Santa Barbara City Council Honors Outgoing Member, Welcomes New Face
Alejandra Gutierrez received a fond farewell, while Wendy Santamaria was sworn in to begin her term on city council.
Recent Stories
Reviving the Art of the Ancient Maya Forest Gardens
UC Santa Barbara archaeologist Dr. Anabel Ford works to restore ancient forestry in Belize.
Santa Barbara Swimmers Start 2025 with (Unofficial) Polar Dip Tradition
The event was technically canceled due to lack of permits, but dozens still showed up to swim on January 1.
South Coast Hotels See Healthy Increase Near End of 2024
Santa Barbara County hotels are showing increases in revenue and occupancy compared to 2023.
Heavy Winds Cause Power Outages, Downed Trees on Christmas Eve
Santa Barbara and Goleta were hit with a sudden weather event on Tuesday morning.
Holiday Heroes Making Sure Mail Arrives in Time
Santa Barbara’s postal workers are in high-speed overdrive to process and distribute mail during the holidays.
Ryan P. Cruz’s 2024 in Review
Our reporter shares his favorite stories of the year.
Live Oak Unitarian Helps Community Stay Warm with ‘Chase the Chill’
Hundreds of scarves, hats, socks, and gloves are available at locations throughout Goleta and Isla Vista
Surfliner Inn Project Back on Track in Downtown Carpinteria
The 36-room hotel passes through preliminary review despite public debate and concerns over parking.
How Will New State Crime Laws Shake Out in Santa Barbara County?
Harsher punishments for theft and drug-related crimes go into effect December 18.
