California Insurance Commissioner Promises Action for Fire and Flood Victims
Homeowners having troubles with insurance companies can get free help from state officials.
Nick Welsh
Recent Stories
Hospice of Santa Barbara Steps Up Intake and Counselors
It takes much longer than a few weeks to overcome grief and stress in the wake of disaster.
New Bike Lane Runs Along Cota Street
Lauded for safety features and wideness, the new route connects Milpas to Chapala.
Dario Pini’s Lawyer Questions Validity of Inspections
Attorneys for the embattled landlord dispute the number of infractions in city’s report.
A Professor Explains the Geology Behind the Montecito Disaster
Ed Keller walks us through what caused the violent mudslides in Santa Barbara County.
Allan Ghitterman Dies
The tough but approachable attorney was 93.
Santa Barbara’s Drought Never Left
When bad news is good news.
Los Angeles Philharmonic Delivers the Goods
Joseph Pereira, the in-house percussionist for the L.A. Philharmonic, stole the show with semi-improvisational piece.
Cooked, Steamed, and Half-Baked: Trump’s Speech Regurgitated
The president’s one-handed salute and other adventures in onanism.
Major Shake-Up at the ‘News-Press’
Editor Don Katich steps down; writer Scott Steepleton now reportedly in charge.
