Archives

Cover Story By Ryan P. Cruz, photos by Elaine Sanders | Wed Jul 08, 2026 | 8:00pm

Having a Ball: Santa Barbara Celebrates the World Cup

Soccer fans showed up to bars, restaurants, and public places in droves to cheer on their teams in the world’s biggest sporting event.

Community By Nick Welsh | Wed Jul 08, 2026 | 9:48am

The city’s first woman in a succession of female mayors dedicated her life to public service.

Community By Natalie MacFarlane | Tue Jul 07, 2026 | 3:18pm

Free and discounted breakfasts and lunches are available at 11 locations around town.

Announcement By City of Goleta | Mon Jul 06, 2026 | 4:09pm

Doscientos cincuenta drones iluminaron el cielo para celebrar el 250º aniversario de Estados Unidos el 4 de julio de 2026,

Announcement By City of Goleta | Mon Jul 06, 2026 | 3:59pm

Two-hundred and fifty drones illuminated the sky to celebrate America’s 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, at Dos Pueblos High School’s

Community By Nick Welsh | Tue Jun 30, 2026 | 12:40pm

Santa Barbara County Associations of Governments releases major growth forecast.

Community By Jean Yamamura | Sat Jun 27, 2026 | 9:33pm

Safety issues and size of building tips balance for Goleta planning commissioners considering CUP for new church.

Community By Elaine Sanders | Wed Jun 24, 2026 | 2:52pm

Erin Gomez-Walker succumbs to breast cancer and leaves behind her husband, two sons, and a legacy of health and positivity.

Transportation By Nick Welsh | Tue Jun 23, 2026 | 3:05pm

Alaska Airlines is offering early seating to passengers wearing pride colors.

Community By Elaine Sanders | Mon Jun 22, 2026 | 4:19pm

Day trips will resume July 1, but overnight campers will have to wait.