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.
Author: Ryan P. Cruz
Former Dos Pueblos Coach Justin Sell Faces Another Lawsuit Alleging Abuse
Four more former students file suit against Sell and Santa Barbara Unified School District for enabling sexual abuse from 2005 to 2011.
Kroger–Albertsons Merger Halted by Federal Judge
California Attorney General Rob Bonta celebrated the decision to halt the proposed $25 billion “megamerger.”
Celebrate Winter Solstice with Artisans and Allies Indigenous Market
The SPACE will host its first seasonal market in downtown Santa Barbara on December 15.
Plans for 44-Room Hotel in Santa Barbara Survive Appeal
Concerns were raised over the hotel’s mixed-use designation and underground parking lot.
Big Things Are Happening in Downtown Carpinteria
Story poles go up for Surfliner Inn; The Palms restaurant is approved; and Linden Square is set to open in 2025.
It’s Official: Santa Barbara City Council Election Results Certified
Wendy Santamaria claims the Eastside District seat, while incumbents win in the other two council races.
How to Start Solving Santa Barbara’s Housing Crisis
As City Council begins to narrow down a list of solutions, the debate over rent stabilization continues.
Motorcyclist Dead After Collision with Guardrail on Highway 154
California Highway Patrol reported the fatal incident early Friday morning near East Camino Cielo.
Housing Crisis Takes Spotlight for Santa Barbara City Council
After a delayed hearing, the Housing Crisis Task Force will present its findings on December 3.
