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Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 week ago

Santa Cruz Launches "More Accessible" AL Versions of its Popular Vala eMTB.

Santa Cruz released aluminum versions of the Vala eMTB, making it more affordable while maintaining key features and performance.
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
1 week ago

Iconic Santa Cruz surfers paddle out to honor legacy of Hawaiian princes

Hawaiian princes introduced surfing to Santa Cruz 140 years ago, changing its cultural landscape.
#surfing
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

How did Santa Cruz become the birthplace of surfing in the US? New exhibit shows the hidden history

The exhibit 'Princes of Surf 2025' highlights the origins of surfing in Santa Cruz 140 years ago when Hawaiian princes introduced the sport.
#transportation
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Here's what those red stripes along Highway 1 in Santa Cruz County mean and when they'll be put to use

fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Here's what those red stripes along Highway 1 in Santa Cruz County mean and when they'll be put to use

fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
2 weeks ago

Alwa Gordon in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Alwa Gordon has announced his performance on July 18 at The Loft as part of the Stop Drop and Roll radio show series, where he will be featured alongside interviews and meet-and-greet opportunities.
Music
Public health
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Santa Cruz County Civil Grand Jury report reveals human trafficking goes unreported

Human trafficking largely goes unrecognized and unreported in Santa Cruz County and across California.
#natural-history
Portland food
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Woodies return to the Santa Cruz Wharf Saturday

The 29th annual Woodies on the Wharf showcases hundreds of classic woodie-style cars, uniting enthusiasts in a vibrant community event.
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Scam alert: Fraudulent parking tickets circulating near Santa Cruz beaches

Fraudulent parking tickets have been issued in Santa Cruz, urging recipients to double-check their tickets.
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
1 month ago

Scam alert: Fraudulent parking tickets circulating near Santa Cruz beaches

Santa Cruz police are warning parked vehicle owners to closely inspect recent parking tickets issued in the beach areas due to reports of fraudulent citations.
San Francisco
#traffic-accident
#tobacco-ban
#sugar-tax
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

What is the timeline for repairs to the partially collapsed Santa Cruz Wharf?

It's kind of devastating, because for years, I've been coming out here and being able to look down to see the seals and stuff like that.
Portland food
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Santa Cruz wharf collapse: Plans take shape for rebuilding as summer beach season begins

The Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf's collapse during storms prompts urgent discussions on its future and rebuilding options.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Santa Cruz wharf collapse: Plans take shape for rebuilding as summer beach season begins

"Rebuilding all of the destroyed section...will cost roughly $14 million. A restaurant, a restroom building and popular sea lion viewing areas are gone."
Portland food
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
2 months ago

Hilding Tex Ronning, 1936-2025: Santa Cruz mourns loss of inspirational coach, teacher

Hilding E. Ronning, known as Tex, was a beloved teacher and coach who impacted many lives in Santa Cruz before passing at age 89.
#coastal-rail-trail
#missing-person
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

Thursday Morning What's Up: SF Sheriff's Deputies Injured In Crash

A missing UC Santa Cruz student was found dead after cliff-jumping, marking a tragic end to the search.
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago
California

Man goes missing after leaping into ocean north of Santa Cruz

A man went missing after jumping off a cliff into the ocean near Santa Cruz.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: SF Sheriff's Deputies Injured In Crash

A missing UC Santa Cruz student was found dead after cliff-jumping, marking a tragic end to the search.
#cliff-jumping
San Jose Sharks
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Surf etiquette dispute turns violent at Santa Cruz beach

A surfer was arrested after allegedly assaulting another surfer with a kubotan in Santa Cruz, highlighting issues of violence in local surfing culture.
San Jose Sharks
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Cliff-jumper still missing after rescue operation near Santa Cruz coast

One swimmer is missing after jumping off a cliff in Santa Cruz, prompting extensive search efforts.
Authorities remind the public to take care along coastal areas due to dangerous conditions.
#beach-boardwalk
#amusement-parks
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Here's why Santa Cruz just added a soda tax, in defiance of a statewide ban

Santa Cruz demonstrates that when presented with the facts about the dangers of sugary drinks, voters see through the soda industry's multi-million-dollar efforts to manipulate public opinion.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Santa Cruz's sugary soda tax is first to defy state ban

Santa Cruz's sugary drink tax marks a significant shift in local autonomy against beverage industry influence.
SF parents
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Green card holder living in Santa Cruz for 3 decades detained by US Customs and Border Protection

