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Police Arrest Woman, 19, In Vacaville For March Accident That Injured Watsonville Boy
The 10-year-old is still in the hospital after being struck in a crosswalk.
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Support Troops by Donating Your Unused Phones Throughout Santa Cruz County
Phones can be donated to 'Cell Phones For Soldiers' at locations in Santa Cruz, Capitola and Watsonville.
Agencies Ordered To Enforce Statewide Water Restrictions
Violators of the prohibited actions are punishable with fines of up to $500 per day.
Animal Shelters Brace for Unwanted Effects of New 'Ninja Turtles' Movie
Some turtle and tortoise owners may sell animals with compromised health or turtles carrying salmonella.
Double Header: Supermoon and Perseid Meteor Shower
The super moon is Sunday night, just as the annual Perseid meteor shower is about to peak.
Bill to Reduce Cell Phone Robberies Step Closer to Becoming Law in California
The 'Cell Phone Kill Switch Bill' is meant to keep help keep smartphone owners from being mugged or robbed for their phones.
California Beer Festival in Aptos This Weekend
Saturday: “Craft Beer Heaven” and Sunday: “Hamburger & Hops Music Festival”
How to Follow Capitola-Soquel Patch on Mobile
Say goodbye to the old Patch app and hello to the new, mobile-friendly Patch.com.
Serial LAX Stowaway Busted Again; Big Whale Closeups; Bicycle Drive-By
#PatchCalifornia: Pharmacy tobacco ban • Rock climber falls to his death • Detective assaulted 3 massage therapists and more.
Stanford Study: Chronic Pain Crushes Your Mojo
Mice suffering chronic pain undergo a change in brain circuitry that makes them less willing to work for a reward.
Taste at the Tee Raises $26,500 for Local Cancer Support Organzations
Every penny will be donated to local cancer charities.
Hash Oil Lab, Marijuana Grow Busted in Live Oak
Marijuana plants, processed marijuana, a hash oil extraction lab, guns and methamphetamine were seized.
New 49ers Museum at Levi's Stadium Opens Friday
The museum will be open daily. Fans can skip the crowds by visiting on non-game days.
Monkey 'Jailed' After Biting Woman on the Street
#PatchCalifornia: LAX stowaway • UC football player's family sues after training death • Tip about stabbed 12-year-old is a hoax and more.
4 Teens Arrested for Assaulting Woman, Stealing Phone
One suspect ran over the victim's arm, causing a compound fracture.
Urgent Need for Blood; Local Drives Planned
Donors with types O negative, B negative and A negative blood are especially needed.
Paid Mug Shot Removal Targeted in Legislation
Some websites publish mug shots and then charge up to $1,000 to remove them. The bill's author calls that "extortion."
Annual Period to Appeal Property Tax Bill is Underway
Taxpayers wishing to appeal the assessed value of their property can do so by filing an Application for Changed Assessment in their county.
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My Thoughts on Suicide -- RIP Robin Williams -- from a Woman who Lived It
His suicide was not an act of selfishness. What IS selfish is is me thinking that my husband Bill ... owed it to me to live.
Defendants Prepared to 'Kill in the Name of Allah'
The men are accused of conspiring to kill American service members in Afghanistan.
UC San Diego Ranked in Top 20 of Sierra Magazine's 'Coolest Schools' List
Campus goes from ‘cool’ to ‘cooler,’ jumping to No. 17 spot in the magazine’s annual list.
@Lawn_Dude on Digital Billboards Urging Water Conservation
“Some Californians haven’t been taking this drought seriously, so I’m here to make sure people take steps to save water,” said @Lawn_Dude.
Who is Your Every Day Hero?
Nominate the coach or mentor who made a difference in your life to win a prize package from Patch.
National News
Man Turns Maserati Into a Police Car - and the Police Object
The Braintree, MA man painted his Maserati to replicate the “Transformers” character, Barricade.
'Love Boat' Cast Reuniting in Florida
The old gang will come together once more to help Princess Cruises celebrate its 50th anniversary.
Ads for Apocalyptic Flick Has Florida Community on Edge
Law enforcement in Jacksonville is working to put fears at rest that someone is trying to bring Hollywood to life.
Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!
Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!
Former Area Woman Killed at Posh Bali Resort and Stuffed into a Suitcase
Sheila von Weise-Mack, well-known in local arts circles, was 62. Her teen daughter and a young man are suspected of beating her to death.
