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Big Developers Choose Ryan Coonerty for Mayor, According to Final Pre-Election Finance Reports

The developers supporting Ryan Coonerty's candidacy for mayor include some of the biggest names involved in local development. For example, the leadership team at the Seaside company contributed $2,700 in total to Coonerty's campaign, in addition to the large contribution made by the company to Santa Cruz Together. Owen Lawlor...

Santa Cruz, CA · 4d
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CSUMB alum makes a bid for Seaside mayor

Alex Miller’s career in Seaside politics began 10 years ago, shortly after he graduated from Cal State Monterey Bay in 2015. His time at the school, he says, was defined by his studies – an HCOM major with a legal studies concentration – and by the semester he spent writing for the Otter Realm, the Lutrinae’s predecessor, back when the publication was part of a class taught by journalism professor Estella Porras.

Seaside, CA · 5d
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Monterey's incumbent mayor faces off against challenger

A barista at East Village Cafe in downtown Monterey greets incumbent mayor Tyller Williamson as he enters. The popular official served on the City Council before becoming mayor in 2022. His time coincides with the city’s growing budget deficit, now nearly $12 million. Williamson says when the city was flush...

Monterey, CA · 5d
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San José Spotlight

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East San Jose rally urges Latino residents to vote

As concerns about immigration enforcement spread through Santa Clara County and California, community advocates are working to reassure residents that they can safely participate in Tuesday’s election. Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment organized a get-out-the-vote rally Monday outside Mexican Heritage Plaza in East San Jose, bringing together elected officials, community leaders and... The post East San Jose rally urges Latino residents to vote appeared first on San José Spotlight .

Santa Clara County, CA · 4d

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Watsonville Breaks Ground on $11.7M Fix for Road 1,500 Students Walk Daily

Pajaro Valley High School — Reported Nearby School Affected by Project. Watsonville officials broke ground Thursday on an $11.7 million roadway project that will finally widen the narrow Harkins Slough Road overpass that roughly 1,500 students have walked along each day for the past 22 years. The ceremony took place on the slope below Hotel B5 near Harkins Slough and Silver Leaf Drive, marking the start of construction meant to separate those students from vehicle traffic once and for all.

Watsonville, CA · 5d

The Thrifty Apartment

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More New Yorkers Are Moving Away—Here’s Where They’re Going

New York City has long attracted people looking for career opportunities, great food, cultural attractions, and the excitement of city life. But as housing prices, taxes, and everyday expenses remain high, some residents find it harder to justify staying. A recent analysis by the Citizens’ Budget Commission found that New York City’s population declined in... The post More New Yorkers Are Moving Away—Here’s Where They’re Going first appeared on The Thrifty Apartment .

New York, NY · 9d

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Regional Transit Measure sailing to victory

The transit measure on the ballot today, known as the Regional Transit Revenue or RTM, represented a passionate multi-year effort from local mass transit advocates, transit agency staff and elected officials to fully fund the region’s transit for a generation. In early returns, late Tuesday night, the measure was looking strong in all five counties where residents cast votes.

Alameda County, CA · 3d

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California sweeps top 5 counties for household EV ownership in new census data

Santa Clara County led the nation with 24.1% of households with at least one EV.

California · 4d

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The spirits of Santa Cruz: Halloween weekend in photos

Halloween weekend in Santa Cruz County brought witches, ghouls and celebrations honoring the dead. From Friday through Sunday, events across the county drew crowds for a weekend of spooky traditions and community gatherings. Friday evening, more than 1,000 witches walked from Lighthouse Field to Natural Bridges State Beach. Saturday morning,...

Santa Cruz County, CA · 5d

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City of Hollister reviewing financials

Information provided by the City of Hollister. Lea este articulo en español aquí. The City of Hollister has begun a comprehensive review of its financial condition, budget assumptions, and financial reporting practices following the identification of discrepancies in financial information previously presented to City leadership and the community. The City recognizes that recent announcements regarding its financial condition, including the October 2, 2026, Declaration of a Financial Emergency, understandably created concern among residents, City employees, businesses, and other members of the community.

