Abel Maldonado Drops Out of Governor’s Race
He said he wants to spend more time with his family after 20 years of public service.
Recent Stories
Inside the E-Cigarette Revolution
We look at the business, health, and law of Santa Barbara vaping scene.
The Retail Side of E-Cigarettes
Investigating the connection between e-cig sellers and customers.
Morua Defense Attorney Calls Out Lois Capps
Darryl Genis claims the congresswoman is guilty of a cover-up and lies about her responsibility; her office denies the accusations.
Bath Street Standoff Ends Relatively Peacefully
Suspect withstands tear gas and nonlethal shotgun round before surrendering.
Wanted Man Barricaded in Bath Street Home
SWAT team has surrounded residence and evacuated neighbors.
Hit-and-Run Victim’s Family Receives $30,000 in Restitution
The mother of 22-year-old Simon Chavez, a Santa Barbara City College student killed last January in a hit-and-run accident on Highway 101, has been awarded a $30,000 settlement in a wrongful-death lawsuit against the driver, Lau Van Huynh.
Suspect Strikes Plea Deal in Elder Abuse Case
Family and prosecutors agree restitution and probation better than lengthy prison sentence for Rosemary Baugh.
Richard Box Charged with More Sex Crimes
Posted $2 million bail and released Christmas Day; prosecutor concerned for victims’ safety.
‘Prolific Auto Burglar’ Back on the Streets
Gang member Cameron Hadighi was released early after serving a short jail sentence.
