Salmon fishing closes for season
June 30 was the last day of the season for commercial salmon fishing.
James Kohut granted $6.45 million bail
The Santa Cruz neurosurgeon accused of molesting several children can be released from jail if he posts a $6,450,000 bail, Santa Cruz County Superior Court Judge John Salazar ruled Wednesday.
Law enforcement ratcheting up holiday patrols
Anyone who sets off illegal fireworks for the Fourth of July could find themselves in court.
Tipping their hats
Amidst a sea of hats, flowers and bright colors, a community came together on Thursday to celebrate Santa Cruz County women involved in and who support agriculture.
WPD: Gas thief likely sparked fire
Two vehicles were destroyed Tuesday night after someone reportedly drilled a hole in the gas tank to steal fuel and sparked a fire, Watsonville Police Sgt. Mish Radich said.
Aptos Junior High placed on lockdown
Aptos Junior High School issued a “shelter in place” order Wednesday morning after school officials received a report that a student may be in possession of a dangerous “item,” Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Sgt. Brian Cleveland said.
Cinco de Mayo celebration fills downtown
Put on by Fiestas Patrias, the 28th annual Cinco de Mayo celebration in downtown Watsonville drew about 15,000 people.
Housing, crime stats outlined during State of the City
City Manager Matt Huffaker gave an update on Watsonville during the third annual State of the City.
Man dies in solo-vehicle crash on Hwy 1
A man was killed after the vehicle he was traveling in crashed into a tree on Highway 1 early Tuesday morning.
Serving the community
Frank Carter came to the Veterans Memorial Building in Watsonville Wednesday first and foremost for a plate loaded with a turkey lunch.
Aptos takes down Watsonville in battle of the ‘Black and Blue...
At one time in the teams’ long history, Aptos and Watsonville were nemesis on the gridiron as members of the Santa Cruz Coast Athletic...
