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A new vision of local news for the 2020s, Lookout Santa Cruz is your digital-only, through-the-day community newspaper, covering everything that matters in Santa Cruz County.
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A new vision of local news for the 2020s, Lookout Santa Cruz is your digital-only, through-the-day community newspaper, covering everything that matters in Santa Cruz County.
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What's happening around Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment this weekend and beyond, including recommendations for things to do from Wallace Baine and Lookout's free BOLO events calendar.
Weekender: Dig into the Lookout List, celebrating Jon Scoville and Korean Experimental Music Festival at UCSC
What's happening around Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment this weekend and beyond, including recommendations for things to do from Wallace Baine and Lookout's free BOLO events calendar.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:03 PM
What's happening around Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment this weekend and beyond, including recommendations for things to do from Wallace Baine and Lookout's free BOLO events calendar.
With the weekend nearly here, check out Wallace Baine’s Best 9 recommendations for things to do around Santa Cruz County via Lookout’s BOLO events calendar.
Best 9: Top events for the week ahead in Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment, Nov. 13-20
With the weekend nearly here, check out Wallace Baine’s Best 9 recommendations for things to do around Santa Cruz County via Lookout’s BOLO events calendar.
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November 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
With the weekend nearly here, check out Wallace Baine’s Best 9 recommendations for things to do around Santa Cruz County via Lookout’s BOLO events calendar.
An atmospheric river drenching much of California since Wednesday night had dropped several inches of rain and brought gusty winds and minor urban flooding to parts of Santa Cruz County as of Thursday afternoon.
With atmospheric river soaking region, Santa Cruz County under wind and flood advisory through Thursday afternoon
An atmospheric river drenching much of California since Wednesday night had dropped several inches of rain and brought gusty winds and minor urban flooding to parts of Santa Cruz County as of Thursday afternoon.
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November 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM
An atmospheric river drenching much of California since Wednesday night had dropped several inches of rain and brought gusty winds and minor urban flooding to parts of Santa Cruz County as of Thursday afternoon.
Check out Wallace Baine's just-updated list of good stuff coming our way, clear into next summer.
Down The Line: All the biggest and best shows, gigs & events ahead in Santa Cruz County
Team BOLO (Be On The Lookout) is gathering and curating all of Santa Cruz County’s biggest and best happenings from now until forever — or at least until the latest gigs are officially announced.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Check out Wallace Baine's just-updated list of good stuff coming our way, clear into next summer.
The 1,710 people who use the mail room on the Coral Street campus as their permanent address will be searching for a new place to get their mail next spring as Housing Matters closes the mail room and other services in the area as part of a focus on permanent supportive housing.
The mail room at Housing Matters is more than a free post office. For many, it’s a lifeline
As unhoused residents and homeless service providers work to find ways to provide basic amenities after Santa Cruz nonprofit Housing Matters’ day services close at the end of March, perhaps no…
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November 13, 2025 at 7:01 PM
The 1,710 people who use the mail room on the Coral Street campus as their permanent address will be searching for a new place to get their mail next spring as Housing Matters closes the mail room and other services in the area as part of a focus on permanent supportive housing.
The weekend is coming – get the latest from Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment plus recommendations for things to do all over from Wallace Baine and Lookout's BOLO events calendar in Wallace's Weekender newsletter, in inboxes soon. Hit the link below to subscribe for free.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The weekend is coming – get the latest from Santa Cruz County arts & entertainment plus recommendations for things to do all over from Wallace Baine and Lookout's BOLO events calendar in Wallace's Weekender newsletter, in inboxes soon. Hit the link below to subscribe for free.
Get Thursday morning news from Max Chun, Tania Ortiz, Hillary Ojeda, Ashley Palma-Jimenez and more, plus Community Voices opinion from Santa Cruz therapist Lisa Herendeen.
