Supervisors Hart and Williams Push Eviction Protections
As the spread of COVID-19 throws people into economic uncertainty, Santa Barbara County supervisors put forward Urgency Ordinance.
Brian Osgood
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Sheltering in Place for People with No Shelter
Scrambling to address homeless people’s needs during the time of the coronavirus.
County Amends Programs and Services in Response to COVID-19
Santa Barbara County services will focus on online resources through April 3.
Philanthropists Give $1 Million to Combat Viral Economic Losses
New response effort led by Santa Barbara Foundation, United Way, Hutton Parker Foundation pledges to help people and groups in Santa Barbra County.
Governor Newsom Orders ‘Shelter in Place’ for Entire State
Essential services like grocery stores still available, authorities urge smart practices.
Federal and State Tax-Payment Deadlines Extended to July 15
Deadlines were pushed back in response to the instability that’s been caused by the COVID-19 crisis.
Channel Islands National Park Releases Modified Guidelines for COVID-19
Islands now only accessible by private vessels, visitor center in Ventura Harbor shuts down.
Tunnel Trail Closed for Rockfall Hazard
Edison cliff wall-gouging leads to closure from instability caused by recent storms.
City Announces Closure of Public Counters
Services available online, over the phone, or via dropbox until further notice.
Worker at County Jail Tests Positive for COVID-19
Twelve staff members, including four custody deputies, are quarantined at home after potential exposure.
