Santa Barbara–Based YouTube Star Addresses Accusations with Ukulele Song Apology
Colleen Ballinger, known for her satirical character “Miranda Sings,” received backlash for allegedly forming inappropriate relationships with her teenage fans.
Recent Stories
Carpinteria’s Santa Claus Lane Bikeway Will Be Open for Summer
The new multipurpose path connecting Santa Claus Lane to Carpinteria Avenue will be open temporarily from June 30 through Labor Day.
Santa Barbara Will Keep Its Downtown Parklet Experiment Going, for Now
City council agrees to keep State Street parklets and explore options for a permanent citywide program.
A Desperate Leap: Santa Barbara Man’s Suicide Reveals a Court Battle over Mesa Home
Kenneth Fink, 84, jumped from the Courthouse clock tower in April while he was facing a lawsuit from the city for not taking care of his property.
Artist Provides Quick Fix to Santa Barbara Mural Hit By Graffiti
After a mural depicting themes of equality is defaced, original artist Danny Meza returns home to retouch the painting.
All Booked | Books from South of the Border
Guest writer Ryan P. Cruz celebrates four contemporary Latin American authors.
Downtown Santa Barbara’s Biggest Question: Parklets or No Parklets?
Residents and business owners packed an early morning meeting to give input on the future of outdoor dining.
Tackling Mental Health with Santa Barbara Skateboard Legend Sammy Baptista
The hometown hero is now teaching the next generation to skate with a purpose with his summertime skate camp.
Familiar Faces Apply for Vacant Spots on City Boards and Commissions
City council continues with the second round of interviews to fill 43 open positions on city advisory groups.
Slow Down, Santa Barbara: Speed Limit Lowered in Five Areas
City reduces speed limits by 5 mph along stretches of Alamar, De la Vina, La Colina, Miramonte, and Yanonali.
