UC Student Researchers Union Gains Recognition
Threaten strike, university system acquiesces, contract under negotiation.
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Remembering Desmond Tutu
As the world mourns the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, the ‘Independent’ remembers his travels through Santa Barbara.
Deputies Bring Holiday Cheer to Hedges House of Hope in Isla Vista
Isla Vista Foot Patrol honors Father Jon Hedges with donations of essential items to the shelter.
SBCC Provides Debt Relief to Students Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic
The Fresh Start Initiative provides funds to clear any outstanding student balances for current and former students.
Slick Off Platform Holly Confirmed to Be a Natural Seep
Fish & Wildlife chemical analysis determined the source of oil spotted December 10.
Outbreak at Main Jail Has Found 81 Positive Cases in Two Weeks
The latest update reported 22 more COVID-positive inmates since Tuesday.
Santa Barbara Celebrates Its Cultural Heritage with Las Posadas Events
Una Noches de las Posadas honors Mexican tradition with music, family, and food.
County Fire Lands $6.44 Million Grant to Tame Tepusquet
Safety to be increased and vegetation reduced by cutting, mowing, fire, and herbivores over the next four years.
Goleta Takes UCSB to Court over Housing Inadequacies
Three years of talks end in a lawsuit to enforce the Long Range Development Plan settlement agreement.
New Owner to Buy Ellwood Cooper Ranch Portion
Goleta historian concerned ‘Ellwood Queen’ tree is unprotected from the ax.