Hollister, CA · 6d

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Santa Cruz mayoral candidates Chen Mills, Coonerty face campaign ad controversies just before Election Day

Just days before vote-counting begins, both Santa Cruz mayoral candidates Ami Chen Mills and Ryan Coonerty faced criticism for recent campaign advertisements over Halloween weekend. For Chen Mills, a volunteer-made campaign poster depicting Moses holding the Ten Commandments and men in suits and what some believed to be men in...

Santa Cruz, CA · 4d

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Bay Area voters approve Measure RTM to fund transit agencies

Voters in several San Francisco Bay Area counties approved a regional sales tax measure to fund transit agencies amid concerns about major service cuts.

San Francisco Bay Area, CA · 3d

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Morning Lookout: Downtown Santa Cruz business boom; allotting Measure D funds

Good morning! It’s Monday, Nov. 2, and a partly sunny day is on the way around Santa Cruz County, with highs ranging from the mid-60s to low 70s. A beach hazards statement is in effect through Tuesday evening, with strong rip currents and an increased risk of sneaker waves.

Santa Cruz County, CA · 4d

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PVUSD breaks ground on Pajaro Middle School athletic field project

Hundreds of students, local officials and former NFL players gathered at Pajaro Middle School Monday to celebrate the groundbreaking of a $4.5 million project that will transform the school’s athletic fields. The Nov. 2 ceremony included students from Pajaro Middle School and flag football players from Pajaro Valley, Watsonville,...

Watsonville, CA · 4d

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Watsonville's Tierra Linda and Pajaro Court Reopen With 28 Renovated Affordable Homes

Two of Watsonville's affordable housing communities have reopened their doors after extensive renovations, giving 28 families newly upgraded homes with fresh kitchens, bathrooms, appliances and building systems. Tierra Linda, at 490 Beck St., and Pajaro Court, at 170 Pennsylvania Drive, were both originally built in 1994 and have now been brought up to modern standards through a rehabilitation project led by Eden Housing.

Watsonville, CA · 7d

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San Juan completes work on urban growth boundary

After forming six years ago, San Juan Bautista’s Urban Growth Boundary Committee completed its work on Oct. 17 by approving an amendment to the 2035 General Plan, which will now go to the city Planning Commission. In two votes, the committee members designated three sets of parcels for possible...

San Juan Bautista, CA · 7d

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Daytime closure of Highway 9 near Santa Cruz to begin Monday

(BCN) — Caltrans will begin a full daytime closure of Highway 9 near Santa Cruz on Monday morning as crews prepare the roadway for winter weather. The closure, which will start at 7 a.m., will extend between Glengarry Road on the northbound side and Paradise Park on the southbound side, according to Caltrans.

Santa Cruz, CA · 4d

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County Prepares for Historic El Niño Winter

SANTA CRUZ — Santa Cruz County officials are preparing for a potentially historic El Niño winter that could bring powerful storms, widespread flooding and coastal water levels as much as 2 feet higher than predicted tides. The county’s Office of Response, Recovery and Resilience presented a winter preparedness...

Santa Cruz County, CA · 6d

San José Spotlight

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Incoming Silicon Valley water district CEO donates to board candidates

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Multiple candidates are vying to be on the board of directors for Santa Clara County’s largest water supplier. The outcome could chart a new course for the water district’s future. With three competitive seats up for grabs in Valley Water Districts 1,...

Santa Clara County, CA · 6d

Housing Wire

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Northern California MLSListings joins Compass antitrust fight

MLSListings joined 6 MLSs in an amended SDNY complaint seeking declaratory relief and an injunction to keep enforcing cooperation rules. The suit cites Compass demand letters and threats of litigation over office exclusive marketing. AI Summary. Yet another MLS is suing Compass International Holdings. In an amended complaint filed on...

Santa Cruz County, CA · 4d