Jean Yamamura, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

News By Jean Yamamura | Tue Aug 20, 2019 | 3:19pm

Planned Parenthood Rejects Federal Funds

‘Gag rule’ against abortion counseling a bridge too far.

News By Jean Yamamura | Tue Aug 20, 2019 | 9:46am

Takes message to cities as crews change out equipment and trim back trees.

Letters By Diana Simpson, Summerland | Mon Aug 19, 2019 | 5:24pm

About a month ago, I had to say goodbye to my sweet cat Reggie.

Letters By Bob Cunningham, S.B. | Mon Aug 19, 2019 | 6:05am

Admittedly, the review process can be difficult for applicants.

Opinion By Linda Eckerbom Cole | Mon Aug 19, 2019 | 5:17am

Program to develop farming in refugee camps depends on a dedicated staff.

Letters By Larry Bishop, Buellton | Mon Aug 19, 2019 | 5:10am

A recent BNP Paribas Bank analysis predicts that oil prices are poised to crash due to future low demand.

Letters By Sarah McLean, Goleta | Sun Aug 18, 2019 | 5:43am

Who are these insiders?

Letters By Phoenix Hocking, Carpinteria | Sun Aug 18, 2019 | 5:27am

For you young whippersnappers out there, I have a few words of advice.

Opinion By Supervisor Das Williams | Sun Aug 18, 2019 | 3:41am

When are we going to take the threat of white supremacy, toxic masculinity, and their ties to domestic terrorism seriously?

Opinion By Robert Sulnick | Sat Aug 17, 2019 | 9:49am

We are witnessing the leader of the Free World constantly, on social media and television, fostering racism.