James Joyce III Proposes Mayoral Campaign Spending Limits
The Santa Barbara mayoral candidate argued his proposed restrictions would help curb the influence of special interests in future city elections.
Author: Nick Welsh
Downtown Dirty and Scary? Give Me a Break
Watching the great city council debate between incumbent councilmember Kristen Sneddon and challenger Barret Reed, Yogi Berra’s great quote —
Toro Creek Cleanup: Slow-Moving Train Wreck
Bureaucrats squabble while contamination spreads.
How Much COVID Testing Is Just Right?
A Santa Barbara doctor works to find the answer.
Cresco Cannabis Odor Scrubbers Pass Planning Commission’s Smell Test
The promise of state-of-the-art odor control gets proposed greenhouse unanimous approval.
New Survey to Assess Mental Health Needs During Pandemic
Information provided by residents will guide Santa Barbara County toward needed programs.
Housing Prices Skyrocket, Homeless Camps Increase
County supes created an “encampment response” czar.
Carpinteria Cannabis Peace Accord?
Two long-feuding groups reach a binding accord.
Hotelier Pat Nesbitt’s Helipad Woes Worsen
Santa Barbara Judge Thomas Anderle rejected the Summerland polo patron’s complaint against the county supervisors.
Vaccine or Testing for Santa Barbara County Workers
Supervisors say it’s a choice, not a mandate.
