A storm caused by an atmospheric river is set to hit the area early Sunday morning, dumping up to 3 inches of rain in urban areas and nearly twice that in the coastal ranges.
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Should the definition of ‘fully vaccinated’ be changed to include a booster shot?
With immunity waning and the Omicron variant looming, many scientists are saying the definition of ‘fully vaccinated’ should include a booster shot.
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Santa Cruz updates design proposal for much-debated mixed-use library project
Under the new design, the long-awaited project — proposed for the downtown parcel Lot 4 — will now include more affordable housing units and fewer parking spots. The project is set to break ground in 2022.
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For SCCCU members, affordable financial services is not just a dream- it’s a reality
Whether it’s helping members get a new home or combating predatory lending with short-term, lost-cost loan options, Santa Cruz Community Credit Union is committed to providing affordable financial services to our community. And one member’s story shows how this focus makes all the difference in the world.
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Morning Lookout: Checking in on oversized vehicle ordinance and local COVID, vax data
This three bedroom Santa Cruz home comes with great light, a spacious backyard and endless potential for growth. Contact…
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Omicron was in California weeks ago, before officials raised alarms, water sample suggests
Omicron coronavirus strain was detected in California’s wastewater last month, even before the WHO declared it a ‘variant of concern,’ data suggests.
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Cabrillo vice president is charged with embezzlement, misappropriation of funds from former job
Paul De La Cerda, 47, was charged with one felony count each of misappropriation of government funds and embezzlement of government funds. De La Cerda is accused of forging documents he submitted for reimbursement, according to the district attorney’s office.
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Is Santa Cruz’s reported vaccine rate inaccurately low? It just might be because of this UCSC-related quirk
Public health officials are constantly tracking COVID-19 data in order to understand how to best respond to areas of need. So when data comes from a variety of sources or is difficult to obtain, the best information from some sources can sometimes be incorrect information. In Santa Cruz County, public health and university officials encountered that problem but worked closely to fill in the blanks.
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Checking in on Santa Cruz’s ‘oversized vehicle ordinance’ 30 days later
After much rancor this fall regarding an oversized vehicle ordinance, the Santa Cruz City Council passed the measure by a vote of 5-2 on Nov. 9. The earliest it could have gone into effect was Dec. 9, but legally it can’t begin until a number of provisions are put in place. Lookout checks on when that might happen.
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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…