Three Shark Encounters in Two Days
Seen near Leadbetter Beach and off Goleta.
Year: 2017
One UCSB Student Sexually Assaulted, Another Fatally Overdoses at Same 4th of July Party
The incidents appear to be unrelated.
Noche de Fuego Is One Hot Night
Santa Barbara Magazine and South Coast Plaza Host event.
Lavagnino Announces Run for Reelection
The moderate Republican was first elected in 2010.
Granny Flat Applications Explode
The number has tripled since May.
Home-to-Hotel Conversion Shot Down
Council denies a proposal to turn a condominium into a short-term rental.
Well Shamers Prevail
County imposes discretionary review for all water-well permits.
County Settles Excessive Force Lawsuit for $800,000
Jeremy Bordegaray was shot after breaking into a home and stealing a cop car.
Melchiori Fraud and Embezzlement Trial Begins
He faces a maximum of 47 years in prison.
EDC, Channelkeeper Win Key Decision Against Feds on Fracking
The groups are demanding more environmental review before permits are issued.
