New Laird Law Protects Aging and Disability Services on Central Coast
Governor Gavin Newsom today signed Senate Bill 1261 by Senator John Laird, legislation to protect continued access to critical services
Year: 2026
ON Culture: My Superbowl — and Superstar — Season!
ON the Stage Carlos Santana’s return to the Bowl last weekend — after an 18 year absence (!) — brought out Santa
How the Most Powerful Woman in California Government Is Making Her Mark on the Legislature
While Santa Barbara’s Sen. Monique Limón doesn’t have a blockbuster legislative victory to show for her first year as pro tem, her biggest win so far is her popularity with Senate colleagues. Unlike her predecessor, who was known as a micromanager, Limón’s egalitarian, “govern by consensus” approach has kept her caucus in lockstep.
The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is Burning Plants — For Science
Meet the new fire scientist finding native species that withstand flames.
Toony Lunes Follies
‘Coyote v. Acme’ revamps and deconstructs the Looney Tunes classic, in a witty form suitable for the “kidult” crowd.
City of Solvang Union Members’ Strike Continues Through Weekend
Danish Days celebrations continued as planned.
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Trump’s Mail-In Voting Limits as November Election Nears
Gov. Gavin Newsom celebrated the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision shooting down President Trump’s proposal to restrict mail-in voting just before the November midterm election.
Stout Defense Leads the Charge for Dos Pueblos in 23-6 Victory Against Crescenta Valley
The Chargers will travel to Hueneme on October 2.
Santa Barbara Air Attack Soars as Dons Dominate San Marcos 48-3 in Big Game
Santa Barbara improves to 41-24-1 all-time against San Marcos.
City of Santa Barbara to Loan School District $1M for Employee Housing at Former Parma School Site
The city’s loan, which goes before the City Council on Tuesday for final approval, will buttress the development of 30 units for S.B. Unified teachers and staff.
