Ryan P. Cruz, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Education By Ryan P. Cruz | Mon Feb 06, 2023 | 9:27am

Santa Barbara Education Foundation and KTYD Hold Keep the Beat Instrument Drive

Musical instruments and financial donations will go toward local school music programs.

Infrastructure By Ryan P. Cruz | Thu Feb 02, 2023 | 2:30pm

The city renegotiated to assign 90 percent of an upcoming $1 million federal tax credit to Tesla due to increased costs.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Feb 01, 2023 | 10:50am

Santa Barbara’s Jewish community responds to reports of hateful flyers distributed in Isla Vista and statements written on a campus chalkboard.

News By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Feb 01, 2023 | 9:45am

Santa Barbara city council approves changes allowing bigger ADUs and upper-floor commercial conversions.

Homeless By Ryan P. Cruz | Mon Jan 30, 2023 | 4:24pm

Channel Islands YMCA opens Eastside Santa Barbara center for youth ages 17 to 24.

Public Safety By Ryan P. Cruz | Fri Jan 27, 2023 | 4:54pm

The new lineup of commissioners begins a new era for civilian oversight with public meetings.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Thu Jan 26, 2023 | 4:03pm

Recent construction impacted the air quality; the library will be closed through January 31 at least.

Self-Care By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Jan 25, 2023 | 7:59pm

Dr. Mark Brisby will teach you his patented “Big Toe Booty” technique.

Self-Care By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Jan 25, 2023 | 7:56pm

The Goleta skating center offers everything from beginner lessons to figure skating and adult hockey programs.

Education By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Jan 25, 2023 | 10:22am

Mendoza previously coached at Dos Pueblos, winning three league titles and earning a trip to the CIF FInals.