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SFGate

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Death reported after E. coli outbreak linked to SLO pumpkin patch

A second E. coli outbreak was reported linked to Capitola Beach this week.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 17h

KRON4 News

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Beach closed after 9 kids contract bacterial infection

(KRON) — Capitola Beach is closed while health officials investigate an outbreak of E. coli O157. According to Santa Cruz County, the source of the outbreak is still under investigation, but all cases are linked to likely exposures at Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Public Health is investigating nine cases involving children from various Bay Area […]

Santa Cruz County, CA · 1d

The Sacramento Bee

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24-year-old woman swept to sea after walking under rock arch on California beach

A search has been suspended for a 24-year-old woman who was swept out to sea after becoming trapped by rising tides on a Northern California beach, the U.S. Coast Guard said. Se Nah Park was last seen in the water near Panther Beach north of Santa Cruz after being swept away about 8 p.m. Sunday, the Coast Guard said in a Tuesday news release. Park and three friends walked through a rock archway known locally as the Keyhole on the beach before becoming trapped by rising tides, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection firefighters said. The other three escaped, but Park was swept out to sea, firefighters said. Firefighters, police, sheriff’s deputies and the U.S. Coast Guard joined the search. Drones, ground crews and helicopters were deployed in the search , deputies said. The Coast Guard coordinated an eight-hour search covering 95 square miles, the agency said. “Suspending a search is a difficult decision,” said Lt. Max Holloway, Sector San Francisco search and rescue mission coordinator. “Given the extensive search effort of the surrounding area and environmental conditions, we have suspended active search efforts pending further developments.” A National Weather Service beach hazard warning for sneaker waves and rip

Santa Cruz, CA · 1d

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Lookout tasted 11 pumpkin pies in Santa Cruz County. These two are the best.

Every fall, while Americans argue over the best way to cook turkey, the real star of Thanksgiving sits quietly on the dessert table, waiting to be smothered in whipped cream. For many, stuffing a wedge of pumpkin pie or three down your pie hole is an essential part of the third Thursday in November. More pumpkin pies than poultry are eaten during this culinary holiday — 50 million pies versus a mere 46 million turkeys. While some consider a confection made from squash controversial, pumpkin pie fans far outweigh the naysayers. It’s the most popular holiday pie, beating out apple and pecan by double digits.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 2d

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The best things I ate and drank in Santa Cruz County in October

As I compiled my list of the best things I ate in October in Santa Cruz County, one commonality jumped out at me: passion. Though the cuisines range from Japanese and Thai to American, each dish was the result of focus and care to achieve an apex of creation, be it ribs, sushi, hot chicken or roasted duck.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 1d

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The Sweetest Spots in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County has plenty of ways to satisfy a sweet tooth, and some of its most beloved local businesses have spent decades perfecting the art. Whether it’s an ice cream cone after a day at the beach, a freshly baked doughnut to start the morning, or a box of handcrafted chocolates for a special occasion, these local favorites bring sweetness to the everyday lives of residents and visitors alike. Across the county, generations-old favorites and inventive local makers offer everything from old-fashioned classics to imaginative confections that are almost too beautiful to eat. In this guide, we’re exploring nine of Santa Cruz County’s sweetest spots, highlighting the signature treats, unexpected creations, and local traditions that make each one worth seeking out.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 1d

The 831

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Three-year coastal battle ends as state rejects Pleasure Point Marine Protected Area proposal

After three years of intensive public debate, local advocacy and policy maneuvering, a contentious proposal to establish a new marine protected area (MPA) at Pleasure Point has officially come to an end, according to the Department of Fish and Wildlife

Santa Cruz, CA · 1d

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Construction at Monterey Avenue Railroad Crossing in Capitola Scheduled for Nov. 11-13

Motorists and pedestrians should plan for temporary traffic impacts during daytime construction. The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) will conduct construction work at the Monterey Avenue Railroad Crossing in Capitola on Wednesday, Nov. 11 through Friday, Nov. 13 as part of a project to rehabilitate the railroad crossing. Work is scheduled to take place each day from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Capitola, CA · 1d

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Con Azucar Does Viral Treats With Mexican Amor

Nov. 10, 2026—Owner Dania Alvarez was blown away by the response to the opening of Con Azúcar Café (“with sugar” in Spanish) in Santa Cruz this past weekend. For weeks, people had been knocking on the door to ask when it would open. On soft-opening day, a line stretched down the block, including people who traveled from Watsonville.

