Ryan P. Cruz’s 2021 in Review
Our ‘rookie’ reporter racked up a series of firsts at the paper.
Recent Stories
UCSB Program Helps Formerly Incarcerated Students
Underground Scholars offer support for academic success.
Santa Barbara Falls to Trinity League Powerhouse St. John Bosco
Santa Barbara’s sophomore forward Mikey Denver and freshman shooting guard Luke Zuffelato combined for 18 points.
What Does the Future Look Like for La Casa de la Raza?
The Chicano cultural center hosts a community “talking session” to brainstorm a new direction.
UCSB Study Shows Impacts of Wildfires and Droughts on Stream Communities
U.S. Forest Service and University researchers find a ‘new normal’ for riparian habitats.
Former Macy’s in Paseo Nuevo to Open as Roller Rink, Arcade
Aloha Fun Center to have roller skating, laser tag, arcade, and more opening in December.
Carpinteria Planning Commission Gives Blessing for New Multi-Use Path
The project passed unanimously and will run along Highway 101 South and Santa Claus Lane.
Carpinteria City Council Approves Surfliner Inn to Move Forward
The project passes in a 3-2 vote despite concerns over size and impact on neighborhoods.
A Grisly Crime: Recap of the Pierre Haobsh Trial
How the triple-murder case played out in court leading up to the guilty verdict.
Pierre Haobsh Found Guilty in Han Family Murders
The mountain of evidence was too much for Judge Brian Hill to ignore in the grisly crime.
