Nick Welsh, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Angry Poodle By Nick Welsh | Wed Mar 31, 2021 | 11:05am

Is Santa Barbara Skyline Going Sky High?

New proposals for affordable rentals spark City Council debate.

News By Nick Welsh | Wed Mar 31, 2021 | 10:00am

City Council authorizes $92,000 for plans to revamp outdoor performing space at Plaza del Mar Park.

Courts & Crime By Nick Welsh | Tue Mar 30, 2021 | 10:09am

Shelter-in-place alert discontinued late Monday night following a multi-hour manhunt.

Community By Nick Welsh | Mon Mar 29, 2021 | 6:50pm

Santa Barbara Police have identified the woman hit and killed by a train last Friday near State Street and Hollister Road.

Education By Nick Welsh | Thu Mar 25, 2021 | 4:22pm

But the ruling shows former superintendent Cary Matsuoka lied about the incident he was punished for.

News By Nick Welsh | Wed Mar 24, 2021 | 2:40pm

More people are living on city streets.

Transportation By Nick Welsh | Wed Mar 24, 2021 | 12:25pm

Santa Barbara’s Historic Landmarks Commission calls project just plain goofy.

News By Nick Welsh | Wed Mar 24, 2021 | 10:18am

The owners of the 26-year-old club announced they are pulling the plug on March 31 due to COVID-related financial pressures.

Homeless By Nick Welsh | Wed Mar 24, 2021 | 9:35am

Block grants worth $1.7 million are going to many organizations.

Community By Nick Welsh | Mon Mar 22, 2021 | 6:07pm

Santa Barbara officials vow to continue their “due diligence” of investigating its allegations.