Alex Posada, Santa Maria’s Longest Serving Employee, Retiring After Nearly 47 Years
After nearly 47 years working for the City of Santa Maria, longtime Recreation and Parks Director Alex Posada is… Continue Reading
Local Politics
Paseo Nuevo Housing Project Still Alive Despite Frustrating City Hearing
The Paseo Nuevo housing plan is still alive after a frustrating City Council discussion Tuesday. … Continue Reading
Concerns mounting as Nipomo residents face significant water rate increases
The Nipomo Community Services District (NCSD) Board of Directors is set to vote one week from today on a proposal that would raise monthly water… Continue Reading
Community Leaders Urge Alternatives and Solutions Not a Tough Law for Deltopia 2026
Deltopia safety and cost concerns may lead to tough new rules. The Isla Vista event is not… Continue Reading
Congressional members allege Acting U.S. Attorney Essayli violated professional standards
LOS ANGELES (KEYT) – On Tuesday, 13 members of Congress signed a letter requesting that the Department of Justice look into allegations that Acting… Continue Reading
Stephen Bridge Makes His First Lompoc City Council Appearance After Felony Charges
LOMPOC, Calif. (KEYT) - Lompoc’s city council met tonight, just two weeks after councilman Steve Bridge was charged with multiple felonies.
“I… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara’s Collision-Prone Areas Listed in “Safer Streets” Survey
Santa Barbara safe streets survey asked the public for input for several locations. The deadline is December… Continue Reading
Massage Therapist speaks out against proposals intended to crack down on illegal activity
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) The City of Santa Barbara is preparing to update its massage ordinance.
Before changes are made, a longtime massage… Continue Reading
Pierpont neighbors invited to Town Hall following water scare
VENTURA, Calif. (KEYT) Ventura City Councilmember Alex Mangone notified neighbors about a Town Hall at Pierpont Elementary School this… Continue Reading
Shoppers Compare In-Person & Online Sales for Best Holiday Deals
In person shopping continues to reinvent itself with online shopping remaining very popular this holiday season. It also gives the buyer the right… Continue Reading
Buellton Spearheading Urban Forestry Efforts For Tree City Designation
BUELLTON, Calif. (KEYT) - The city of Buellton is spearheading an urban forestry initiative.
In pursuit of Tree City U.S.A. designation, Buellton… Continue Reading
Game Seeker Ready to Roll the Dice Again at a New Location
The Game Seeker has opened at 920 State Street in Santa Barbara after closing earlier this year four blocks away. The site will have a full stock of… Continue Reading
Paseo Nuevo Housing Deal to be Discussed Without Nordstrom Proposal
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – The Paseo Nuevo is preparing for holidays and visitors can already enjoy its big Christmas tree and soon shoppers will… Continue Reading
Rent Stabilization supporters Rally at City Hall
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) People in favor of rent stabilization rallied in front of the Santa Barbara City Hall before Tuesday's council… Continue Reading
The Loop Shuttle Program extended on State St.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) A pilot program that shuttles people of all abilities up and down State Street is being extended.
It's called The… Continue Reading
City of Santa Barbara Appoints New City Attorney
Below is a press release from the City of Santa Barbara regarding the appointment of their new City Attorney, John Doimas
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. –… Continue Reading
The ‘Spirit of Isla Vista’ Tested by Proposed Music Ban During Deltopia
The Isla Vista town hall meeting on a proposed amplified music ban drew a large crowd Wednesday night talking about the impacts to the unpermitted… Continue Reading
New interchange coming to busy Highway 101/Broadway intersection in Santa Maria
A major infrastructure projects is in the works to build a new interchange at the busy intersection of Highway 101 and Broadway (Highway 135) in… Continue Reading
UCSB students to host “Save Deltopia Town Hall”
ISLA VISTA, Calif. (KEYT) The unsanctioned street party known as Deltopia usually happens along Del Playa Drive in Isla Vista the weekend following… Continue Reading
Ongoing Federal Shutdown Keeps Travelers Nervous About Flights
The Santa Barbara Airport has assisted travelers with information and updated schedules during the government shutdown impacts. Some flights have… Continue Reading