Manslaughter Charges Dismissed Against ‘Conception’ Captain
Judge permits the refiling of charges, but government prosecutors may opt to appeal.
Recent Stories
McMenemy Trail and Modoc Trees Controversies to Get Public Airing
Meeting of Santa Barbara County trails committee on Tuesday to include disputes new and newer.
Feds Seek to Reverse Offshore Fracking Moratorium off California Coast
Fracking potential persists for Pacific oil platforms in federal waters.
Hot Holiday Weekend Ahead in Santa Barbara County
Electricity conservation requested in late afternoon, and fire alertness advised as humidity drops and winds pick up.
Limón Takes Second Crack at Oil and Gas Well Buffer
Legislation proposes 3,200-foot distance from schools, homes, hospitals, and other community centers.
Heat Warnings for Santa Barbarans Include Hiking the Front Country
Hundred-degree temps forecast for inland areas and 80s at the beaches.
Child Killed in Goleta
Boy was hit by a car near Nectarine Park.
Humility Time for the White Church and Society
We are humbled by the sin of racism and our complicity within its multifaceted systemic poison.
Judge Rules in Favor of State Lands Commission Takeover in Ellwood
No ‘taking’ monies are owed, as Venoco had abandoned a necessary responsibility in Goleta to prevent the release of toxic hydrogen sulfide.
Santa Barbara Triathlon Takes to City, County, State Roads
The weekend swim, bike, and run events span all ages.
