Turn It Down
The sound decibel level at the Riviera Theatre was consistent with jackhammers and gunshots, and can cause permanent hearing loss.
Year: 2026
Kristen Sneddon for Mayor
We have an opportunity to elect a mayor whose leadership meets this moment in history — a moment when the actions of the White House stand in stark contrast to the values and priorities our city needs to thrive.
Santa Barbara Cracks Top-Five Best Small Cities in U.S.
“Condé Nast Traveler” releases the results of its Readers’ Choice Awards, with Santa Barbara ranked as the fifth best small city in the country.
Review | The Eternally Enchanting Judy Collins Does it Again at the Santa Barbara Lobero
Folk music legend is a sentimental audience favorite — for good reason.
Young Students Tap UCSB Archive to Reflect on Century-old Fiesta Celebration
Exhibition on view at Casa de la Guerra through Oct. 25.
UC Santa Barbara Introduces Minor in Environmental Humanities
The program, based in the College of Letters & Science, examines how culture, history, ethics, research, and storytelling shape the ways people understand and respond to environmental change.
A Second Chance for Santa Barbara’s Senior Dogs
The Grey Muzzle Organization partners with local groups to help aging pups find homes.
Santa Barbara Rallies Around Longtime Resident and Artist Michael Long
Donations are open through GoFundMe to support the artist’s recovery.
SBART Press Luncheon: Karina Urzua Receives Phil Womble Award
Cade Mault and Autumn Richardson are the SBART Athletes of the Week.
Officials Speak Out After ICE Surge Hits Santa Maria
On October 5, Federal Immigration Enforcement arrested at least 17 people across northern Santa Barbara County, including at Allan Hancock College.
