From the Aptos Hills to Boulder Creek, there was an uncomfortable sense of familiarity on Tuesday as blazes broke out due to gusty winds and dry conditions.
Recovery & Reopening
Posted inCOVID Today
California hits 3 million coronavirus cases; roughly 1 out of 13 in state have been infected
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
Posted inCOVID Today
Newsom administration gave far less COVID-19 relief cash to smaller communities, audit finds
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
Posted inPandemic Life
COVID-19, A Love Story: One couple fought the pandemic together — until ‘Pop’ lost the battle
Gene and Doris Johnson were doing well in assisted living before the coronavirus changed everything about how the 94-year-old couple could connect to their loved ones. At least they still had each other — until Gene, a well-known teacher and coach, died last week.
Posted inBusiness & Technology
Tapping the post-pandemic market: Tony & Alba’s owners to launch new Twig’s Tap House
New Leaf Community Markets brand manager Lindsay Gizdich said the store is moving from Pacific Avenue in order to have…
Posted inCOVID 2022
They’re testing your what? Wastewater plays growing role in search for COVID-19 countywide
Wastewater testing is providing an early indicator of whether COVID-19 cases are increasing or decreasing in Santa Cruz County and beyond. Now, the process might become even more important amid concerns about variants of the disease.
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Some workers don’t want a COVID-19 vaccine. Can their bosses make them get it anyway?
Many teachers, grocers and even some hospital employees are wary of the COVID-19 vaccine and don’t want it. The question of mandatory vaccine requirements by employers is complicated.
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They’re the most likely to die from COVID-19, but hardly any have been vaccinated
Only 5% of residents living in California’s long-term care homes had been vaccinated as of Sunday, data show.
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Daily COVID-19 death count soars to new heights in California
More than 530 Californians are now dying every day from COVID-19, pushing a number of counties past new, grim milestones.
Posted inVaccine Watch
Vaccine guideline changes spark widespread confusion as distribution remains behind
One health system’s website crashed. People called another and got conflicting information. And there doesn’t appear to be enough vaccine supply to meet demand. Meanwhile, there’s a vaccine clinic in Santa Cruz County Friday, but appointments are already set. And other counties are struggling, too.