Guitar master Charlie Hunter brings his trio and vocalist Lo Steele to Kuumbwa Jazz in Santa Cruz on March 16 for an evening of jazz, groove, storytelling and soul.

Multi-instrumentalist Vicki Randle joins an all-star band celebrating the music of Sly and the Family Stone at Moe’s Alley in Santa Cruz on March 12.

Dining alone can feel intimidating, but it can also be empowering. A wellness columnist explores the surprising freedom and confidence that come with a table for one.

Sisters Melia and Lilly Spooner take over Alta Organic Coffee, the longtime Santa Cruz café founded by their grandmother and known for its organic beans and community vibe ...

The Santa Cruz Warriors and Second Harvest Food Bank celebrate millions of meals raised while local food events—from vegan dining to hummingbird walks—fill the calendar.

Paso Robles winery LXV Wines offers a unique tasting experience pairing Central Coast wines with aromatic Indian spice blends.

Legal advocates warn of a multi-state scam targeting immigrant communities, with victims losing thousands through fake ...

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission is seeking $15 million in state and federal funding for an ...

In theater, “breaking the fourth wall” means acknowledging the audience. An actor steps out of the pretense that what’s happening on stage is real. It’s a disruptive moment of truth that can deepen ...

It’s been nearly 30 years since the release of 1997’s Good Will Hunting, the movie about a mathematical genius with a troubled past from South Boston that turned Matt Damon and Ben Affleck into famous ...