Central Coast’s Largest Insurer Braces for COVID Surge
Cottage Hospital reports zero cases as CenCal Health stocks up on COVID monitoring devices.
Nick Welsh
Recent Stories
Timing of Purdue Pharma’s $8 Billion Settlement Is Perversely Perfect
With opioid deaths spiking again in response to COVID, Trump needs a credible illusion of a rabbit he can pull out of his hat.
Will Santa Barbara Council Require Higher Eviction Pay for Tenants?
After pandemic protections end, will relocation assistance increase when landlords evict tenants who owe back rent?
Carpinteria’s Ann Louise Bardach Makes Appearance in New HBO Doc ‘537 Votes’
The nationally acclaimed journalist’s career-spanning notes are now available as part of UC Santa Barbara’s Special Research Collections.
Lawsuit Against Hoop-House Ordinance Shot Down
Coalition for Responsible Cannabis sought to restore restrictions for cannabis growers.
Santa Barbara’s State Street to Get Electric Bike Share Program
City Council voted to allow plan for the second time.
Starshine Roshell Versus a Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy in Santa Barbara School Board Race
Brian Campbell and Elrawd MacLearn Charge Unfair Words from Famous Columnist
Cars Are Basic Takes on Olive Mill Road Roundabout; Roundabout Wins
Santa Barbara City Council unanimously rejects appeal contesting validity of environmental review for project.
Battle over Ballot Drop Boxes Commences
The California Secretary of State has issued a cease-and-desist warning to organizations operating unofficial collection boxes.
National Police Foundation Chair Barney Melekian Announces Panel to Reimagine Policing
Santa Barbara County administrator is involved in national effort to address race and law enforcement.
