Ryan P. Cruz, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Transportation By Ryan P. Cruz | Thu Jun 29, 2023 | 10:42am

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.

Business By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Jun 28, 2023 | 10:05am

City council agrees to keep State Street parklets and explore options for a permanent citywide program.

Courts & Crime By Ryan P. Cruz & Jack Magargee | Sun Jun 25, 2023 | 10:04pm

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.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Fri Jun 23, 2023 | 3:18pm

After a mural depicting themes of equality is defaced, original artist Danny Meza returns home to retouch the painting.

All Booked By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Jun 21, 2023 | 9:03am

Guest writer Ryan P. Cruz celebrates four contemporary Latin American authors.

Business By Ryan P. Cruz | Tue Jun 20, 2023 | 4:32pm

Residents and business owners packed an early morning meeting to give input on the future of outdoor dining.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Fri Jun 16, 2023 | 1:35pm

The hometown hero is now teaching the next generation to skate with a purpose with his summertime skate camp.

Politics By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Jun 14, 2023 | 11:24am

City council continues with the second round of interviews to fill 43 open positions on city advisory groups.

Public Safety By Ryan P. Cruz | Tue Jun 13, 2023 | 5:27pm

City reduces speed limits by 5 mph along stretches of Alamar, De la Vina, La Colina, Miramonte, and Yanonali.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Mon Jun 12, 2023 | 1:00pm

After a long drama-filled budget season, the city is ready to lock in its Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Financial Plan.