And They’re Off
Chamber of Commerce director Steve Cushman’s vow to run for mayor makes an already crowded race that much tighter.
Author: Nick Welsh
Disorder in the Court
A judge ruled a Montecito resident into the care of a public guardian despite objections from her and supporters.
Of Ashes and Airbases
Fire chiefs and Forest Service officials met to talk about controversial Santa Maria Airport’s role in wildfire air strikes.
Cottage Wins Housing Squabble
Cottage Hospital won a key legal victory that will allow it to move forward with plans to build 115 units of housing at the site of the abandoned St. Francis Hospital.
Air Base Anxiety
Fire chiefs are nervous about the new air tanker contract.
City Council Squeezes Affordable Housing from Smaller Projects
A new ordinance targets two- to nine-unit constructions and conversions.
Homeless Cite Increase in Violence
At a time when Santa Barbara City Hall is under political pressure to tighten laws against panhandling, advocates for the homeless claim there’s an alarming increase in incidents of violence directed against homeless people.
Gathering Winds Delay Total Containment
Firefighting resources marshaled along eastern and western flanks.
Firefighters Gird for the Worst
Cool breezes are blowing, but fire crews know that could change at any moment.
Emergency Center Evacuated; Jail Inmates Won’t Be Moved
Cottage Hospital is reportedly quiet but prepared for possible increased activity.
