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Hot weather gives way to series of storms — and a possible atmospheric river — over the next week
The summery weather of the past few days in Santa Cruz County will cool off noticeably on Wednesday as several rainy weather systems — one of which has the potential to become an atmospheric river — are set to roll in one by one over the next week.
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This week in Santa Cruz County business: New Toadal Fitness opens downtown as Lincoln Ave. location shutters; uncertain times for day laborers
In her weekly look at local business, Jessica M. Pasko has an update on Toadal Fitness’ moves, what Santa Cruz County day laborers are seeing and names, numbers and dates to know.
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Santa Cruz County seeks community input on natural disaster preparation
Santa Cruz County is seeking community opinions as it updates its Hazard Mitigation Plan to reduce losses from natural disasters, with preparedness events in English and Spanish set for the coming month.