Christa Kurkjian, Author at News Channel 3-12

Rally4Kids celebrates a decade of supporting the United Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara County

June 24, 2025 10:27 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Rally4Kids is celebrating ten years of providing support for the United Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara County. Their… Continue Reading

ShelterBox USA President Kerri Murray shares growing need for humanitarian aid on the heels of World Refugee Day

June 23, 2025 12:02 pm Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — On the heels of World Refugee Day and with the government slashing humanitarian aid programs, disaster relief work is more… Continue Reading

New Yoga and Pilates Studio opens in Carpinteria just days after International Yoga Day

June 20, 2025 10:13 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Saturday is International Yoga Day and a new Yoga and Pilates Studio is set to open in Carpinteria on Monday, June 23rd.… Continue Reading

Cooling trend begins, winds strengthen

June 19, 2025 5:29 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Wednesday was another warmer than average day, especially for inland areas that hit the triple digit mark. A cooling trend… Continue Reading

Climate change, climate patterns, and rising sea levels cause growing threat to the bluffs in Isla Vista

June 18, 2025 2:12 pm Christa Kurkjian

ISLA VISTA, Calif. — The bluffs in Isla Vista are a prime example of how erosion is speeding up along California's coastline. There is a growing… Continue Reading

Sweltering heat inland, mild along the coast

June 18, 2025 5:31 am Christa Kurkjian

The summer-like temperatures persist Wednesday, with sweltering heat in the forecast for inland areas. High pressure aloft and very weak onshore flow… Continue Reading

Longevity expert shares preferred diet, exercise and sleep schedule to optimize one’s health

June 3, 2025 10:40 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Montecito resident, former board-certified surgeon, and podcast host Dr. Buck Joffrey is a longevity expert. He stopped by… Continue Reading

Sansum Diabetes Research Institute shares importance of early screening for diabetes

May 29, 2025 10:07 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Sansum Diabetes Research Institute, also known as SDRI, is a Santa Barbara based non-profit focused on improving the lives of… Continue Reading

‘Locals & Legends: Celebrating the Music of David Crosby’ tribute happening at the Granada Theatre

May 23, 2025 9:50 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The Granada Theatre and Santa Barbara Records are presenting "Locals & Legends: Celebrating the Music of David Crosby" at… Continue Reading

Heat peaks, elevated risk of heat related illness and fire danger

May 21, 2025 5:22 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Temperatures will soar on Wednesday, with advisory-level heat expected for inland communities. Coastal areas will warm to the… Continue Reading

Warm Tuesday, advisory-level heat Wednesday

May 20, 2025 5:28 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The warming trend began Monday and will continue Tuesday, with warmer temperatures in the forecast for the day as a ridge of… Continue Reading

Warm and breezy Monday, extended period of heat ahead

May 19, 2025 5:20 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — If you've missed the summer-like heat, you're in luck. A warming trend begins Monday, with much warmer temperatures in the… Continue Reading

Cooling trend begins Friday, much cooler by Saturday

May 16, 2025 5:22 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — A cooling trend begins Friday, but temperatures will remain mild for the entire region. Coastal areas will cool to the 50s… Continue Reading

Rosewood Miramar Managing Director previews upcoming summer events on Your Morning News

May 14, 2025 10:47 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Summer is fast-approaching and the Rosewood Miramar Beach has an incredible line-up of summer activities. Managing Director… Continue Reading

Westerlay Orchids Showcases the Perfect Gift for Mom this Mother’s Day

May 9, 2025 10:42 am Christa Kurkjian

CARPINTERIA, Calif. – As national flower prices rise due to import tariffs, Westerlay Orchids in Carpinteria is offering a budget-friendly, locally… Continue Reading

The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Returns with over 70 events Countywide

May 9, 2025 10:21 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience returns next week with over 70 food and wine events planned across Santa Barbara… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club prepares for 2025 season opener

May 1, 2025 10:15 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Polo in Paradise is back at the Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club, making the beginning of another season of world-class… Continue Reading

Local Wine Expert Jamie Knee highlights wine pairings great for Mother’s Day brunch

April 29, 2025 10:19 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Jamie Knee is a recognized global Wine Expert, recently named one of the "top 50 women in wine hospitality." She serves as… Continue Reading

Dos Pueblos students preview their upcoming performance of the hit musical “Mamma Mia!”

April 25, 2025 10:10 am Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The music and storyline are familiar, but the Dos Pueblos Theatre Company is putting their own spin on the hit musical "Mamma… Continue Reading

UC Santa Barbara Students Hold Protest to Commemorate Armenian Genocide Anniversary

April 24, 2025 5:51 pm Christa Kurkjian

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Students at UC Santa Barbara marked the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide with a peaceful on-campus protest… Continue Reading