Santa Barbara’s Rent Freeze: Politics First, Housing Second
Cities that adopt strict rent freezes see reduced housing supply, less reinvestment in existing units, and declining housing quality over time.
Year: 2026
January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month
(SANTA BARBARA, Calif.) – This January, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Santa Barbara County Democrats Endorse Kristen Sneddon for Mayor
Sneddon was selected out of a crowded field of Democrat candidates in the race for Santa Barbara mayor.
CHP and ICE Collusion
An observer was doing her best to protect our community by following an ICE vehicle (legally and carefully) off the freeway when a CHP car pulled her over.
Santa Barbara Reading Coalition Hosts Free Community Workshop
January 9, 2026, Santa Barbara, CA — The Santa Barbara Reading Coalition will host a free community workshop on Saturday,
LVCHO and Lompoc Police Department Promote Community Safety Through OTS Grant
Lompoc, CA – January 2026 – The Lompoc Valley Community Healthcare Organization (LVCHO), in partnership with the Lompoc Police Department
3CE and City of Santa Maria Partner on New Downtown EV Charging Station
MONTEREY, Calif., January 12, 2026 – Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) and the City of Santa Maria are advancing local clean
Leaking Liquid Nitrogen Tanker Near Lompoc Stabilized; No Hazard Confirmed
Santa Barbara County Fire Department responds to an incident at West Central and North Artesia avenues.
Inheriting the Dream: Santa Barbara Prepares for Five Days of MLK Jr. Events
Leah Weber King, the widow of Dr. King’s youngest son, will serve as the keynote speaker for the 19th annual celebration, which runs January 15-19.
Santa Barbara Motorist Dies After Medical Emergency on De la Vina Street
The 50-year-old woman was pronounced dead on the scene after she collapsed outside of her vehicle on the 2000 block of De la Vina Street on Saturday.
