When thinking of Santa Cruz, you likely imagine surfers or the boardwalk. If you go a little farther, you'll find a ...

OFF... is one of the most colossal clam jams around, an event so big it works in twos. It happens over two days — Feb. 21 and ...

We’re officially in 2026. If you’re looking for ways to kick off the year—and plan ahead—here are some of the biggest events ...

If you're looking for fun activities along the California coast, this strange, kitschy, but very popular attraction might be ...

Scott's Creek is a right reef that breaks anywhere from two feet to 20, mostly in the winter. It can get big and burly, and ...

As Trump’s America frays, a cross-country drive reveals how ordinary people endure economic upheaval and moral exhaustion.

At this point in the season, you could probably use a break from shopping, wrapping gifts and holiday menu planning. How about an afternoon of music? Monmouth Civic Chorus, a community chorus that has ...

Lookout staff photographer Kevin Painchaud gets a front-row view of the events, people, and food that make Santa Cruz such a unique and special place to live. He chose his favorite photos he captured ...

As the new year approaches, we take a look at the stories and imagesthat captured the most attention over the past year.

Santa Cruz locals are enjoying the fresh air after storms, even as hazardous conditions persist along the coastline.

Although the surf was poor, the rain was welcome–as was my stay at the Dream Inn, perfectly located on West Cliff Drive to ...

A slice of the bluff along West Cliff Drive across from Getchell Street near Natural Bridges State Beach sits in the surf ...