UC Santa Barbara Returns Commencements to Original Location After Public Pushback
The university announced that ceremonies will be held on the Commencement Green and will allow 12 guests per student.
Author: Ryan P. Cruz
Can a Sales-Tax Measure Solve Santa Barbara’s Budget Woes?
The city is pursuing a ballot measure to allow voters to decide on a half-cent sales tax that could net $15 million annually.
Outdoor School at Camp Rancho Alegre Back Open After Devastating 2017 Fire
Camp to reopen for the first time for the 2024-2025 school year following extensive reconstruction.
Renters Speak Out on Housing Crisis as City Presses Charges on Landlord
Isla Vista and West Beach residents struggle with displacement, rent hikes, and renovictions.
City of Santa Barbara Trudges Through Budget Reviews
Council hears projections for the Fiscal Year 2025 enterprise budgets, including the failing Downtown Parking Fund.
City of Santa Barbara Grants $5M Loan Toward Low-Income Housing Near La Cumbre
The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara will build 48 units at former medical offices.
Budget Season Underway in City of Santa Barbara
The City Council tackles the projected $7.1 million general fund deficit, department by department.
Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu Taking Santa Barbara to Court over Tax Dispute
Big streaming companies allege that the city illegally charged more than $640,000 with its “cable television” tax.
City of Santa Barbara Considers Ballot Measure for Half-Cent Sales-Tax Increase
Increase could net $15.6 million a year to fund public services if approved by voters in November.
Santa Barbara County Approves Rezones for South Coast After Marathon Planning Effort
The Board of Supervisors chose 28 sites that could bring more than 5,000 units of housing to unincorporated areas of the county.
