Carpinteria Community Packs City Hall in Response to Immigration Raids
The public meeting served as a healing space following a chaotic clash at Glass House Farms Thursday.
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Update: Federal Agents Deploy Smoke Bombs into Crowds During Raids of Glass House Farms Locations on Central Coast
Homeland security and ICE agents were seen taking farmworkers into custody in Carpinteria and Camarillo Thursday morning; city councilmember injured and congressmember denied entry as large crowd protests raid at cannabis farm.
ICE Arrests Continue in Santa Barbara and Carpinteria
Federal agents refused to identify themselves in videotaped interactions on July 6 and 7.
An American Dream Fulfilled
As Cody’s Café celebrates its 30th anniversary, owner Martín Renteria reflects on his long road to taking over one of Santa Barbara’s favorite diners.
ICE Back in Santa Barbara and Goleta Ahead of Fourth of July
Unmarked vehicles were spotted in Goleta and Eastside Santa Barbara early Wednesday morning.
Cannabis Isn’t Bringing In the Green in Santa Barbara County
The third quarter report showed tax revenues fell below the expected projections for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
Santa Barbara Grand Jury Calls for Stronger Enforcement of Street Vendors
An investigation found dangerous food-handling practices; the Grand Jury asked for more frequent inspections.
County of Santa Barbara Arts Fund to Move Out of La Cumbre Plaza
The Community Gallery space will shut its doors after three years, as the Arts Fund switches gears to embrace a “flexible future.”
Immigration Enforcement Shakes Up Communities of Santa Barbara County
Videos of ICE agents in Santa Barbara, Goleta, and Santa Maria spark a new wave of fear.
Santa Barbara City Budget Stumbles Across Finish Line
The city council adopted the budget in a 4-3 vote, despite concerns over future projected deficits.
