Pfizer reports that a lower dose of its COVID-19 vaccine did not produce a potent immune response in children 2 to 4. Here’s what we know.
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EATERS DIGEST: Rustic Ales’ food transition, Hanloh pad thai at home & Gayle’s holiday treats
A makeover will bring Todd Parker’s pizzas to Sante Adairius’ Midtown location in the new year, but before then, don’t miss your chance to prepare Lalita Kaewsawang’s pad thai in your own kitchen, perhaps with dessert courtesy of a Capitola institution. Lily Belli digs in on all that and the coming week’s top foodie events in Eaters Digest.
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Morning Lookout: Trial in BLM vandalism case and another Unsung Santa Cruz hero
Supporting local Santa Cruz businesses continues to be more important than ever. When it comes to buying gifts this…
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Unsung Santa Cruz: Bringing smiles to the faces of isolated, vulnerable seniors has done the same for him
Kris MacKellar has done all kinds of jobs in his lifetime, but none more fulfilling than driving his aging Ford pickup around the hills of Santa Cruz County during the pandemic, bringing food and kindness to seniors and people with disabilities.
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Oil sheen confirmed off Huntington Beach as charges are filed in earlier spill
The sheen, which was first reported about 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, is roughly the size of a football field. Its source has not been confirmed.
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Will California redistricting mean better congressional maps than Texas?
California’s independent redistricting commission is struggling to finish new congressional maps. While its deliberations are contentious, Texas is being sued over its maps, pushed through by the Republican legislature and governor.
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Questions linger after Cabrillo board of trustees places VP on administrative leave
Cabrillo College Vice President of Instruction Paul De La Cerda is on administrative leave until Jan. 31 after a Monday evening vote by the board of trustees. Officials have declined to provide reasons for the decision to put him on leave or why the January date was chosen.
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Morning Lookout: Unsung Santa Cruz continues, plus rail trail and 831 Water St.
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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Men accused of vandalizing Black Lives Matter mural to stand trial
Following a preliminary hearing Wednesday, a Santa Cruz judge ruled there was enough evidence for the two men accused of vandalizing the Black Lives Matter mural outside City Hall to stand trial. They are next due in court Jan. 5.
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White House warns of January virus surge, says boosters protect against Omicron variant
As the CDC warns a winter COVID-19 surge is on its way, the White House urges vaccinations and booster shots to protect against the Omicron variant.