Erin Malsbury
Digital Reporter / PhotographerErin joined KAZU as a digital journalist and photographer in 2023. Before starting at the radio station, Erin worked as a science writer for local and national outlets. She’s won five California Journalism awards and a SciShortForm award. Erin has written for the Smithsonian, Science Magazine, The San Jose Mercury News, Good Times Santa Cruz, The Monterey Herald and others. She has a master’s degree in science communication from the University of California, Santa Cruz.
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A Santa Cruz startup is 3D printing surfboards out of recycled plastic in hopes of making surfing more sustainable. -
At 64 years old, Santa Cruz local and slalom skateboarder Judi Oyama is preparing to represent the US at the World Skate Games in Rome Italy this fall. -
For 50 years, fungiphiles have gathered at the Santa Cruz Fungus Fair to marvel at mushrooms. Last weekend, the three-day event returned in full force after three years of smaller, outdoor events during the pandemic. -
Large waves and extremely high tides caused coastal flooding in parts of Santa Cruz County on Thursday and Friday morning. -
A working group presented dozens of projects planned for the north coast of Santa Cruz County -
Santa Cruz's most wanted sea otter has a new baby. -
Scenes from the 2023 Rebels and Renegades Music Festival in Monterey -
Photos from the 66th Monterey Jazz Festival -
A vegetation fire resulted in evacuations in Pajaro, Monterey County
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As AI continues to become a bigger part of everyday life, local school systems are grappling with the challenges and embracing the benefits.
