New Omicron Vaccine Arrives to Santa Barbara
The county placed in the ‘green’ on the CDC’s community disease scale, but COVID-19 hospitalizes dozens of residents.
Author: Jean Yamamura
Body of Missing Ventura Hiker Recovered at Gaviota
Tim Sgrignoli, 29, was found dead not far from Highway 101 following a massive, days-long search.
Californians Dodge Blackouts as Heat Wave Strains State’s Power Grid
City of Santa Barbara saves 10 percent of power at water plants; Hurricane Kay in Baja is expected to bring rain northward.
Manslaughter Charges Dismissed Against ‘Conception’ Captain
Judge permits the refiling of charges, but government prosecutors may opt to appeal.
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.
