State lawmakers propose “School Marshals” program
State Assemblyman Tim Donnelly (R-Twin Peaks) is calling for a “School Marshal” program. Modeled after federal air marshals who guard…
Continue ReadingMonth: January 2013
Man and dog killed
Ventura County sheriff’s deputies say they shot and killed a man after he shot and killed a dog. It happened in Fillmore around 4:30 Wednesday…
Continue ReadingTwo transients injured in fight that puts schools on lockdown
One person is in jail, two have been treated at a hospital, and a fourth person is being questioned after a violent fight and stabbing in the Goleta…
Continue ReadingMartial arts business wins national award
Martial Arts Family Fitness in Santa Barbara has received the top honor in the nation. It was named the Martial Arts School of the Year at the…
Continue ReadingSanta Maria Telecommunications CEO fatally shot in Phoenix
Wednesday’s fatal shooting at a business complex in Phoenix may take investigators across state lines to Santa Maria. Sgt. Tommy Thompson with…
Continue ReadingOxnard shootings leave three people dead
Oxnard was the scene of two shootings that left three people dead Wednesday night. Just after 4pm, police respond to reports of shots fired on the…
Continue ReadingBishop Diego cannot soar with Oak Park Eagles in boys hoops
Ron Lee Jr. was as good as advertised and he had plenty of help as Oak Park won at Bishop Diego 78-61 to stay undefeated in the Tri-Valley League.…
Continue ReadingNew pest poison rules proposed by EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing strict rules on the sale of pest control poison,because of risks to children and pets. The EPA says…
Continue ReadingUS Senators introduce immigration reform framework
A team of Republican and Democratic senators unveiled a new plan for immigration reform Monday. It sets a path to citizenship for millions of…
Continue ReadingThe Cheapest Gas Stations in the Tri-Counties
You no longer have to guess which gas station is selling the cheapest gas. NewsChannel 3 is bringing you a list of the lowest priced gas stations in…
Continue ReadingSchools increase security after computer thefts
Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s investigators are still searching for suspects in the recent school computer thefts. Thieves stole computers…
Continue ReadingCourthouse security guard finds gun in woman’s purse
A woman is behind bars tonight accused of passing through the Santa Maria Courthouse security with a loaded gun in her purse. Santa Barbara County…
Continue ReadingEPA moves to ban D-Con rodent poison
A Santa Ynez Valley woman has played a major role in efforts by the Environmental Protection Agency to ban certain types of rodent poisons.…
Continue ReadingWoman Featured in Tipline Investigation Arrested
We have an update to a KEY News Tipline Investigation involving a couple suspected of running a corrupt, furniture sales operation. Early Wednesday…
Continue Reading2013: Quentin Tarantino receives American Riviera Award
Director Quentin Tarantino has been honored with the American Riviera Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. About 2000 fans turned…
Continue ReadingWoman In NewsChannel 3 Investigation Pleads Guilty
A woman we caught ripping off customers in Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles Counties is headed to jail. Aviva or “Vee” Milan…
Continue ReadingTipline Investigation: Cash For Appliances
In this NewsChannel 3 Tipline Investigation, we take another look at the State’s “Cash for Appliances” rebate program. Dozens of…
Continue ReadingFormer porn star still getting teacher salary
A former porn star, who lost her fight to keep her Oxnard teaching job, is still getting paid. Stacie Halas has been on paid administrative leave…
Continue ReadingBrazil Nightclub fire reaction
More than 230 people died in a nightclub fire in Santa Maria, Brazil early Sunday morning. Many of the victims were college students running for…
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