Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a huge expansion of the Cal Grant, the state’s main financial aid tool. It would have topped off a banner year for legislators who for years sought to reduce the cost of college.
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PG&E warns of another power shut-off affecting up to 29,000 customers; Santa Cruz County not on list
Twenty counties in Northern and Central California could be affected Thursday in order to reduce the risk of wildfire from energized power lines; as of Tuesday afternoon, Santa Cruz County was among those counties.
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A tale of two affordable housing projects: Contentious in Santa Cruz, smooth in Watsonville
The 831 Water Street project, which would have 50% of its units classified as affordable housing, is very contentious in Santa Cruz. But a similar development in Watsonville was approved without much in the way of outcry.
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Alisal fire threatens homes, burning 8,000 acres and closing Highway 101, amid gusty winds
Fueled by bone-dry vegetation, flames from the Alisal fire in Santa Barbara County prompted officials to shut down the 101 between Pacific Coast Highway and Winchester Canyon/Cathedral Oaks Road. It remained closed in both directions on Tuesday morning after flames jumped the freeway in several spots.
Posted inFood & Drink
The Westside speakeasy with sazón: Empanadas are the canvas for ‘Latin America in a pocket dough’
After dipping his toes in the local food scene at Home in Soquel, Argentine chef Diego Felix has put down roots in Santa Cruz, selling empanadas and, soon, tapas out of the delivery door for Kelly’s French Bakery in the Swift Street Courtyard.
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How much do wildfires really cost California’s economy?
A preliminary estimate shows that the Caldor fire cost tens of millions in lost economic activity. Wildfires, and the economic disruption they cause, have a large economic impact. But right now, California has a mostly incomplete picture of how much fires cost the state each year.
Posted inRecreation & Sports
In search of a California dividing line, where Giantslandia starts and Dodgersville ends
As boundaries go, the dividing line between blue California and its orange-and-black counterpart is less distinct than the Mason-Dixon Line or the 38th parallel.
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Morning Lookout: Red Flag Warning in place for parts of county; where you need to mask up in SCC
A number of Santa Cruz County nonprofits are teaching kids how to grow and cook food, and develop stronger connections…
Posted inBusiness & Technology
California will require large retailers to provide gender-neutral toy sections
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
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With the sweet sounds of Warriors basketball set to return, here are the new faces at the helm
New coach Seth Cooper and new general manager David Fatoki are veterans of the Warriors system and say they are up for the unique challenges presented by the NBA developmental league.
