Santa Ynez Valley’s ‘Polar Bear Dip’ Makes Waves
The Santa Ynez Community Aquatics Foundation raises $5 million toward a new aquatics complex for the valley.
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Isla Vista’s Park District Celebrates Newly Renovated ‘Peaceful’ Pardall Gardens
The first capital improvement project in 14 years, the renovation created a space where folks can hold events and enjoy quiet moments surrounded by native plants.
Santa Barbara County Supervisors Pass Ordinances to Streamline Permitting Process
Changes include increasing the height limit to 45 feet for residential areas with a density of 20 units per acre, creating exceptions to design reviews for some ADUs, and increasing the required open space for some projects.
Ashlee Buzzard, Accused of Murdering Daughter Melodee, Appears in Lompoc Court Again
Judge Stephen Dunkle extends a gag order that bars law enforcement from talking about the case for the duration of the trial.
KEYT Workers Accuse Parent Company of Stonewalling During Contract Negotiations
At a press conference on the steps of Santa Barbara City Hall, union members say that KEYT’s parent company, News-Press & Gazette, isn’t coming to the table to negotiate.
Here Today, Gone Tomorrow: What Happens After an ICE Arrest
Jupiter Castillo, a UC Santa Barbara graduate and healthcare worker, shares his experience of detention and deportation.
Santa Barbara Board of Supervisors Approve 72-Hour Festival Ban over Deltopia Weekend
The ordinance would still allow a sanctioned event through a government organization, like the IVCSD.
Ashlee Buzzard Appears in Lompoc Court After Pleading Not Guilty to Daughter Melodee’s Murder
Buzzard is scheduled to return to court for a preliminary hearing setting on January 21.
Santa Barbara’s Polar Dip Brings Out Hundreds to Welcome 2026
Event organizer Hugh Margerum said more than 400 people attended, from visitors to locals alike.
Santa Barbara’s Polar Dip Is Officially Back
Update: The “rain or shine” event is still on for January 1 at Leadbetter Beach, says organizer, though public health officials warn of potential health risks associated with stormwater.
