Motorcyclist Dead After Collision with Postal Truck in Hope Ranch
The 45-year-old Santa Barbara man was “ejected from the motorcycle” and was pronounced dead on scene, according to California Highway Patrol.
Author: Ryan P. Cruz
Two Years in, Santa Barbara’s Bike Share Program Is Coasting Along
The city extended its contract with the electric-assist bike provider BCycle for three more years.
City of Santa Barbara Facing $1.1M Budget Deficit in 2024
Revenues aren’t growing as fast as expenses as the city expects its deficit to grow from $1.1 million in 2024 to $4.8 million in 2025.
Sheriff’s Office 2022 Recap Shows Overall Decrease in Crime Across Santa Barbara County
Crime statistics show a 12 percent decrease in violent crime, while arson cases rose by 157 percent.
Santa Barbara Meets Restaurants Halfway with $2 Parklet Rate
The City Council approved a lower rate after backpedaling on its previous decision for a higher tiered-payment system.
Santa Barbara Vows to Take On Illegal Vacation Rentals
City Council approves program to tackle the estimated 1,500 illegal short-term rentals currently operating in the city.
Santa Barbara City Council to Discuss Ordinance Against Unattended Property
“Excessive” items and property left in public spaces would be removed by the city after four hours.
Santa Barbara Police Department ‘Embracing the Moment,’ Audit Says
Low use-of-force rates and understaffing highlighted in an independent audit of the police department.
Danny Trejo Visits UC Santa Barbara
Actor Danny Trejo shares stories about overcoming obstacles and finding success in Hollywood.
Fiery Crash on Cathedral Oaks in Goleta Leaves One Dead, Two Injured
A teenage driver was arrested in a single-vehicle accident that left one 22-year-old passenger dead at the scene.
