Scarce Drug Raises Ethical Considerations for Santa Barbara County Hospitals
Remdesivir shows some benefit for COVID-19 patients, but its efficacy is debated.
Year: 2020
Weigh In on Santa Barbara’s Wildfire Protection Plan
New neighborhoods are being considered as high fire hazard zones.
Regarding the Death of George Floyd
Lori Luhnow, chief of police for the City of Santa Barbara, is ‘deeply disturbed by Mr. Floyd’s death.’
Prioritizing Cities for People
The coronavirus and sheltering in place have reinforced the notion that places without cars are more pleasant.
Lompoc Mandates Face Coverings in Public
County reports drop in cases this week, but Cottage Health sees an increase.
Santa Barbara Eateries’ Sidewalk Booze Applications Get ‘Red-Carpet Treatment’
City official hand-delivers applications to state Alcohol Beverage Control offices.
Bias Reporting?
I would consider donating if the Santa Barbara Independent was a little more objective and not so biased.
Bus Driver Receives Maximum Sentence for Meth-Fueled Crash
Goleta resident Laura Mae Gish, 52, gets seven years.
Conditional Cannabis Permits Would Be Best
Prudent governance points to ordinance amendments.
Face Masks Are a Simple Gesture of Shared Respect, Says Supervisor
The new rules come as businesses reopen but people forget to maintain physical distancing.
