New State Housing Laws Could Have Big Impact on Santa Barbara
Senate Bill 9 would allow homeowners to split their single family homes into four units.
Author: Jun Starkey
88 Infected in Latest COVID Outbreak at Santa Barbara County Jail
Since August, 83 inmates and five staff have tested positive.
Hotel Californian Sold to Vineyard, Entertainment Company Owner Bill Foley
The 121-room state street hotel was sold for an undisclosed amount on September 1.
Goleta Man Arrested for Attempted Murder
The victim was reportedly stabbed several times before riding his bike to Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.
Los Padres National Forest to Remain Closed Until September 22
The Los Padres National Forest is to remain closed until Sept. 22 to reduce the chance of a new fire breaking out while sources are strained.
38 Students, 14 Employees in Santa Barbara School District Test Positive for COVID-19
The district has begun testing for elementary students due to the higher rate of COVID among that age group.
SBCC Academic Senate Disputes Allegation of Brown Act Violation over No Confidence Vote
Academic Senate President Raeanne Napoleon sought secondary legal counsel to confirm if the senate violated the Brown Act to confirm the resolution for the vote.
Buellton Man Allegedly Breaks into Home of County Fire’s Public Information Officer
Homowner Mike Eliason allegedly observed the man via his home surveillance system breaking a back window to enter the house.
Suspected Masked Burglar Arrested at North Milpas Jewelry Store
Santa Barbara man allegedly attempted to enter the jewelry store’s roof using power tools.
Lompoc Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter for Fatal Car Crash
Michael James Culligan, 30, drove and crashed a stolen vehicle while under the influence of drugs, killing one motorist and severely injuring the passenger.