Are Drug Deaths on a Frightening Rise?
A 45-page compilation of Santa Barbara County’s recent drug- and alcohol-related deaths is both scary and unexplained.
Author: Tyler Hayden
Ventura Man Tazes Deputy in Face
She returns fire, calls for backup, and a standoff ensues.
Axles to Grind
Montecito Motors victims speak out; DA mulls criminal charges.
Bogus Benjamins Land Couple in Jail
The false bills were purportedly passed at numerous businesses throughout the county.
Visitor Bookings Looking Better and Better
Tourism industry experts predict Santa Barbara and California’s improving numbers will hold, then continue to climb.
Diver Dies off Santa Cruz Island
The 13-year scuba veteran’s body was found in an underwater crevice near where he was hunting for lobsters.
Detectives Arrest Suspected Drug Dealer
Cocaine, marijuana, and a number of weapons were seized.
Jeepers Creepers
Accused peeper in court.
Enviros Sue EPA Over Lead
Three environmental conservation groups filed a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on 11/23, alleging the federal agency has failed to adequately protect wildlife from the dangers of lead in ammunition and fishing gear, which the groups say sicken and kill millions of animals nationwide every year.
Soldiers Okay with Gays
According to a survey released by the Department of Defense on 11/30, the majority of U.S. troops feel that serving with an openly gay service member would not have a negative effect on the military’s ability to fight.
