Two Schools of Thought on Teacher Salaries
S.B. Unified teachers make 20-25 percent less than their counterparts elsewhere.
Author: Keith Hamm
El Niño’s First Storm
Downpour blasts residents but leaves Lake Cachuma thirsty.
Oprah Purchases Seamair Farm
The 23-acre equestrian estate had belonged to Mary Dell Olin Pritzlaff.
Homeless Shelter Plan Remains Elusive
Officials say they’re unsure how many people to plan for.
El Niño Makes Landfall
Heavy storm floods roads and brings concern over mudslides.
Gibraltar Fire Was Arson
Investigators ask public to help identify possible suspect or suspects.
Solimar Beach Braces for El Niño Landslides
Solimar Fire prompted emergency-response teams to prep for heavy rain.
Orfalea School Food Program Given High Marks
Initiative added more fruits and vegetables to campus kitchens.
Former Special-Ed Teacher Sues School District
Emily Murray claims she was let go after blowing whistle on violations.
Montecito Fire District Purchasing New Lot
Agency plans to build a new station for better response times.
