SANTA CRUZ — After the area took a beating from a powerful storm surge this winter, the Capitola Beach Festival returns Saturday and Sunday with a sand sculpture contest, nautical parade and stand-up ...

Known as the “nation’s oldest lifeguard,” Herman Kraft was a fixture on Capitola Beach for 20 years.

Veterans gathered at Capitola Beach Saturday morning to catch some waves and learn to surf, thanks to the local nonprofit Veterans Surf Alliance. "We have a perfect day today. The waves are really, ...

CAPITOLA — A large chunk of coastal bluff near New Brighton State Beach dropped into the ocean Wednesday and local authorities have cautioned the public to avoid the area. Capitola police officers, ...

The bright blue unit at the end of the iconic complex of colorful houses lining Capitola Beach in Northern California has hit the market for the first time in 50 years for $5.45 million. Unit 12 is ...