Callie Fausey, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Callie Fausey

News Reporter

After a brief hiatus to get her degree, Callie Fausey returned to her hometown in 2022 to work for the Santa Barbara Independent and now covers the two big E’s: education and environment. Although her official beat is news, she loves to lend her voice and her ear to the arts and culture department.

Recent Stories

Courts & Crime By Callie Fausey | Fri Jan 16, 2026 | 10:54am

Former UCSB Student Body President Sues School over Alleged Anti-Semitic Harassment

Tessa Veksler, former Associated Student body president, claims she was threatened and abused on campus as a result of her Jewish identity.

Housing By Callie Fausey | Thu Jan 15, 2026 | 10:54am

Retired Santa Barbara County Fire Marshal Speaks Out Against Painted Cave Housing Development

Former Fire Marshal Rob Hazard cites fire risks and inadequate infrastructure in appeal to the County Planning Commission.

Courts & Crime By Callie Fausey | Thu Jan 15, 2026 | 10:39am

Isla Vista Resident Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

The 19-year-old suspect was booked on January 8 in connection to distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material.

Environment By Callie Fausey | Tue Jan 13, 2026 | 10:00am

Only Two Butterflies Recorded at Goleta’s Ellwood Mesa

Extremely low count likely due to recent storms and other factors.

Health By Callie Fausey | Sat Jan 10, 2026 | 7:59pm

Santa Barbara Health Department Rejects Federal Vaccine Removals

State and County Health departments will continue to follow “evidence-based recommendations” despite changes to national immunization schedule.

Public Safety By Callie Fausey | Thu Jan 08, 2026 | 4:09pm

National Weather Service Issues Warnings for High Winds in Santa Barbara County

Damaging winds and gusts of up to 60 mph on Thursday threaten to blow down trees and power lines on heels of the past weeks’ storms.

Business By Callie Fausey | Thu Jan 08, 2026 | 2:09pm

Cantwell’s Makes a Comeback in Downtown Santa Barbara

Cantwell’s Market & Deli at the corner of Arrellaga and State streets is back in its former space following the Isla Vista Food Co-op’s decision to end its lease at the location.