Santa Cruz is facing a legal challenge over its soda tax, Measure Z, as several groups filed a lawsuit claiming it violates the Keep Groceries Affordable Act, which prohibits new local taxes on ...

WATSONVILLE — Whether you are into rides, live entertainment or gorging on different carnival foods, there is something for everyone at the Santa Cruz County Fair, scheduled for Sept.

Nearly 1,000 people gathered at Main Beach in Santa Cruz, California, on Saturday for a Pride Month protest aimed squarely at President Donald Trump. Participants formed a massive human banner ...

The Santa Cruz is classier and more comfortable, more SUV than truck. It can tow more than the Ford, but it lacks the heavy hauling strength. The best one for buyers really comes down to intended use.

The 2025 Japanese Cultural Fair is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday at Mission Plaza (103 Emmett St.). Admission is free. Attendees can enjoy Japanese food, crafts (including the chance to see food ...

The best time to visit Santa Cruz is from September through November when the summer tourists have returned home, leaving a bit more room on the beaches, walking paths and other attractions.

Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Cory Booker, D-NJ, exchanged a fiery argument at a Senate Judiciary subcommittee hearing Tuesday about district judges. Cruz and Booker argued for about 9 minutes at ...

Angel Sepulveda scored twice and Cruz Azul routed the Vancouver Whitecaps 5-0 on Sunday to win its seventh CONCACAF Champions Cup. Sepúlveda finished with a tournament-best nine goals.

Here, giant tortoises roam freely in their natural sanctuary. Nestled in Santa Cruz's tranquil rural area, Rancho el Chato promises a unique experience less than 15 miles from Puerto Ayora along a ...

Fernando Cruz completed what is expected to be his last step before being activated off the injured list, facing hitters Saturday morning at Dodger Stadium as he comes back from shoulder inflammation.