Sandwiched between Santa Cruz and Monterey on California’s central coast sits a tiny maritime hamlet that feels like it was plucked from a storybook about seafaring adventures and coastal charm. Moss ...

You simply grab your containers, head to the fields, fill them with nature’s candy, then return to weigh and pay for your treasures. No one monitors your picking or hovers nearby – just pure trust ...

California is a magnet for travelers looking to experience natural beauty and laid-back fun, but this overlooked town deserves to draw in more visitors.

Looking for a coastal location that's off the beaten path? This state park close to downtown Santa Cruz offers stunning views ...

This is a white wine from Santa Cruz Mountains, produced by Ridge. See our expert review of the 2023 on JancisRobinson.com.

Explore these unforgettable California travel destinations, from natural wonders to iconic landmarks, in this personal ...

A Ph.D. graduate student in biomolecular engineering at UC Santa Cruz, with a background in computer science and mathematics, has created an innovative software program called CRISPRware, which mak… ...

Long a cultural melting pot and a hub for artists, the 400-year-old city is riding a new surge in popularity. Here’s the ...

After the Fourth of July wraps up, the 31st annual Santa Fe Wine Festival will kick off at El Rancho Las Golondrinas near Santa Fe.

A man was arrested Wednesday for breaking into a Santa Cruz woman’s home and attempting to sexually assault her while she slept, according to the Santa Cruz Police Department.

Santa Cruz County drivers face stricter fines thanks to a recent court ruling against handheld cellphone use. Local law enforcement and cycling advocates say the tighter rules are welcome in a county ...

Two officers with the Santa Cruz Police Department were sent to the hospital Thursday after a confrontation with an individual in the downtown area.