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.
Recent Stories
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.
Santa Barbara County Adds $240,000 for Immigrant Legal Defense Center
The Board of Supervisors agreed to a last minute request by Supervisor Laura Capps to fund mental health support.
Santa Barbara Selected for Bloomberg Philanthropies $100k Asphalt Art Grant
The intersection of State and Carrillo streets will receive custom design and safety improvements.
Books and Boards: Santa Barbara Library Summer Kickoff at Lighthouse Skate Shop
The library launched its busy summer of teen activities with a community event on State Street.
Central Coast Leaders Speak Out on Trump’s Immigration Agenda
Representative Salud Carbajal blasted the operations of the past week, calling them “completely unjustified” and “deeply harmful.”
Santa Barbara City Budget Falls into Place Without Major Cuts
City Council moves forward on its two-year budget with an additional $2 million per year for affordable housing.
