Public schools throughout Santa Cruz County had been discussing a return to the classroom through hybrid learning in January, but the recent surge in coronavirus cases has put that on hold.
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Posted inCOVID 2022
What California’s 10 p.m. curfew order means for Santa Cruz County
Residents are allowed to leave their homes during the curfew, so long as they avoid interaction with others to curb the spread of COVID-19, the order states. Those experiencing homelessness are exempt.
Posted inPolitics & Policy
What Prop. 15’s defeat means for California schools
The measure would have brought billions to California’s cash-strapped schools and community colleges, though not in time to help deal with immediate financial crises.
Posted inPolitics & Policy
California women smash ceilings in national politics — not so much in state politics
California is home to the first woman vice president-elect, Kamala Harris, and first female House speaker, Nancy Pelosi. So why does it lag on women holding power in the statehouse?
Posted inCOVID 2022
Unmasked: Doctors’ association execs joined Newsom at lobbyist’s birthday bash
Two California Medical Association executives attended the Nov. 6 French Laundry dinner party with Gov. Gavin Newsom. The governor has since apologized.
Posted inInside Lookout
A new era for our nation, for Santa Cruz — and for local journalism
THE HERE & NOW: All that mental real estate devoted to the recent outrages on the national stage is now ready for reclaiming. What better time to refocus on our neighborhoods, towns, regions, and communities with quality journalism?
Posted inHealth & Wellness
EXPLAINED: What’s at stake for California if Obamacare is overturned
In early November, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in California v. Texas, a lawsuit that challenges the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare.