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.
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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.
Carpinteria Community Speaks Out on County Rezoning Proposal
Carpinteria, Eastern Goleta Valley bear the brunt of the burden in the county’s plan to meet statewide housing goals.
Downtown Santa Barbara Children’s Library Now Open to Public During Construction
Santa Barbara’s Central Library is undergoing a three-phase renovation, which is expected to finish late 2023.
Shooting of Unarmed Lompoc Man by Sheriff’s Deputies Ruled as ‘Justified,’ DA Says
Details were released on the incident involving two deputies shooting a man who reached for his waistband.
