Tyler Hayden, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Cover Story By Callie Fausey & Tyler Hayden | Thu Oct 08, 2026 | 12:01am

Saving Naples, Once and for All

With a purchase agreement in place, the Land Trust faces a $16 million fundraising push to secure a permanent preserve.

Education By Tyler Hayden | Mon Sep 28, 2026 | 4:14pm

The episode comes amid ongoing concerns about anti-Black harassment at Santa Barbara Unified campuses.

Food By Tyler Hayden | Mon Sep 28, 2026 | 1:32pm

The downtown Santa Barbara haunt will celebrate 30 years with 99 cent slices.

Politics By Tyler Hayden | Wed Sep 23, 2026 | 2:29pm

Stephen Bridge dodges a formal rebuke from his fellow councilmembers with 2-2 tie vote.

Courts & Crime By Tyler Hayden | Thu Sep 17, 2026 | 9:31am

The nonprofit is demanding a $1.2 million refund, citing California’s “welfare exemption.”

Courts & Crime By Tyler Hayden | Mon Sep 14, 2026 | 8:09pm

After signing a plea agreement, 22-year-old Nathaniel McGuire faces up to 30 years in federal prison.

Public Safety By Tyler Hayden | Wed Sep 09, 2026 | 4:41pm

Kelly Hubbard stepped down after county officials rejected Grand Jury recommendations to increase the department’s authority and staffing.

Courts & Crime By Tyler Hayden | Wed Sep 02, 2026 | 9:19pm

Jorge Vasquez, 65, had previously served time for similar crimes.

Home & Garden By Tyler Hayden, photos by Elaine Sanders | Wed Sep 02, 2026 | 9:00pm

The new location offers high-quality home goods at a steep discount, all in the name of affordable housing.

Public Safety By Tyler Hayden | Tue Sep 01, 2026 | 4:44pm

He served under five different Sheriffs and leaves a family legacy at the department.