Toys for Tots Drive Begins Across Santa Barbara County
The county will be collecting donations for the annual Toys for Tots drive at locations in both Santa Barbara and Santa Maria through December 17.
Recent Stories
Deal or No Deal: Santa Barbara City Council to Vote on Paseo Nuevo
On December 2, the City Council will consider entering an agreement to allow redevelopment of the downtown mall.
Santa Barbara Promotes Familiar Face to Serve as New City Attorney
Assistant City Attorney John Doimas will take the spot of outgoing City Attorney Sarah Knecht.
Rapid Response Hotline Reports More than 1,000 Immigration Arrests on Central Coast
More than 300 in Santa Barbara County were arrested by federal law enforcement since January 14, 2025.
Coastal Commission Approves Controversial Rezones of Carpinteria Ag Land
Three parcels just outside of Carpinteria city limits were rezoned for housing, despite strong opposition from city residents and officials.
United Boys & Girls Club of Santa Barbara County Welcomes Teens for Career Fair
The first-ever Career Fair Expo at the Goleta Club inspired youth to learn about potential career opportunities.
Donation Drive to Support Central Coast Families as ICE Raids Continue
Donations will be accepted at Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop on Friday and Saturday.
Paseo Nuevo Redevelopment: The Next Steps
Is the plan for the redevelopment of the downtown Santa Barbara mall being rushed through to approval?
Architectural Board Not Satisfied with 443-Unit La Cumbre Plaza Project
Boardmembers said the proposal for housing at the former Sears building lacks the authentic Santa Barbara style.
ICE Arrests Continue on Central Coast, Despite Government Shutdown
The 805 Rapid Response Hotline reported 900 combined arrests in Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura counties since January.
