4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (527+ words) At Lookout, we believe local journalism is about more than publishing stories. It’s about bringing people together, creating opportunities for conversation and helping our community stay informed and engaged. And if you value this kind of local journalism and community…...

4+ day, 11+ hour ago   (158+ words) Good morning! It’s Sept. 8 — here’s what’s going on in your community today… Today will be mostly sunny and warmer. The high will be 84 with a low of 62. Wear your sunblock — the UV index is high (7/11). Allergy sufferers beware: There are high…...

4+ day, 16+ hour ago   (363+ words) The City of Santa Cruz is set to reject key findings from a critical civil grand jury report that blamed city leaders for not doing enough to prevent pedestrian injuries and deaths. While the grand jury urged immediate traffic safety…...

4+ day, 17+ hour ago   (1189+ words) The housing developer Workbench has put forward another controversial proposal for a multi-story housing complex in Santa Cruz. This one is apparently going by the name “Bright Plaza.” As I’ve watched information about this housing project roll out, I’ve noticed…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (1059+ words) Felton voters approved a major investment in their fire department, paving the way for paid firefighters alongside volunteers. The move comes after years of staffing challenges and slow response times that left the mountain community questioning whether its traditional volunteer…...