A stunning national monument just opened to the public in Santa Cruz County. President Obama designated nearly six thousand acres along the central coast before leaving office.

<p>A stunning national monument just opened to the public in Santa Cruz County. President Obama designated nearly six thousand acres along the central coast before leaving office.</p>

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>