Santa Cruz, CA · 1d

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Santa Cruz County business: Biotech company acquired; Joby lands more Air Force funding

Each week, we’re taking a closer look at the movers and shakers, the growth of industries and what’s really driving the Santa Cruz County economy. I’ll be spotlighting some of the biggest areas for opportunity, updates on local development and all things underpinning the regional business scene each Wednesday.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 1d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Santa Cruz List Prices Dip While Price Cuts Outpace the National Rate

Santa Cruz sellers cut prices more than usual, giving buyers rare negotiating room in one of California's priciest markets.

Santa Cruz, CA · 1d

SFGate

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Santa Cruz Co.: E. Coli Outbreak That Sickened 9 Children Linked To Capitola Beach

Capitola Beach in Santa Cruz County is temporarily closed due to an outbreak of E. coli that has sickened nine children across the Bay Area, Santa Cruz County Health Services Agency said Tuesday. Santa Cruz County Public Health Division has been notified of nine cases of E. coli O157 infection,...

Santa Cruz County, CA · 1d

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Wednesday morning traffic: Major multi-vehicle crash on Hwy 1 N at Riverside

A major crash happened today on Highway 1 Northbound at Riverside in the Watsonville/Pajaro area. Several vehicles were involved, including a semi-truck, a cement truck, a yellow septic/sewer truck, a gray Honda, a red Nissan, and other passenger cars. At least one vehicle was badly damaged, and some people May have been trapped inside. Firefighters and ambulances responded, and the #1 lane was blocked. Many cars pulled over or swerved to avoid the crash, and heavy-duty tow trucks were called to the scene.

Watsonville, CA · 1d

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The 2026 Lookout List: Food & Drink Experiences

Fans say the Buttery still makes “the best carrot cake in the county” after all these years, along with “the most creative, beautiful, delicious cakes” and chocolate cakes made with real chocolate. It’s “up for doing almost anything cake-wise,” one wrote. Voters say...

Santa Cruz, CA · 1d

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Lily Belli on Food: Pumpkin pie taste test; Salty Otter closes its doors; celebration time at Tanuki Cider

Welcome to Lily Belli on Food, a weekly food-focused newsletter from Lookout’s food and drink correspondent, Lily Belli. Keep reading for the latest local food news for Santa Cruz County – plus a few fun odds and ends from my own life and around the web. Check out all of my food and drink coverage here.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 1d

KTLA

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Rare sea turtle sighting caught on camera off California coast

Sharp-eyed whale watchers were treated to a rare olive ridley sea turtle sighting off the coast of Monterey Bay on Saturday. Morgan Quimby, a photographer with Monterey Bay Whale Watch, captured the close encounter during a 9 a.m. trip. Olive ridleys are among the more abundant sea turtle species on the planet, yet they remain […]

Monterey Bay, CA · 17h

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Hope Village provides climate-resilient housing to vulnerable residents

This past spring, in Watsonville, California, more than two dozen people experiencing homelessness, who had been living along the Pajaro River, moved into new transitional housing. The development, called Hope Village, was built using an affordable modular building system called LifeArk. Founder Charles Wee designed the system to be resilient...

Watsonville, CA · 2d

Thomas Smith

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Giant Waves Are Heading for the California Coast

A powerful series of storms in the Gulf of Alaska is generating massive swells expected to arrive along Northern and Central California beginning Friday, November 13, bringing potentially life-threatening conditions to popular beaches.

California · 16h

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Building Contract for Metrolink Sidings Goes to Granite

Granite Construction said on November 5, 2026, in Watsonville, that the Southern California Regional Rail Authority, which operates Metrolink, has awarded it a $51.5 million contract in the Southern California Optimized Rail Expansion program, or SCORE. The project will be included in Granite’s fourth quarter 2026 CAP. Metrolink's train...

Southern California, CA · 2d

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Honoring our veterans on Veterans Day

Two military veterans whose service took them from combat zones overseas to helping their communities at home will be honored Wednesday during Watsonville’s annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony. Retired Navy Command Master Chief Roland “Doc” Garza, selected as Veteran of the Year by American Legion Post 121, and...

Watsonville, CA · 1d