Plastic pollution

The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary began a two-year project, funded by a state grant, that will sample rivers, nearby beaches, ocean water and marine life for microplastics.

In its quest to go after plastic pollution, Santa Cruz County has set its sights on single use cups and plastic water bottles.Outside the Santa Cruz…

Santa Cruz County is looking to ban more plastic items. And they’re asking the public to help them decide what to go after.Santa Cruz County was among the…

Some ocean pollution, like plastic bags, can float on top of the water. Others, like golf balls, sink. So to raise awareness about this problem, a Santa…

Santa Cruz County was one of the first to ban plastic bags and straws. Up next, big changes for small hotel toiletries.Jen Hagglof walks up an old, wooden…

Cigarette butts are a common sight on Central Coast beaches. They're not only gross, they can also harm wildlife. Still, finding a solution to this…