New Generation Keeps Chumash Tomol Tradition Alive
Friends, family, and elders take part in a “village hop.”
Recent Stories
Several Arrested, Commissary Workers Banned over Illegal Substances in S.B. Jail
Arrests come in the wake of several recent fentanyl overdoses at Santa Barbara’s Northern Branch Jail.
Caught in the Rental Crunch
Our readers speak out on the struggles of renting in Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara City Council Appoints Five Members of Police Commission
The five appointees will replace the existing Fire and Police Commission as a new form of civilian oversight.
Be Our Voice: Local Community Continues Fight for Freedom in Iran
Demonstrations at UCSB and Stearns Wharf continue every week in solidarity with protesters in Iran.
Santa Barbara City College Seeks Fifth Superintendent-President Since 2019
Recruitment will be open through January 2023; the new president will start in summer 2023.
Santa Barbara Residents Blast Cruise Ship Program at Public Meeting
Locals voice concern over environmental impacts and push for the end of cruise ships anchoring offshore.
Eastside Santa Barbara Elementary Kids Get Cozy for Pajama Drive
Franklin School’s 3rd-grade class collected nearly 40 sets of pajamas to donate to Transition House.
Santa Barbara County Hosts Fourth Annual Sleeping Bag Drive for Homelessness
The Public Defender’s Office is accepting donations of sleeping bags and warm clothing until December 12.
Homeless Woman from Santa Barbara Rescues Driver in Paradise Road Car Fire
Rebecca Neal pulled a man out of his burning car, suffering mild burns and smoke inhalation.
