Community News · Bakersfield, CA
Dolores Huerta, who co-founded the United Farm Workers union with Cesar Chavez and coined the rallying cry "Sí, se puede," died Thursday at her home in Bakersfield, California. She was 96. Her family announced her death via Instagram without listing a cause. Huerta's legacy as a labor and civil rights advocate drew tributes from officials representing agricultural communities in the Pajaro and Salinas valleys, where her work shaped generations of farmworkers.
Public Safety · Santa Cruz County
A wildfire named Green Fire was first discovered at 5:46 p.m. on Oct. 27, burning on private land in Santa Cruz County, California. As of the article's publication at 6:11 p.m., no containment data had been reported and the cause remained undetermined.
Community brief · Santa Cruz, CA
The Santa Cruz Warriors, marking their 15th anniversary, announced a 16-player training camp roster for the 2026-27 NBA G League season. Camp opened Monday and runs through Nov. 5, with the 50-game season beginning Nov. 7 on the road against the Stockton Kings at 5 p.m. The home opener is set for Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at KP Arena against the San Diego Clippers. Three players hold two-way contracts with Golden State: guards LJ Cryer and forwards…
