News
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752The Local Supporters of Ranked Voting Say it Could Revolutionize Elections
Would ranked choice voting in Santa Cruz make elections more fair—or just more confusing?
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158Locals Rally Against Racism Following Charlottesville Terror Attack
Local activists and politicians respond to violence and racism with call to action
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2.0KQ&A: Meet The New Santa Cruz Police Chief Andrew Mills
New Santa Cruz Police Chief Andrew Mills talks homeless, drugs and protests
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382Opinion August 9, 2017
Plus Letters to the Editor
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237At Litmus Box, Innovating How People Engage with Technology
Some projects are difficult to explain, confidential or still in prototype mode
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6623180/2020 Approaches 600 Homeless Housed
Leaders discuss what’s next amid celebration and a discussion of housing and health
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1.0K1Cruzio’s Gigabit Fiber to Begin Construction
Santa Cruz company hopes first run of ambitious project will go online in 2018
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500Opinion August 2, 2017
Plus Letters to the Editor
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452City Bringing Back Retail Guru Robert Gibbs
Santa Cruz hasn’t yet implemented some of the expert’s biggest recommendations from last time
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480DTA to Show of ‘Citizen Jane’ for Housing Discussion
Chip, executive director of the Downtown Association of Santa Cruz County, says Santa Cruz needs construction
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1.2K1Kitten Flippers Take in Foster Cats
Volunteers help ease the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter’s burden as young cats pour in
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618Opinion July 26, 2017
Plus Letters to the Editor
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9281NextSpace Now Under New Ownership
The coworking outfit went from fledgling startup to a major force to an asset up for sale
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1.1K1Stripe Owner Suna Lock Leaves Her Mark on Santa Cruz Design
Downtown business owner has quietly impacted the look and feel of the city
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3.6KArt Exhibit Offers Window into Foster Care System
Emotional Museum of Art and History show open through the end of the year
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705Opinion July 19, 2017
Plus Letters to the Editor
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1.2KVacation Rental Debate Doesn’t Cool Down at Planning Commission
Amid high stakes, activists square off on Airbnb and other short-term rental sites
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555The 1440 Multiversity Campus, a Place for Wellness and Learning
Former 75-acre Christian college in Scotts Valley gets makeover and a new life
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30.7K9Logos, Used Book and Music Store, Closing After 48 Years
After trying to sell for a year, Logos owner John Livingston prepares for retirement
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667Opinion July 12, 2017
Plus letters to the editor
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840CEMEX’s Strange Behavior Means Uncertainty for Davenport
With the multi-billion dollar profits, Mexican company dodges paying for water repairs, this week in briefs
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9761Defense Attorneys Question Sheriff’s Immigration Stance
Jim Hart, long seen as an ally, says tha—when it comes to the jail—he can't cut out ICE entirely
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1.1KThousands Paddle Out in Jack O’Neill’s Honor
At least 3,000 surfers, kayakers and paddle boarders remember wetsuit innovator Jack O’Neill
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820Opinion July 5, 2017
As much as I love doing the Green Issue every year, I always dread it a little, too. We cover the local...
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1.4KInside Cowell’s Ranking as California’s Third-Worst Beach
The confusion, disagreements and misinformation around the water quality near Cowell
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2.7K1UCSC Lays Off Nine Coaches
Announcement comes as shock athletes, coaches who campaigned hard for successful sports measure
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1.7KThe Trail Blazers at the Forefront of Legalized Weed
Santa Cruz cannabis businesses like Toasted Jam find their way in fledgling industry
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833Opinion June 28, 2017
Plus Letters to the Editor
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2.0K9Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing Releases Rail Trail IPA
New beer raises funds and draws attention to rail trail’s uncertain path forward