Cliona Ward, a green card holder, was detained by authorities over a past drug conviction despite being expunged.
#bullit
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

VIDEO: Santa Cruz Harbor invaded by anchovies

Concern over anchovy influx at Santa Cruz harbor amid maintenance of oxygen aerators.
Potential fish die-off due to lack of oxygenation measures,
#jewish-film-festival
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
3 months ago

Update: Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in Bay Area Shorelines Tuesday morning

Each year, lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times, with the majority of these electrifying events occurring during the summer months.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
4 months ago

Boat capsizes near Santa Cruz County beach

"We had a very large northwest swell with a low tide during that time, and the transit out of the harbor and into the ocean was very dangerous."
San Francisco
Mission District
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

'It'll affect all of us': Santa Cruz closes bridge, limits coastal travel

The Murray Street Bridge in Santa Cruz County is closed for a major retrofit, affecting traffic until at least 2028.
fromThe Mercury News
4 months ago

Santa Cruz County cannabis lounge policy clears final hurdle

Santa Cruz County has approved on-site cannabis consumption at retail lounges and initiated a pilot program for local farms.
#california-coastal-commission
fromThe Mercury News
4 months ago
SF politics

Central Coast seat on powerful California Coastal Commission open to nominations

California Coastal Commission seat open for nominations, with Justin Cummings seeking a full term after completing two years.
Speaker Robert Rivas is now tasked with selecting the appointment for the Central Coast position.
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
4 months ago
SF politics

Central Coast seat on powerful California Coastal Commission open to nominations

The Central Coast seat on the California Coastal Commission is open for nominations, with a focus on regional representation.
San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 months ago

San Francisco Peninsula Coast and Santa Cruz Mountains placed under a wind advisory until Friday morning

Wind advisory in effect for San Francisco Peninsula and Santa Cruz Mountains with gusts up to 45 mph, urging caution for motorists and residents.
#cannabis-policy
NYC music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Punk rock act accused of courting Nazis as it heads to Northern California

The Exploited's upcoming concert has sparked controversy due to allegations of the band's Nazi affiliations, yet the venue supports free expression despite backlash.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Santa Cruz coast: Hazardous waves prompt water rescues, Capitola beach closure

Surf conditions near Capitola and Santa Cruz pose life-threatening risks, leading to multiple rescues and beach closures.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Jury decides man who killed 8-year-old Maddy Middleton should remain in prison

Adrian Gonzalez will remain imprisoned for at least two more years after being convicted of the heinous rape and murder of his 8-year-old neighbor.
#california
SF politics
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

Gov. Newsom signs emergency proclamation in response to December storms that battered Santa Cruz County

California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in Santa Cruz County due to significant damages from a recent coastal storm.
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

Tired of beach traffic cutting through residential streets, Los Gatos will consider closures

The beach cut-through traffic is also increasingly becoming a safety hazard, residents say. In an area that's already particularly prone to wildfires, and whose residents are particularly concerned about emergency preparedness.
Miscellaneous
#film-production
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago

Neighbors worried as mountain lion kills pets in Santa Cruz Mountains, spotted snatching cat

Mountain lion conflicts in Santa Cruz Mountains highlight challenges in managing local wildlife and protecting pets.
#oneill-surf-shop
fromThe Mercury News
6 months ago

O'Neill Surf Shop in downtown Santa Cruz announces closure

"O'Neill Surf Shop will be closing its downtown store location as it seeks to consolidate operations in an evolving retail landscape."
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromThe Mercury News
6 months ago

Drunken driving crashes, public intoxication citations mark Santa Cruz County's New Year's Eve

Increased law enforcement led to a quieter New Year's celebration despite numerous DUI arrests and traffic violations in Santa Cruz.
The trend in downtown crowd sizes has been declining since 2013, indicating a shift in New Year's Eve celebrations.
#motorcycle-accident
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
6 months ago

Man found trapped in Santa Cruz storm debris identified

David Koons, a 64-year-old Watsonville resident, tragically died after becoming trapped in floating debris while swimming during high surf warnings near Sunset State Beach. Emergency responders were called at 11:30 a.m., but by then, 150 feet of the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf had already washed away due to large waves hitting the coastline.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
7 months ago

City releases interview with lifeguards on Santa Cruz Wharf collapse rescue

At the time the Wharf collapsed, we were on the Cowell side about one quarter of the way to the end of the Wharf, just getting ready to do another patrol. And that's when something alerted me to look out at the end of the Wharf, which I believe was the cracking of the pilings.
Miscellaneous
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