Heavy rain and wind storms hit hard in coastal Santa Cruz County. The region’s beloved Capitola Wharf pier was split in half by the 25-foot crashing waves.
Crews are now clearing mudslides and damage following the storms that swept through the state. Some areas are already reopened.
The state reported increased arson arrests over recent years. In 2022 alone, authorities made over 100 arson-related arrests.
Stress and anxiety in modern life are responsible for many mental-health-related illnesses. A mind-body therapy using sound to relax is gaining popularity in California.
Fans paid tribute to Anita Pointer after she lost her battle with cancer. She was one of the founding members of the 1970s American girl group “The Pointer Sisters.”
