Forced Medications at Santa Barbara County Jail?
Mental-health advocates voice concern over new jailhouse strategy.
Author: Nick Welsh
Coronavirus Cancels One Cruise Ship in Santa Barbara, 10 More to Go
No confirmed cases but COVID-19 presence assumed; groups and individuals taking own precautions.
‘Grand Princess’ Cruise Ship Visit Canceled amid Coronavirus Concerns
Stop in Santa Barbara canceled for ship carrying 21 passengers infected with the coronavirus.
The Coronavirus Wipes Out Trader Joe’s Toilet Paper in Santa Barbara
Can Vice President Pence stop the panic over the coronavirus?
Council Declares Vacation Rental Emergency
Short-term vacation rental owner James Fenkner slammed City Council over ordinance “end run.”
Cottage to Open 10 Urgent Care Clinics
The first one is slated to open this summer in Hollister Village across the street from the Camino Real
mall.
Candidates React to Election-Night Results
Winners, losers, and runoffs for Santa Barbara County’s 1st and 3rd District, 37th Assembly District, State Senate, Congress, and Presidential Primary.
City Finance Czar Bob Samario Retires
Longtime Santa Barbara administrator had been on paid administrative leave since November for unknown reasons.
Council Hits ‘Big Fat Pause Button’ on 5G Antennas
Santa Barbara City Council reverses course and decides to delay vote on Verizon licensing agreement.
State Street’s Biggest Landlord Comes Up Short
Santa Barbara City Council voted unanimously to extend the downtown business assessment, despite opposition from property owner Jim Knell.
