SLO County boutique sees boost in business thanks to social media
Local businesses have been scrambling to stay afloat during the shutdowns and restrictions brought on by the pandemic.… Continue Reading
Hospice of Santa Barbara’s 37th Annual Light Up a Life to air on NewsChannel 3
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - This year, there will be two special showings of Hospice of Santa Barbara's 37th Annual Light up a Life which will air on… Continue Reading
Traffic stop leads to arrest of Ventura man for possession of firearm
Following the investigation, the vehicle's passenger, James Cruz from Ventura, was taken into custody for being in possession of the firearm.… Continue Reading
San Luis Obispo woman makes season brighter for dozens of local families
Denny and her organization are dedicated to serving others with simple gestures - from setting out warm clothing for the homeless around the city to… Continue Reading
Looking for the Helpers: Santa Maria man with autism spreads holiday spirit as ‘Santa Buddy’
Scherrer, who is autistic, was gifted a Santa Claus costume last year from a family friend to continue the tradition of dressing up as Father… Continue Reading
Santa Maria Public Library launches service to help veterans and others find employment
SANTA MARIA, Calif. - Job seekers in Santa Maria have a new resource to help them reach their goals.
The City of Santa Maria Public Library has… Continue Reading
Channel Islands Harbor Holiday Food & Toy Drive collects record number of items for local families
An estimated 2,200 toys were collected to benefit the Spark of Love Toy Drive and 5,000 lbs of non-perishable food and money donations of nearly… Continue Reading
Looking for the Helpers: ‘Operation Santa’ grants wishes of kids in need
Many children in San Luis Obispo County are getting a little extra help this holiday season through a major community effort called 'Operation… Continue Reading
Looking for the Helpers: Neighbors donate hundreds of pumpkins to feed shelter pigs
Many people in North Santa Barbara County are turning their fall decor - into… Continue Reading
Brother argues against releasing inmate who shot and killed Buellton man in 2005 road rage incident
In 2005, Calvin was charged in the killing of Wayne Shaw. Shaw was shot during an altercation in the parking lot of the Buellton Town… Continue Reading
Dogs give birth to 2 litters following massive rescue at Lompoc home
Two mothers impounded in a massive dog rescue in Lompoc last month have given birth to two litters of… Continue Reading
’48 Hours’ to feature the disappearance of missing Cal Poly student Kristin Smart
The popular crime show will delve into Smart's disappearance, latest developments in the case, and the Orcutt resident who helped the case gain… Continue Reading
Pregnant women with COVID-19 might be at increased risk for severe illness
While much remains unknown, an MMWR study analyzed approximately 400,000 women aged 15–44 years with symptomatic COVID-19 and found that pregnant… Continue Reading
Looking for the Helpers: Nipomo family adopts five siblings from foster care
The four older foster siblings are now legally a part of the Salais family and, due to a waiting period, the youngest will be adopted in early… Continue Reading
Looking for the Helpers: 8-year-old “Trash Buster” works to keep Santa Maria clean
8-years-old "Trash Buster" Michael Guerrero is taking to the streets of Santa Maria to combat trash left in public… Continue Reading
Harmon on pace to win third term as mayor of San Luis Obispo
Heidi Harmon faces three challengers hoping to fill her… Continue Reading
Waage leads newcomer Shadwell in Pismo Beach mayoral race
Ed Waage is facing competition from first-time political challenger Dan… Continue Reading
County Animal Services staff rescue 104 dogs from Lompoc home
A team of Santa Barbara County Animal Services staff impounded 104 dogs from inside a home in Lompoc.… Continue Reading
Two Thousand Oaks men face misdemeanor charges for damaging BLM sign
Two Thousand Oaks men are facing misdemeanor charges for their roles in the in the vandalism of a "BLM" (Black Lives Matter)… Continue Reading
Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation celebrates Veterans Day with a ‘Night at the Drive-In!’
The Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) is inviting the community to celebrate Veterans Day in a safe, family-friendly way...under the… Continue Reading