Fire Station on Cutting Block
City fire chief proposes closing Sola Street Fire Station as soon as March 1.
Nick Welsh
Recent Stories
Big, Oily Wallet
Venoco raises $147,000 on behalf of Measure J while opponents raise only $17,000.
Cannabis Conundrum
The City Council is unable to reach an agreement on possible medical marijuana measure.
Whale Tagging the Dog
This week, the Angry Poodle takes on the politics of water agencies.
Only Consensus is No Consensus
The rift remains wide on affordable housing, parking, and density.
Shouting ‘No’ to Oil
Venoco initiative blistered as assault on local control.
Contract Dispute Over Indy Ownership
Editor-in-chief files breach of contract lawsuit last week against publisher in attempt to buy newspaper.
Dead Prezidentz
The Angry Poodle eats up adult ed, barks at Abel Maldonado, and more.
City Hall Looking at $9 Million Shortfall
Tourism bed-tax revenues drop for sixteenth straight month.
Leak Plugged
The Mental Health Association’s construction nightmare cost it $1.8 million
