One of the biggest waves in the world broke at Mavericks near Half Moon Bay during a jaw-dropping swell this December. Big wave surfers caught bombs on December ...

A Santa Cruz surfer rode a massive California wave last week that was estimated to be 108 feet tall, making it a potential ...

Thomas Pickett and his wife, who recently returned from 40 years in the restaurant business on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, watched a spectacular water rescue at Mitchell’s Cove, off West Cliff Drive ...

A Santa Cruz County man who died after he was trapped by debris washed up by high surf last week has been identified.

A Watsonville man who died after he was trapped by debris washed up by high surf last week along a Monterey Bay beach has been identified. David Koons, 64, became trapped at Sunset ...

David Koons, 64, became trapped at Sunset State Beach near Watsonville, after a large wave washed debris ashore about 11:30 a.m. on Dec. 23, according to the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office. Koons ...

While already on alert because of the high surf that hit the Monterey Bay coast Monday, Santa Cruz Lifeguards Lt. Isiah ...

While already on alert because of the high surf that hit the Monterey Bay coast Monday, Santa Cruz Lifeguards Lt. Isiah ...

Authorities reported at least two missing persons near Marina State Beach and Pebble Beach, while three individuals were ...

As mayor of Capitola, I am excited to welcome 2025 and the opportunities it brings to our community. This year begins with ...

Amid another high surf advisory, Santa Cruz city leaders Friday morning provided an update on the future of the damaged Santa ...

Days after the partial collapse of the Santa Cruz Wharf, the lifeguards behind the rescues are speaking about the moments they sprang into action.