Two Dead, One Injured in Early Morning Crash on Highway 101 in Camarillo
CAMARILLO, Calif. — Two people were killed and one person was injured in a two-vehicle crash early Monday morning on Highway 101, south of Carmen…
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Buellton Wine and Chili Festival returns to the Santa Ynez Valley Sunday
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The 2025 Buellton Wine and Chili Festival is returning to the Santa Ynez Vally this Sunday at the Flying Flags RV Resort in…
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Student performers from “Hadestown: Teen Edition” in Santa Barbara preview their upcoming shows
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The Lights Up Theatre Company’s production of “Hadestown: Teen Edition” is happening this weekend at the Marjorie Luke…
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The 77th Santa Barbara International Orchid Show returns to the Earl Warren Showgrounds
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The 77th Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is happening this weekend, March 7-9 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. Show…
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Fans Get VIP Access to Live with Kelly and Mark’s Oscars Recap Show in Hollywood
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — A group of lucky News Channel viewers experienced the ultimate VIP treatment Monday morning, sitting where Hollywood’s…
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Quick drop in temperatures, chance of rain late Friday
Following several warm, spring-like days on the Central Coast, a rapid cooldown arrives on Friday and into the weekend. The strong offshore winds…
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Two-time Olympian and Santa Barbara Resident Shares Eyewitness Account of the Munich Massacre during the 1972 Olympics
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Sunday is the biggest night in Hollywood. The historical drama “September 5” details the hostage crisis involving Israeli…
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Temperatures soar Thursday, big changes Friday
Temperatures remain warm and above seasonal average on Thursday, because of offshore winds and high pressure that remains over the region. The…
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Nine-year-old San Luis Obispo Muay Thai Star Ava Cano stopped by The Morning News
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Nine-year-old San Luis Obispo Muay Thai Star Ava Cano and her father Mark Cano stopped by The Morning News Monday morning…
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Breezy at times, warm and pleasant Friday ahead
The pleasant, Spring-like temperatures will persist Friday and into the weekend. High pressure remains over California, causing the warmer than…
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Shocking Documentary ‘Spring of the Vanishing’ Unveils Mexico’s Disappearance Crisis at SBIFF
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The world premiere of Spring of the Vanishing is set to take place Monday night at the Santa Barbara International Film…
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Oscar-Nominated ‘September 5’ Filmmakers to Appear at Santa Barbara International Film Festival
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — September 5 tells the story of how an ABC Sports broadcasting crew had to pivot to cover the deadly hostage crisis…
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“Out of Plain Sight” Premieres at SBIFF, Exposes Hidden Ocean Pollution Crisis
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — More than half of the films showcased at the 40th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) were directed by…
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15th Annual Teen Star Finale: Celebrating Talent and Community in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The highly anticipated 15th annual Teen Star finale is set to take center stage this Sunday, February 2, at the Marjorie…
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San Marcos High School Seniors preview upcoming Wizard of Oz performance on The Morning News
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — A yellow brick road leads to San Marcos High School this weekend. Their production of “Wizard of Oz” is Friday at 7pm and…
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Celebrating “Herb Day” in Santa Barbara: Creator of the iconic Egg McMuffin’s son stops by The Morning News
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — On Tuesday, January 21st, the Santa Barbara community will commemorate the creator of the egg mcmuffin, the late Herb…
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National Weather Service Meteorologist explains what a “Particularly Dangerous Situation” or “PDS” is
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — The National Weather Service issued Weather Alerts regularly — ranging from watches, warnings or advisories before or…
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ShelterBox USA President Kerri Murray shares how they’re providing aid to those impacted by Los Angeles fires
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — ShelterBox USA President Kerri Murray shares how the organization is providing aid to those impacted by the wildfires…
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Ventura County Fire Department’s PIO shares how they’re preparing for strong Santa Anas
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Ventura County Fire Department’s Public Information Officer Andrew Dowd shared how they’re preparing for this week’s strong…
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National Weather Service Meteorologist Mike Wofford shares latest on weather conditions
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — National Weather Service Meteorologist Mike Wofford joined News Channel Anchor Christa Kurkjian during the Midday broadcast…
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