Missile Defense Test Deemed a Success
Vandenberg launches kill vehicle to intercept dummy nuke.
Author: Nick Welsh
Macias Found Guilty of Torture and Meth Sales
Jury deadlocked on extortion and kidnapping charges.
Prosecutor Michael Carrozzo Appointed to Bench
Takes Santa Barbara Superior Court seat after Judge George Eskin’s retirement.
Chromium 6 Cursing Santa Ynez Water District
Long-term agricultural customers may lose their supplies.
‘Big Homie’ or Bumbling Gang Boss?
Santa Maria jurors to determine who the real Ray Macias is.
Curbing Young Urban Travelers
Poop-and-pee ordinance proposed; sitting and lying laws may be enhanced.
No Country for Old Dogs
Poodle crosses party lines in an act of political vandalism but comes up short.
Department of Justice Investigating Capps Rep
The congresswoman’s office dismisses News-Press allegations as “tabloid media coverage.”
City Fights for Desalination Plant Permits
Officials travel to Sacramento to make their case with state regulatory agencies.
Shark Sighting Prompts Warnings
A great white was spotted near Leadbetter Beach on Sunday.
