How Homelessness Really Happens
It became clear that things like economics, disasters born of climate change, and persons fleeing abusive domestic situations, to name a few, were also contributing factors.
Author: Jean Yamamura
Is It Broken?
The saying “If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it” came to mind when I recently read of the Mission Creek bridge potential demolition.
Santa Barbara Water Follies
Instead of the extravagant and unsustainable desalination effort, the city needs to change course.
Affordable Housing and How to Get There Faster
Universal inclusionary housing could be applied to all housing.
Elated and Energized
I was quite elated to read the news that the San Marcos Foothills property was purchased for preservation.
Earth to Democrats
The tourist-heavy coastal states are much wealthier than middle America.
How to Get a Green Job
Former UCSB counselor Dennis Nord offers tips on finding careers in climate change.
COVID Ain’t Over Till It’s Over
Santa Barbara County’s health director, Van Do-Reynoso, maintains through 15 months of adrenaline and hate mail.
Supes Say Farewell to County Counsel Mike Ghizzoni
The board and staff deliver standing ovation and much teasing.
Subjective Smell
I find it very interesting that one of the big complaints about cannabis cultivation is the smell.
