Muslim Students Organize Vigil for New Zealand Victims
Attack that killed 51 people described as “act of pure evil and terrorism” by UCSB students.
News Commentary: Death Penalty Shouts and Whispers
Governor's reprieve has little effect in Santa Barbara, except in the Han case.
Goleta Planning Commissioners Just Say ‘No’
Vociferous comments from Old Town residents help tip the balance for oversight on cannabis storefront applications.
Bullet Holes Found in Goleta Barbershop Window
Public's help requested in shooting investigation.
Free Emergency Response Training
The Independent is hosting a CERT class with County Fire's Mike Eliason.
Investigators Say Edison Power Lines Sparked Thomas Fire
The utility is pushing back, claiming officials mishandled and ignored evidence.
Muslim Students Organize Vigil for New Zealand Victims
Attack that killed 51 people described as “act of pure evil and terrorism” by UCSB students.
News Commentary: Death Penalty Shouts and Whispers
Governor's reprieve has little effect in Santa Barbara, except in the Han case.
The S.B. Questionnaire: Bob Behbehanian
Talking outreach and impactful storytelling with the marketing director of Cottage Hospital.
PCPA Presents ‘The Wolves’
Beloved theater company's latest effort focuses on the drama of girls' soccer.
James Lee Burke’s ‘The New Iberia Blues’
Author’s latest mystery presents grisly murders, numerous characters with motive, and clues ...
The Casual Elegance of the New Miramar Hotel
Rick Caruso’s ritzy Rosewood Miramar Beach opens in Montecito.
Gauchos Falter Late in Loss to Top-Ranked Long Beach State
UCSB's 12-match win streak halted by back-to-back losses to top-ranked Long Beach ...
Joseph Mariani Appointed Lompoc Police Chief
California Conservation Corps’ Camarillo Fire Center and CAL FIRE Host an Open House for Young Adults Interested in Wildland Firefighting Training
League of Women Voters of Santa Barbara Community Forum Census 2020: How will it affect you?
Wendy Sims-Moten Joins Santa Barbara Education Foundation’s Board of Directors
Public Information Meeting Planned For US 101 Refugio Road Undercrossing Bridge Replacement Project
Vandenberg Closes Sections of Beach for Western Snowy Plower
The Turner Foundation Announces New Board Appointments
Santa Barbara County is Hiring Pool and Beach Lifeguards
Revised Draft New Zoning Ordinance Update: Key Issues Guide Available and First Planning Commission Workshop
Santa Barbara County Advances Plains' Coastal Oil Pipeline Project
Junior League of Santa Barbara Opens Application Period for 2019 Community Assistance Funds
Old Spanish Days Announces 2019 Fiesta Theme and Official Dates
Ellwood Trails Reopen
City of Solvang Appointments to the Planning Commission & Board of Architectural Review
Family Service Agency Appoints Trustees to Board of Directors
Mosquito and Vector Management District Board
The Center for Black Studies Research screens the series that looks at issues of race and class in Chicago’s top-performing high school
MERRAG Selects New Board Members
Grand Jury Awareness Month
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Architect Chris Dentzel on Santa Barbara Homebuilding
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Wildlife Care Network Welcomes Ann Smith to its Board
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