Santa Barbara Activist Among Victims of Reported Attack in West Bank
A Palestinian man was reportedly sexually assaulted, and two international activists were allegedly tied and beaten by Israeli settlers on March 13.
Recent Stories
Unraveling the Legacy of César Chávez on the Central Coast
Leaders spoke out after revelations of sexual abuse allegations; the City of Santa Barbara will consider changing the name of Calle César Chávez.
Santa Barbara Increases Cannabis Sales Tax Rate by 2 Percent
The City Council voted 5-2 to bump the cannabis retail tax rate from 6 to 8 percent, despite concerns over a potential decline in sales.
Santa Barbara Reckons with Shortfall in Affordable Housing Goals
Market-rate production far outpaces affordable housing; the city is at 10 percent of its eight-year goal of 8,001 units.
City of Santa Barbara to Hire Consultant for Rent Stabilization Ordinance
The city approved a $65,105 contract to conduct research and guide planning of a citywide rent cap ordinance.
Santa Barbara Soccer Fans Win World Cup Tickets on ‘Golden Call’
Jacob Lauderdale, a soccer fan born and raised in Santa Barbara, was surprised with free pitchside access tickets in a Verizon video chat giveaway with U.S. soccer star Gisele Thompson.
Santa Barbara Unveils Design for Downtown Asphalt Art Project
The city worked with artists Eddie Jiménez and Irene Ramirez to create a Zapotec-inspired public display for the intersection of State and Carrillo streets.
Santa Barbara City Council, Police Deal with Fallout of ICE Enforcement
City works to reaffirm its commitment to immigrants, while community members share frustrations with the lack of response.
Setting the Stage for Santa Barbara’s State Street Master Plan
The city council will weigh in on the new modular design in April as the city approaches the next stage of the review process.
Santa Barbara’s Short-Term Rental Program Inches Forward Despite Concerns
The Planning Commission voted 4-2 to advance the ordinance to the Ordinance Committee with a long list of suggestions.