Morning Lookout: Inside Housing Matters' vital mail room; search ongoing for missing Utah woman; Newsom's lesson on bullies
Santa Cruz County news and opinion headlines from Lookout for the morning of Thursday, Nov. 13.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Get Thursday morning news from Max Chun, Tania Ortiz, Hillary Ojeda, Ashley Palma-Jimenez and more, plus Community Voices opinion from Santa Cruz therapist Lisa Herendeen.
AT&T’s failed effort this year to retire copper landlines in parts of California seemed to have support from a diverse grassroots coalition. But many of the members had ties with the telecom giant, CalMatters found.
They rely on landlines for emergencies. AT&T’s political moves in California could take those away
AT&T’s failed effort this year to retire copper landlines in parts of California seemed to have support from a diverse grassroots coalition. But many of the members had ties with the telecom giant, CalMatters found.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
AT&T’s failed effort this year to retire copper landlines in parts of California seemed to have support from a diverse grassroots coalition. But many of the members had ties with the telecom giant, CalMatters found.
Make your voice heard on issues facing Santa Cruz County with a letter to the editor.
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Lookout believes in journalism that is a dialogue, a link to democracy. That’s why we want to hear from you. Your perspectives will make us, our reporting and our community better. Today, we publish…
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November 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Utah tourist Danielle Staley, 35, vanished after a Nov. 6 bonfire at Rio Del Mar State Beach earlier this month. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is canvassing the area, reviewing video and urging the public to come forward with tips to help find the missing woman.
Nearly a week after Utah woman disappears at Rio Del Mar beach, sheriff still searching for leads
Utah tourist Danielle Staley, 35, vanished after a Nov. 6 bonfire at Rio Del Mar State Beach earlier this month. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is canvassing the area, reviewing video and urging the public to come forward with tips to help find the missing woman.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Utah tourist Danielle Staley, 35, vanished after a Nov. 6 bonfire at Rio Del Mar State Beach earlier this month. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is canvassing the area, reviewing video and urging the public to come forward with tips to help find the missing woman.
As unhoused residents and homeless service providers work to find ways to provide basic amenities after Santa Cruz nonprofit Housing Matters’ day services close at the end of March, perhaps no service is more important than the organization’s mail room.
The mail room at Housing Matters is more than a free post office. For many, it’s a lifeline
As unhoused residents and homeless service providers work to find ways to provide basic amenities after Santa Cruz nonprofit Housing Matters’ day services close at the end of March, perhaps no service is more important than the organization’s mail room.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
As unhoused residents and homeless service providers work to find ways to provide basic amenities after Santa Cruz nonprofit Housing Matters’ day services close at the end of March, perhaps no service is more important than the organization’s mail room.
OPINION: Therapist Lisa Herendeen believes we can all learn from the social media jabs Gavin Newsom is hurling at Donald Trump as a lesson in reclaiming power from a bully. She connects the current political dynamic to her work helping clients recognize their own power in difficult situations.
Let’s learn from Gavin Newsom – it’s time to find your power and stand up to bullies
OPINION: Santa Cruz therapist Lisa Herendeen believes we can all learn from the humorous social media jabs Gov. Gavin Newsom is hurling at President Donald J. Trump as a lesson in reclaiming power…
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November 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
OPINION: Therapist Lisa Herendeen believes we can all learn from the social media jabs Gavin Newsom is hurling at Donald Trump as a lesson in reclaiming power from a bully. She connects the current political dynamic to her work helping clients recognize their own power in difficult situations.
Amid a federal government shutdown that has disrupted food benefits, two local nonprofits are joining forces to help homebound seniors access both meals and grocery delivery.
Community Bridges’ Meals on Wheels for Santa Cruz County program and Grey Bears launch new help for seniors
Amid a federal government shutdown that has disrupted food benefits, two local nonprofits are joining forces to help homebound seniors access both meals and grocery delivery.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Amid a federal government shutdown that has disrupted food benefits, two local nonprofits are joining forces to help homebound seniors access both meals and grocery delivery.
