In Santa Cruz, a protest against the Trump administration and Earth Day celebrations drew hundreds to parallel downtown events on Saturday.

There’s a moment when you’re driving along California’s coastal Highway 1, somewhere between the tech bubble of Silicon ...

A Pride of Madeira (Echium candicans) flowers on the bluff above the San Lorenzo River mouth as a person makes their way on Main Beach. The plant, which is native to the island of Madeira, is a large ...

Johnson, vice mayor of the City of Santa Cruz, wants to set the record straight on the city’s housing policy and accusations that the city is selling out to developers. “What we’re doing now isn’t ...

Summer is approaching in Capitola, with it comes energy and growth,” writes Joe Clarke in the Mayor’s Message column. “As we ...

Prepare to be left in awe at the sight of the stunning landscapes across the west coast. Most Americans don’t know of the ...

Voted USA TODAY’s Best Coastal Small Town, Pismo Beach blends scenic beauty, laid-back charm, and unforgettable adventures—from tidepool trails and wine country escapes to oceanfront relaxation and ...

Come Sunday, children will be scouring their yards with baskets in hand in the hopes of uncovering plastic eggs containing ...

The 5.2 quake was centered near Julian. There were no immediate reports of major damage or injuries but some residents ...