Ventura County Supervisor Carmen Ramirez Killed Friday Evening
She was a staunch advocate for the Oxnard community and the environment.
Author: Jean Yamamura
‘A Big F’ing Deal’: Santa Barbara Rep. Carbajal Praises Climate, Health, and Tax Package
House Democrats pass Inflation Reduction Act to fund climate change and energy measures, health-care subsidies, and drought resiliency for western states.
Summertime Is Street Work Time in Santa Barbara
Roadwork is popping up all over the city, leaving drivers frazzled but promising smooth streets.
Massive Clearing Project Proposed for Los Padres
Forest Service seeks controlled burns and tree thinning across 235,000 acres.
Controversial Forest-Thinning Project Requests Public Comment
Battle lines are being drawn on a 235,000-acre project that will either reduce the fire threat to homes, increase it, or have little effect, depending on one’s point of view.
Annie Fire in Foothills Above Goleta
[Update] The Annie Fire was contained to nine acres in Los Padres National Forest and out by sundown.
Christy Lozano Attempts to Launch a ‘Pod’ School
United Boys & Girls Club backs away until its executive committee makes a decision to host the school or not.
New Federal Oil and Gas Leasing on Hold on Central Coast
Lawsuits temporarily halt leases until greater environmental review of fracking takes place, including in Santa Barbara County.
Congress Votes to Give Veterans Expanded Medical Coverage for Toxin Exposure
Passed with bi-partisan support despite Republican opposition.
Free Trolley Rides in Downtown Santa Barbara for Fiesta Friday
The equestrian parade route along Cabrillo Boulevard for El Desfile Histórico will limit parking severely.
