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Santa Cruz harbor bridge detours, construction to be detailed Tuesday
Quake safety project expected through early 2028
Santa Cruz council approves $900,000 to finish overdue rail trail segment
More than $15 million spent for 0.7-mile path
Where and when is street sweeping in the city of Santa Cruz?
Tows, parking tickets up to $144 possible
Explainer: Upcoming decisions on the rail trail in Capitola
What to know ahead of the March 4 town hall
Tips for Dreamers in Santa Cruz County as DACA faces uncertain future
Renew documents, follow policy changes and consider a lawyer
Teacher layoffs could be delayed, Pajaro Valley superintendent says
March 15 notice deadline may pass, more reserve money tapped
School districts grapple with declining enrollment in Santa Cruz County
Pajaro, Soquel, Scotts Valley leaders discuss money challenges
Watsonville council members discuss rail trail options
Paths planned near Beach Street, Pajaro Valley High School
Capitola council delays decision on Park Avenue rail trail options
Residents pack meeting, threaten lawsuit
Rail trail, traffic calming projects on tap for Watsonville City Council
New law makes parking within 20 feet of crosswalk illegal
Santa Cruz wildfire plan aims to coordinate evacuations, water delivery, resources
Plus, a city budget update
President’s order casts uncertainty on Santa Cruz County rail trail money
$19.5 million grant hangs in balance
Workforce board aims to solve Santa Cruz County employment problems
Public forums in January, February
Rent hikes to be tackled by Santa Cruz City Council
City law could define rules for expiring below-market-rate units
Santa Cruz council to consider new Miramar restaurant on wharf
Wharf rebuild decision remains months away
Santa Cruz County law enforcement can’t block immigration raids, but some pledge not to cooperate
Activists clarify rights of undocumented California residents
Capitola City Council to consider future of Monte fireworks show
Plus, mayor’s replacement to be discussed
Red tape slows flood relief money in Pajaro
Receipts needed for goods bought years prior
New mayor, Green Valley Road upgrades on tap in Watsonville
Dec. 10 city council meeting
Soquel Drive bike lane project continues in Aptos, Soquel, Live Oak
County hopes to finish project in spring
3 takeaways from Santa Cruz County election results
Potential changes for roads, rail, schools