As Refugio Oil Slick Spreads, Spill Estimate Rises
Authorities now say 105,000 gallons of crude may have gushed from the pipeline.
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Big Oil Spill Along Refugio Coast
UPDATE: The leak is contained, but at least four miles of coast are now covered in crude.
Fire Chief Forced to Retire Receiving $200,000 Severance Deal
Michael Mingee was successfully sued for retaliating against department whistle-blowers.
Mom of Accused Puppy Torturer Pleads for Leniency
She blames her son’s alleged actions on his sheltered upbringing and ignorance of U.S. law.
Lawsuit Forces Fire Chief into Early Retirement
Carpinteria-Summerland’s Michael Mingee is accused of bullying and firing department whistleblowers.
S.B. Lends Support to Grateful Coxless Crew
The cross-Pacific women rowers stopped in town for repairs.
Vegan Group Protests Foie Gras in S.B. Restaurants
Demonstrators call on Bouchon, Olio e Limone, Seagrass, and others to stop selling the divisive delicacy.
Mother Indicted for Murdering Daughter with ALS
Marjorie Good, 89, and a second suspect are charged with killing Solvang resident Heidi Good in 2013.
National Park Service’s Channel Islands Plans
A rundown of what’s to come for each island in the park’s archipelago.
S.B. Economy Looking Good, But Rental Market a Mess
The UCSB Economic Forecast Project hosted its annual summit.
