2026 is shaping up to be a year of city council candidates with problematic pasts.You may recall…
Amid Health Crisis, San Diego City and County Officials Play the Blame Game
Southern California’s hepatitis A outbreak is pitting county and city officials in San Diego against one another, with each side placing blame on the other for what has become one of the region’s m
California Shines Bright on Gallup’s Latest Well-Being Index
Santa Cruz and San Luis Obispo both made the top 10.
Not Good: Feds, Santa Cruz Police Locked in Escalating Feud
The Chief of Police says he feels duped by recent immigration raids and may have to reconsider working with Homeland Security in the future.
New Website Ranks 12 Most Dangerous Cities in Northern California
A Bay Area law firm recently partnered with BenchMark to develop a list of Northern California’s 12 most dangerous cities using FBI data and an analysis of violent crimes throughout the state.
Hold the Phone: Santa Cruz is California’s Least Affordable City?
Palo Alto Planning and Transportation Commissioner Kate Vershov Downing recently quit her job and moved to Santa Cruz because her family couldn’t afford a home. But does she have it all wrong?
Exclusive: Q&A With Jason Hoppin About New Marijuana-Related Job Position in Santa Cruz
California City and County News have emerged as the most sought out site for local government job listings anywhere on the Internet.
Santa Cruz City Councilman Catches Heat for Illegal Shed
Don't violate city building codes, especially if you plan to be a member of the city council.