Slow-Growth Activist Harriett Phillips Dies
As part of Citizens for the Goleta Valley, she famously wrangled with the developers behind the Bacara.
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Tucker Carlson Saves the World
Fox commentator Tucker Carlson talked Trump out of dropping bombs.
Rental Affordability Requirement Passes Unanimously
The City Council voted 7-0 for more affordable housing for middle-income workers.
20 Tons of Cannabis Seized During Four-Day Raid
The Sheriff’s Cannabis Compliance Team led massive bust in Buellton.
Carbajal Endorses Beto for President
The former Texas congressmember Beto O’Rourke is one of 24 Democratic presidential nominees for 2020.
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission Reopens
Following a $12 million remodel, the new-and-improved shelter will now offer 88 beds for men and 34 beds for women.
County Supervisors Wrestle with Homelessness
Big problems beget big plans for Santa Barbara’s homeless population.
Santa Barbara County Gets $6 Million Diversion Grant
County gets $6 million diversion grant for the co-response team, a new sober center, and more chill-out beds.
Carpinteria City Council Throws Down Over Cannabis
County Supervisor Das Williams defends reputation at marathon vent fest.
One Small Step to Liven Up Downtown
Santa Barbara businesses will no longer be charged for putting tables and chairs on city sidewalks.
