Santa Cruz County Local News

California is the seventh U.S. state to adopt mobile driver’s licenses for iPhones, part of a growing push by businesses and governments to make digital IDs commonplace.

At a CalMatters event, California’s insurance commissioner says the changes he’s making will help homeowners and business owners. One idea: A state grant for those who spend money to protect their property from wildfires.

The UC Regents approved campus requests for more tools for UC police months after campus protesters clashed with law enforcement.

The California Public Employees’ Retirement system is the nation’s largest state-backed pension fund. It awarded its chief executive $667,000 bonus after a successful investment year.

Worries about retail theft and fentanyl deaths shaped a November ballot measure that would toughen some criminal penalties. Here are the facts about California crime trends.

The Sacramento Bee takes a look at the Proposition 33 rent-control measure on the November ballot.

The California surgeon general is launching a campaign today to spread awareness about health conditions that contribute to pregnancy-related deaths, such as heart disease.

Over the last five years, the state government has spent some $24 billion to ameliorate homelessness, which, according to polls, is California’s most troublesome issue.

California’s new cap on health care cost increases is regarded as the most aggressive in the nation. It includes potential fines against companies that exceed the limit.

Failed legislative bills have attempted to create safe parking programs for students to sleep in their cars on California campuses while awaiting housing. Meanwhile, Long Beach City College allows homeless students to park overnight.

Three community meetings will be hosted by the City of Santa Cruz as it develops a five-year roadmap for West Cliff Drive.

One September 17, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the start of construction of a 120 unit supportive housing development in the Harvey West neighborhood in Santa Cruz.

The Sacramento Bee explains the Proposition 32 minimum wage measure on the November Ballot.

The Sacramento Bee explains the Proposition 36 anti-crime measure on the November ballot.

The Sacramento Bee explains the Proposition 4 climate resiliency bond measure on the November ballot.

On September 12, the California Coastal Commission approved moving forward with a new hotel development on the corner of Front and Laurel Streets in downtown Santa Cruz.

Despite concerns, the increase in use of e-bikes in Santa Cruz hasn't led to a significant uptick in serious accidents.

In compliance of state law, the University of California Regents will be considering the attached audit of inventory and use of military equipment by UC police and a budget request for additional items.

A public forum about the future of Seacliff and New Brighton state beaches will be held on September 26, hosted by California State Parks and Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks.

An introduction to Christopher Bradford, candidate for the District 5 seat on the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors.