‘More than Enough’ COVID-19 Tests, Say County Health Officials
There are currently more than 1,700 collection kits in Santa Barbara County to test symptomatic patients.
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Santa Barbara County Animal Services’ Response to COVID-19
In an effort to keep shelter animals, staff, and the community safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, Santa Barbara County Animal
Santa Barbara County K-12 Schools Closing Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
More than 67,000 students in the county will be out of public school, starting Monday.
Ventura County Declares Local Health Emergency
Public Health Department says decision is in light of the increased spread of COVID-19 and Gov. Newsom’s Declared State of Emergency.
Social Distancing at the Movies and Cancellations Around Town
Granada, Earl Warren Showgrounds, Public Library, A&L, and others cancel events.
Coronavirus Closes Higher Ed, Lower Schools Remain Open
Higher learning goes virtual while lower schools keep kids in class.
Cruise Lines Continue to Cancel Trips in Wake of COVID-19
So far, seven of the 10 cruises remaining for Santa Barbara have been canceled.
Inmate Grievances Down at County Jail
Medical and mental-health complaints decreased nearly 40 percent in 2019.
Are Santa Barbara Schools Getting Less Safe?
Weapons- and violence-related suspensions are on the rise.
UCSB Goes to Virtual Teaching due to Coronavirus Worries
Finals are next week, spring quarter to begin on-line only, Chancellor Yang announced.
