Ivania Montes
ivania.montes@keyt.comIvania is a Morning News Reporter for News Channel 3-12. For more about Ivania, click here.
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – The sound of shoes striking the floor and traditional Mexican music filling the room has become part of the daily… Continue Reading
Orchids Carry Meaningful Stories This Mother’s Day at Westerlay Orchids
CARPINTERIA, Calif. — Mother’s Day is about finding something meaningful and this year, orchids are standing out not just for their beauty, but for… Continue Reading
“Polo in Paradise” Returns For The 2026 Season
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – The Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club will open its 2026 season on Sunday, May 3rd, kicking off another summer of… Continue Reading
Ojai Tennis Tournament Brings Elite Play and a Full-Circle Moment
OJAI, Calif. - A beloved Ventura County tradition is back, bringing top tennis talent and a hometown celebration to center court.
The 124th Ojai… Continue Reading
Beloved Carpinteria Chocolatier Retires After 18 Years, Passing Legacy to New Owners
Carpinteria, Calif. - A longtime sweet staple in Carpinteria is turning the page this week.
After nearly two decades, the beloved shop Chocolats… Continue Reading
Rattlesnake Activity Rises on Central Coast Trails: Safety Tips for Hikers & Dog Owners
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) - As temperatures climb, rattlesnake activity is increasing across Southern California, prompting warnings for… Continue Reading
Sheep Take the Lead in Santa Barbara’s Wildfire Prevention Effort
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - The City of Santa Barbara is turning to a natural solution to reduce wildfire, bringing in a herd of sheep to clear… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara International Orchid Show Returns With Rare Blooms & Immersive “Orchid Escape” Theme
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - The Santa Barbara International Orchid Show is back in town, bringing thousands of vibrant and rare orchids to the Central… Continue Reading
Central Coast Communities Re-Evaluate César Chávez Legacy Amid Allegations
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) - Communities across the Central Coast are grappling with difficult questions following recent allegations… Continue Reading
Setting the Pace: The women behind the running brand “rabbit”
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - On International Women’s Day, a look at the bold idea that started with two women and a mission to change running.
The… Continue Reading
A Local Veteran’s Journey from PTSD to Purpose
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - A local Marine veteran is transforming personal hardship into hope using community, entrepreneurship, and veteran… Continue Reading
1st year Girl Scout Troop already making a big impact
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - A first-year Girl Scout troop is already proving that leadership and service can start at a young age.
Troop 55548, made… Continue Reading
Catholic Schools within Santa Barbara celebrate National Catholic Schools Week
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Catholic schools across Central and Southern California are celebrating National Catholic Schools Week, a nationwide event… Continue Reading
Students Meet Favorite Authors at 56th Annual Author-Go-Round
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) - Students across Santa Barbara County are getting a unique opportunity to meet the creative minds behind their… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara County Shifts Focus From Counting to Deep Research for Homelessness in the County
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - For several years, Santa Barbara County has conducted both sheltered and unsheltered Point-in-Time homeless counts… Continue Reading
Teen Detained by ICE in Oxnard Returned Home Same Day, Volunteers Say
OXNARD, Calif. - A teenager was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents Tuesday morning while walking in the Lemonwood… Continue Reading
Lluvias residuales el lunes, con pequeñas probabilidades de lluvia el martes
Feliz lunes! Se esperan lluvias persistentes a lo largo del día, con lluvia ligera intermitente. Los cielos permanecerán nublados y los vientos… Continue Reading
Después de la tormenta, apareció un arcoíris!
CENTRAL COAST, Calif. - Un hermoso arcoíris se vio ayer después de la lluvia, justo aquí en TV Hill.
A veces, ni las fotos ni los videos logran… Continue Reading
Venezolanos en el exilio celebran captura de Nicolás Maduro en Nueva York
Miembros de la diáspora venezolana en Nueva York celebraron este fin de semana el operativo militar que, según autoridades estadounidenses, llevó a… Continue Reading