Mina Wahab, Author at News Channel 3-12

Arab-American producer & reporter with a mission to dig deep in interviews, share authentically, shed light on the issues that matter, and provoke deep thought.

Endangered sunflower sea stars return to Santa Barbara Sea Center in conservation effort

July 27, 2026 6:17 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) — One of California's most important marine predators is making a return to Santa Barbara, giving visitors a rare… Continue Reading

UCSB professor says Iran conflict could have lasting economic impacts in the U.S.

July 23, 2026 6:47 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) — As fighting involving Iran, Israel and the United States continues, a UC Santa Barbara global studies professor says… Continue Reading

Dozens protest outside Camp Canine, demand answers after dog’s drowning death

July 22, 2026 6:42 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Dozens of protesters gathered outside Camp Canine in Santa Barbara Wednesday morning, calling for accountability and stronger… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital identified as one of California’s seven high-cost hospitals

July 21, 2026 6:09 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital has been identified by California's Office of Health Care Affordability (OHCA) as one of seven… Continue Reading

Jazz seminar brings musicians of all ages together at Santa Barbara City College

July 20, 2026 6:15 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – Forget the sheet music. At Santa Barbara City College, jazz students are learning to trust their ears, find their… Continue Reading

Ventura County Fair artists showcase creativity, perseverance through their work

July 20, 2026 12:06 am Mina Wahab

VENTURA, Calif.—Before the carnival lights come on and the fairgrounds fill with people, local artists are putting the finishing touches on their… Continue Reading

Friendship Center brings ‘horsepower’ to 50 years of service

July 17, 2026 10:23 pm Mina Wahab

CARPINTERIA, Calif. — Polo, philanthropy and a whole lot of heart came together Friday as the Friendship Center celebrated 50 years of serving the… Continue Reading

How a Chess Club is Bringing Unlikely Pairs Together in Port Hueneme

July 16, 2026 11:33 pm Mina Wahab

PORT HUENEME, Calif. (KEYT) — A game of chess is bringing together two players who are a century apart. One is 106 years old. The other is just… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara teens train to respond in disasters through CERT program

July 13, 2026 6:05 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — From putting out small fires to practicing search-and-rescue techniques, local teenagers are learning how to respond when… Continue Reading

Goleta opens new Pine Avenue, Ekwill Street roundabout as Project Connect reaches milestone

July 10, 2026 5:41 pm Mina Wahab

GOLETA, Calif. – Drivers in Goleta are now using the city's newest roundabout after the intersection of Pine Avenue and Ekwill Street opened to… Continue Reading

State restores $15 million for legal aid program serving unaccompanied immigrant children after local advocacy effort

July 10, 2026 3:39 pm Mina Wahab

CARPINTERIA, Calif. – State and local leaders gathered in Carpinteria Thursday to celebrate the restoration of $15 million in California's 2026–27… Continue Reading

Busy Summer Travel Season Brings Millions in Hotel Tax Revenue to Santa Barbara

July 8, 2026 6:21 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Summer visitors are filling hotels, restaurants and beaches across Santa Barbara, and city officials say those tourists are… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara Expands BCycle Program with 60 New E-Bikes, Discounted Memberships

July 7, 2026 4:38 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) — Getting around Santa Barbara is becoming easier for more residents after the City of Santa Barbara and BCycle… Continue Reading

Civil Rights Icon Dolores Huerta Inspires Next Generation During Santa Barbara Visit

July 6, 2026 6:17 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) — Civil rights icon and labor leader Dolores Huerta brought a message of hope, activism and community to Santa Barbara… Continue Reading

$80 million Investment to Modernize Port of Hueneme, Expand Jobs

July 2, 2026 9:35 pm Mina Wahab

PORT HUENEME, Calif. (KEYT) – A nearly $80 million investment is bringing major upgrades to the Port of Hueneme, with projects aimed at modernizing… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara City Council votes to keep State Street closed to regular vehicle traffic

July 2, 2026 12:35 am Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — After years of debate over the future of downtown Santa Barbara, the City Council has voted to keep State Street closed to… Continue Reading

Free Isla Vista summer program keeps kids active, learning and fed during school break

June 30, 2026 6:22 pm Mina Wahab

ISLA VISTA, Calif. — While summer vacation is in full swing, dozens of local children are spending their days exploring nature, making new friends… Continue Reading

Central Coast drivers see slight relief at the pump ahead of Fourth of July travel

June 29, 2026 5:17 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Millions of Californians are expected to hit the road for the Fourth of July holiday, and while drivers are seeing a slight… Continue Reading

Emergency Shore Fishing Rules Take Effect in California Amid Rising Shark Safety Concerns

June 26, 2026 6:12 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.—With summer crowds returning to California beaches, state wildlife officials are rolling out emergency restrictions on… Continue Reading

Plastic-Free Expo Encourages Waste Reducing Everyday Habits

June 25, 2026 10:39 pm Mina Wahab

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Hundreds of community members gathered Thursday evening for the fifth annual Plastic-Free Expo, where local organizations,… Continue Reading