Marine animals wash up dead in Ventura County, locals react
VENTURA, Calif.—Fred Gray says he was heartbroken to see a baby whale wash ashore during his visit to Morro Bay last year. “I was hoping,…
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Santa Barbara Principal witnesses final days of Pope Francis during anniversary trip to Rome
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – What was meant to be a spiritual honeymoon turned into a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Alec Gasca and his wife. Gasca,…
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Trump Administration’s Draft Budget Proposal Threatens to cut Head Start, Low-Income Housing, and Other Vital Programs in Santa Barbara County
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – A draft of President Trump’s budget proposal for the upcoming year has local organizations in Santa Barbara County…
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“Red Heel Heist” perplexes Locals, causes Social Media Stir
VENTURA AND SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. — Alongside of Highway 101, locals spotted a giant red stiletto that has sparked curiosity and brought joy…
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“Red Heel Heist” sparks one-of-a-kind News Channel 3 investigation in Isla Vista
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. — For years, a giant red stiletto standing tall along Highway 101 near La Conchita has sparked curiosity and brought…
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Hundreds Rally in Santa Barbara Against Proposed Social Security Cuts
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — More than 200 protesters lined both sides of the street outside the Social Security Administration office in downtown Santa…
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UC Santa Barbara Students Hold Protest to Commemorate Armenian Genocide Anniversary
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Students at UC Santa Barbara marked the 110th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide with a peaceful on-campus protest…
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Santa Barbara Fair & Expo kicks off
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Crews are putting on the final touches to the kick off of the annual Santa Barbara Fair and Expo. There will be a variety of…
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Santa Barbara’s Clean Air Express helps out with Free Rides in the month of April
The Clean Air Express has free mid day rides through the end of April. After that there is a daily rate, a 10-ride pass or a monthly…
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A Year Reviewed and A Year Projected at Lompoc’s State of the City 2025 Luncheon
LOMPOC, Calif. – Lompoc leaders gave an update on the city’s progress today. By the numbers Lompoc appears to be doing quite well. Lompoc city…
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City of Grover Beach approves Construction Contract for Ramona Garden Park Rehabilitation Project
Below is a press release from the City of Grover Beach regarding the approval of a final construction contract for the Ramona Garden Park…
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Rebecca Campbell selected to serve as Finance Director for the City of Santa Maria
SANTA MARIA, Calif. – On Wednesday, the City of Santa Maria announced that Rebecca Campbell has been hired as the new Finance Director. Campbell…
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Sen. Adam Schiff tours Port of Hueneme
PORT HUENEME, Calif. – In the midst of President Trump’s new trade policies, Sen. Adam Schiff visited the deep sea Port of Hueneme. It is the…
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“Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive sparks Friendly Competition for a Good Cause
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif. – In an effort to combat the country’s blood shortage, the San Luis Obispo County Probation Department is bringing…
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Santa Barbara International Film Festival announces next year’s event dates
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The 41st Santa Barbara International Film Festival will take place February 4 through February 15, 2026 it was announced…
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Housing crisis spurs Santa Barbara County to build new housing on county land
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.—Santa Barbara County Supervisor Laura Capps’ Office says roughly one third of county employees commute dozens of miles just…
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Guadalupe school officials tour soon-to-be-completed new junior high campus
Guadalupe school officials toured the district’s still-under-construction junior high school and Early Learning Center (ELC) on Tuesday morning,…
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Old Spanish Days postpones the Annual Rodeo after Cutting Ties with the Earl Warren Showgrounds
A new location for the Fiesta Rodeo in Santa Barbara is expected this year. Recently ties were cut with the Earl Warren…
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Candlelight vigil held for artist Danny Meza
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – An artist known for his mural outside a local market is being mourned. Danny Meza painted the mural featuring a famous…
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Santa Barbara Celebrates 55 Years of Earth Day: From 1969 Oil Spill to Climate Action in 2025
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Fifty-six years ago, a disaster off the coast of Santa Barbara sparked the creation of Earth Day, a movement that continues…
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