Lawmakers Move to Impede Offshore Oil Leases
A pair of bills aim to counter the federal government’s new push for production.
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Santa Barbara Experiences a Rainy March, but a Dry Year
Water year only 34 percent of normal for precipitation.
Summerland’s Becker Well Capped
The $1.4-million project has been in the works for three years.
Santa Barbara’s Drought Upgraded from ‘Moderate’ to ‘Severe’
Southern California is recording yet another one of its hottest, driest winters ever.
Steelhead Trout in Santa Ynez Are Getting a $1M Bridge
A state grant will help restore more natural conditions along Quiota Creek.
In Symbolic Vote, County Opposes Offshore Drilling
Santa Barbara becomes 27th county to resist Trump’s plans.
Environmental Defense Center Project Taps Volunteers During Emergencies
Effort receives cash infusion from The Fund for Santa Barbara.
Summerland’s Becker Well Capping Delayed
Water quality remains poor and there’s bad weather ahead.
Rincon Island Being Added to California Coastal Sanctuary
The rocky island jutting just south of La Conchita was a Greka Energy holding.
Big $550,000 Grant Will Pay for Veronica Meadows Restoration
The state Fish & Wildlife money will be used to remediate badly eroded banks.