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U.S. job postings rose sharply in September
Around townA sharp September increase in U.S. job postings may give people seeking work more openings to consider.
Santa Cruz County California DeskNov 6, 2026
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How to check whether your 2026 ballot was counted
Around townVoters need to check the official election record for their jurisdiction and follow its instructions if a ballot-status problem appears.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 28, 2026
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SMU defeats Cal after second-half collapse
Around townCal’s upset bid against No. 23 SMU fell apart after halftime as the Mustangs took control of the game.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 27, 2026
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Measure N appears on Santa Cruz Mountains ballots
SchoolsMeasure N is presented as a ballot measure supporting the Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 26, 2026
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San Jose State seeks end to 23-year road skid with freshman QB
Around townSan Jose State is trying to end a 23-year road losing streak while playing with a freshman quarterback.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 24, 2026
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Pac-12 midseason awards span players, coaches and key games
Around townThe midseason review covers standout players and a coach, along with notable seats, setbacks, games and wins.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 20, 2026
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Hollister lays off city staff, including police employees
Police, fire and courtsHollister has laid off city employees, including police staff, as the city faces a financial crisis.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 17, 2026
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Pac-12’s uncertain future leaves Oregon State and Washington State apart
Around townOregon State’s rise and Washington State’s fall reflect the uncertainty facing the Pac-12 in college football’s changing landscape.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 17, 2026
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Cal’s Exhibition Plan Includes Blowout Loss to UCLA
Around townCal used exhibition play as part of its preparation, including a blowout loss to defending champion UCLA.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 16, 2026
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Santa Cruz students gain, remain below state and pre-pandemic levels
SchoolsSanta Cruz County students improved modestly in math and reading, but their results remain below state averages and levels recorded before the pandemic.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 16, 2026
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Sentinel reporter wins Golden Quill Award for PVUSD coverage
SchoolsA Santa Cruz Sentinel reporter received the California School Board Association’s Golden Quill Award for coverage of PVUSD.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 12, 2026
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Santa Cruz Housing Growth Outpaces the Rest of the County
Housing and developmentHousing development is advancing faster in the city of Santa Cruz than elsewhere in the county, but the reasons for the gap remain unclear.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 12, 2026
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Trump says he will not stifle artificial intelligence
Around townDonald Trump has pledged not to restrict artificial intelligence while industry executives have called for caution.
Santa Cruz County California DeskOct 1, 2026
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Newsom signs two laws on California public defense
Around townGov. Gavin Newsom signed two laws intended to address weaknesses in California’s public defense system.
Santa Cruz County California DeskSep 30, 2026
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Arts summit, Verve contract and Lookout List voting
Around townA local arts economic summit, a tentative agreement for Verve workers and voting for the Lookout List are on this week’s business agenda.
Santa Cruz County California DeskSep 23, 2026