An atmospheric river is set to bring heavy rain, strong winds and possible thunderstorms to Santa Cruz County and the wider Bay Area from Wednesday night through Friday. Forecasters warn of minor flooding and coastal hazards with waves up to 20 feet, and urge caution for swimmers and travelers.
Atmospheric river approaches Santa Cruz County, wider Bay Area
An atmospheric river is set to bring heavy rain, strong winds and possible thunderstorms to Santa Cruz County and the wider Bay Area from Wednesday night through Friday. Forecasters warn of minor…
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November 12, 2025 at 7:32 PM
An atmospheric river is set to bring heavy rain, strong winds and possible thunderstorms to Santa Cruz County and the wider Bay Area from Wednesday night through Friday. Forecasters warn of minor flooding and coastal hazards with waves up to 20 feet, and urge caution for swimmers and travelers.
Tonight's meeting is set to begin at 6 p.m. in the Watsonville City Council chambers and will also be livestreamed on YouTube.
Pajaro Valley Unified school board to discuss plan to cut more than 160 positions at Wednesday meeting
The Pajaro Valley Unified School District board will discuss a proposal Wednesday to eliminate more than 160 positions — including counselors, teachers, mental health clinicians and special education…
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November 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Tonight's meeting is set to begin at 6 p.m. in the Watsonville City Council chambers and will also be livestreamed on YouTube.
Have something to say about issues facing Santa Cruz County? Send Lookout a letter to the editor.
Contribute to letters to the editor
Lookout believes in journalism that is a dialogue, a link to democracy. That’s why we want to hear from you. Your perspectives will make us, our reporting and our community better. Today, we publish…
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November 12, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Have something to say about issues facing Santa Cruz County? Send Lookout a letter to the editor.
Wednesday morning's Lookout headlines in one convenient package, with stories from Tania Ortiz, Wallace Baine, Jessica M. Pasko, Hillary Ojeda, Lily Belli and more.
Morning Lookout: Capitola Road development appeal; remembering activist Rose Filicetti; the latest in local business
Santa Cruz County headlines from Lookout for the morning of Wednesday, Nov. 12.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Wednesday morning's Lookout headlines in one convenient package, with stories from Tania Ortiz, Wallace Baine, Jessica M. Pasko, Hillary Ojeda, Lily Belli and more.
A vote by Santa Barbara County supervisors to deny Sable Offshore permits to restart production builds on a series of lawsuits and an accusation of insider trading, but the CEO wants President Donald Trump to help it overcome its setbacks.
An oil company running into rough waters off the California coast is looking to Trump for help
A vote by Santa Barbara County supervisors to deny Sable Offshore permits to restart production builds on a series of lawsuits and an accusation of insider trading, but the CEO wants President Donald Trump to help it overcome its setbacks.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
A vote by Santa Barbara County supervisors to deny Sable Offshore permits to restart production builds on a series of lawsuits and an accusation of insider trading, but the CEO wants President Donald Trump to help it overcome its setbacks.
Residents near a proposed Capitola Road apartment complex led by local developer Workbench are appealing the Santa Cruz County planning commission’s approval of the project, arguing the builder can't take advantage of state laws to override local control.
Live Oak neighbors appeal approval of 57-unit Capitola Road project, challenge use of state’s ‘builder’s remedy’ law
Residents near a proposed Capitola Road apartment complex led by local developer Workbench are appealing the Santa Cruz County planning commission’s approval of the project, arguing the builder can't take advantage of state laws to override local control.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Residents near a proposed Capitola Road apartment complex led by local developer Workbench are appealing the Santa Cruz County planning commission’s approval of the project, arguing the builder can't take advantage of state laws to override local control.
Schools across Santa Cruz County are unveiling major athletic facility upgrades — from New Brighton Middle School’s new turf field to Watsonville High’s renovated bleachers and planned new turf at Scotts Valley High — aimed at improving student safety and boosting sports participation.
