Thousands of L.A. Wildfire Evacuees Find Shelter, Support in Santa Barbara
Hotels are filled with people fleeing the Los Angeles fires, while community organizations jump to offer help.
Recent Stories
Carpinteria Man Arrested After Allegedly Hitting Elderly Neighbor, Threatening Deputies
The Sheriff’s Special Enforcement Team recovered a loaded handgun and shotgun and ballistic vest during the arrest.
Santa Barbara Fire Crews Continue to Assist in Los Angeles Wildfires
More than 35,000 acres have burned, at least 10 people have been killed, and thousands of structures destroyed in the most destructive fire in LA history.
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.
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.
