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Santa Cruz council member scolded for misconduct
Recalls inch closer, election results remain unofficial
Elections tally update shows little change
Santa Cruz council recalls still appear to pass, unofficial results show
County: More than one-third of ballots left to count
Results of local races not yet final
November runoff expected in Live Oak supervisor race
Field narrows to John Leopold, Manu Koenig
Santa Cruz city and county election: Two council members recalled
Renee Golder, Katherine Beiers lead among replacements
Vote March 3: Who’s funding the local campaigns?
We list notable donors and fundraising totals thus far.
Enforcement lowered for hallucinogens in Santa Cruz
Also, city council wants input on housing density
Santa Cruz to weigh compromises in downtown library plan
Report: Remodel at best would produce 'low-medium quality facility' lacking amenities
Santa Cruz councilmember faces misconduct complaint
Investigator: Facebook post by Drew Glover violated city policy
What to watch in Santa Cruz County government this week
Board to discuss affordable housing proposal