- The Santa Barbara Independent

News By Nick Welsh | Fri Dec 30, 2016 | 5:00pm

Medical Association Prez Opposes Trump’s Health Czar Nominee

Rep. Tom Price considered a foe to Affordable Care Act, Medicare, and Medicaid.

News By Kelsey Brugger | Fri Dec 30, 2016 | 3:00pm

[UPDATE] One case of the disease was confirmed at Goleta Valley Hospital; 45 contacts identified.

News By Kelsey Brugger | Thu Dec 29, 2016 | 12:00am

First-time Santa Barbara Dem legislator named to leadership team.

News By Osaama Saifi | Wed Dec 28, 2016 | 6:00pm

Dylann Roof trial a clear light on rule of law.

Oil By Jean Yamamura | Wed Dec 28, 2016 | 5:00pm

‘Deepwater Horizon’ blowout’s environmental consequences probed.

News By Nick Welsh | Wed Dec 28, 2016 | 3:45pm

Interviews with prez-elect for Ag post.

Science & Tech By Jean Yamamura | Thu Dec 22, 2016 | 10:00am

Northern Santa Barbara County endangered species needs vernal pools and squirrel burrows to thrive.

News By Nick Welsh | Thu Dec 22, 2016 | 12:00am

Capps steps down after 18 years in congressional trenches.

News By Nick Welsh | Thu Dec 22, 2016 | 12:00am

Majority want to hear various options.

News By Kelsey Brugger | Thu Dec 22, 2016 | 12:00am

Third District supervisor respected on both sides of the aisle.