Fired Los Padres National Forest Worker Faces Off with Elon Musk
Wildlife biologist Benjamin Vizzachero capitalizes on the rare opportunity to confront the billionaire whose self-proclaimed pursuit of “efficiency” cost him his job.
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Carbajal and Schiff Weigh in Against Sable Offshore
The congressmember and U.S. senator send a letter to Governor Newsom opposing the oil company’s plans to restart offshore oil operations in Santa Barbara County.
Fired Channel Islands Worker Speaks out at Protest Against Cuts to National Parks
Marine ecologist Kenan Chan joined around 300 protesters outside the Channel Islands National Park Visitor’s Center on Wednesday.
Santa Barbara’s Sheila Lodge Recognized for Her 36 Years of Service
The city’s former mayor, councilmember, and planning commissioner thanks the community for the “privilege, opportunity, and honor of serving this great city.”
‘No More DOGE’ Protests in Santa Barbara
About 225 people arrived to Saturday’s demonstration organized by Carpinteria Indivisible, waving signs against Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s involvement in the federal government at the invitation of the Trump administration.
Vandenberg Space Force Base Scrubbing DEI-Related Content from Social Media Accounts
Vandenberg announces it will be reviewing and removing posts to “align with the President’s executive orders” and the Department of Defense’s priorities.
Santa Barbara County Supervisors Approve $56,000 Pay Increase for Themselves
Several supervisors decry an “ugly” campaign of “misinformation” ahead of Tuesday’s vote.
California Lawmakers Scramble to Fix ‘Lemon’ Vehicle Law — Again
California lawmakers are rushing to fix last year’s controversial changes to the state’s lemon law, which critics say weakened protections for car buyers.
‘Eject Elon’: Protesters Assemble Outside Santa Barbara Tesla Dealership
Saturday’s protest was one of many hitting Tesla dealerships and showrooms across the nation.
Presidents’ Day Protests Pop Up on South Coast
Protests were held Monday in Santa Barbara and Carpinteria, where protesters chanted, waved signs, and otherwise denounced Donald J. Trump.