Han Family Killer to Serve Three Life Sentences, Planning Appeal
Pierre Haobsh was convicted of the 2016 triple homicide and dropped his counsel weeks before sentencing.
Recent Stories
Revolver Photos at Elsie’s
Tavern in Santa Barbara shows art by pizza people.
Santa Barbara’s New Electoral Districts Explained
The problem with keeping minority voting districts when Latinos are leaving the city.
Behind Santa Barbara Police Department’s ‘Military Equipment Use’ Amendment
City Council passes amendment to department policy to keep in line with state laws.
Redistricting Commission Settles on Final Map for Santa Barbara City Elections
After months of work, the commission chooses a map with “minimal”changes to current boundaries.
Carpinteria Community Says ‘No’ to Proposed Hotel on the Bluffs
A 99-room hotel, restaurant, and farmhouse concept drew backlash in a joint city meeting.
Proposed 30-Room Self-Check-In Hotel on Garden Street Causes Concerns for Neighbors
Community members worry over noise and security issues at Historic Landmarks Commission meeting.
City Boards and Commissions to Return to In-Person Meetings Starting April
Remote participation will no longer be available, but City Council will remain accessible via Zoom.
Santa Barbara City Council All In for $9.3 Million Central Library Renovation Project
The council unanimously approved the contract for construction, set to begin early July 2022.
Rincon Trail Appeal Accepted by Carpinteria City Council
Santa Barbara’s “soaring” community appealed a planning commission decision from January.