Santa Cruz County schools hope new sports facilities will draw more students
Schools across Santa Cruz County are unveiling major athletic facility upgrades — from New Brighton Middle School’s new turf field to Watsonville High’s renovated bleachers and planned new turf at…
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November 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Schools across Santa Cruz County are unveiling major athletic facility upgrades — from New Brighton Middle School’s new turf field to Watsonville High’s renovated bleachers and planned new turf at Scotts Valley High — aimed at improving student safety and boosting sports participation.
In her weekly look at local business, Jessica M. Pasko reports on Paystand expanding payments to include some types of cryptocurrencies, notes the debut of the Lookout List and runs through names, numbers and dates to know around Santa Cruz County.
This week in Santa Cruz County business: Local fintech company’s latest acquisition; inaugural Lookout List spotlights readers faves
In her weekly look at local business, Jessica M. Pasko reports on Paystand expanding payments to include some types of cryptocurrencies, notes the debut of the Lookout List and runs through names, numbers and dates to know around Santa Cruz County.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM
In her weekly look at local business, Jessica M. Pasko reports on Paystand expanding payments to include some types of cryptocurrencies, notes the debut of the Lookout List and runs through names, numbers and dates to know around Santa Cruz County.
Capitola resident Rose Filicetti was a "force to be reckoned with" in the world of local nonprofits. The activist and volunteer community leader died Monday at the age of 73 from complications after heart surgery. A community remembers her tireless contributions.
Santa Cruz County loses ‘a warrior’ with the passing of activist Rose Filicetti
Capitola resident Rose Filicetti was a 'force to be reckoned with' in the world of local nonprofits. The activist and volunteer community leader died Monday at the age of 73 from complications after heart surgery. A community remembers her tireless contributions.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Capitola resident Rose Filicetti was a "force to be reckoned with" in the world of local nonprofits. The activist and volunteer community leader died Monday at the age of 73 from complications after heart surgery. A community remembers her tireless contributions.
In her Tuesday newsletter, Lily Belli notes Manresa Bread's move into a bigger space, with a bistro to come, on the Westside, previews the return of Christmas-themed pop-up Miracle to Abbott Square and begins making Thanksgiving plans.
Lily Belli on Food: Manresa Bread spreads its wings, Miracle's Christmas kitsch returning to Abbott Square and getting ready for Thanksgiving
In her Tuesday newsletter, Lily Belli notes Manresa Bread's move into a bigger space, with a bistro to come, on the Westside, previews the return of Christmas-themed pop-up Miracle to Abbott Square and...
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November 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM
In her Tuesday newsletter, Lily Belli notes Manresa Bread's move into a bigger space, with a bistro to come, on the Westside, previews the return of Christmas-themed pop-up Miracle to Abbott Square and begins making Thanksgiving plans.
Businesses operating in Santa Cruz County must register with the county clerk. Lookout Santa Cruz reviews the public filings from local businesses to report on new businesses starting in the area.
Santa Cruz County business filings: Week of Nov. 11
Businesses operating in Santa Cruz County must register with the county clerk. Lookout Santa Cruz reviews the public filings from local businesses to report on new businesses starting in the area.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Businesses operating in Santa Cruz County must register with the county clerk. Lookout Santa Cruz reviews the public filings from local businesses to report on new businesses starting in the area.
Santa Cruz County public health officials are warning families to immediately stop using ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after it was linked to a multi-state outbreak of infant botulism, a rare but potentially fatal illness.
Santa Cruz County public health officials warn against use of recalled ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula linked to infant botulism
Santa Cruz County public health officials are warning families to immediately stop using ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after it was linked to a multi-state outbreak of infant botulism, a rare but potentially fatal illness.
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November 11, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Santa Cruz County public health officials are warning families to immediately stop using ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after it was linked to a multi-state outbreak of infant botulism, a rare but potentially fatal illness.