New Leaf Energy proposes a $200 million lithium battery storage site near Watsonville to improve power reliability. Following a fire at Moss Landing, locals raise safety concerns. The project requires extensive approvals and an environmental review, with Minto Road identified as the only viable location in Santa Cruz County.

Congrats to Santa Cruz Local for being the receipt of two journalism business awards!

We are in crisis. The realities in San Francisco and Silicon Valley set a very bleak stage. Where do you call Home?

Congratulations to the companies that were selected for Santa Cruz Works’ subsidized internships. The winning businesses were selected on the basis of their focus on tech innovation, the ability to scale their business, and their entrepreneurial spirit.