Santa Barbara counselors shed light on the dynamics of family violence
Investigators have said from the beginning that the shocking chain of events in Hope Ranch stemmed from a domestic dispute. The son of…
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Keep the Beat Radiothon raises over $16,000 for local music program
The Santa Barbara Education Foundation just announced that more than $16,000 and 60 musical instruments were collected at its annual Keep the Beat…
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Santa Maria City Council stops changes to athletic fields
In a surprise move Tuesday night, the Santa Maria City Council has stopped the controversial transitioning of two dirt ball fields into multi-purpose…
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Hancock College unveils new electric vehicle charging station
Allan Hancock College unveiled a new electric vehicle charging station at its Santa Maria campus Tuesday afternoon. “Our staff members who have…
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Local opera singers visit Oxnard elementary school to promote the arts
Local opera singers paid a visit to an elementary school in Oxnard Tuesday. For many students it was their first time seeing an opera performance in…
Continue Reading Oxnard police officer responds to complaint about kids skateboarding, does a kickflip
An Oxnard police officer made some new fans over the weekend. Taylor Penny shared video of an Oxnard police officer’s interaction with a group…
Continue Reading Scary Scarecrows line the streets of Solvang
Some scary scarecrows are on display in Solvang this fall. The 5th annual Santa Ynez Valley Scarecrow Fest is taking place this month. All kinds of…
Continue Reading New subcommittee established to help Farmers Market with possible relocation
A new subcommittee is expected to be assembled Tuesday to help the Farmers Market with a possible relocation from its Saturday site on Cota Street.…
Continue Reading Lindros celebration of life to be held Saturday at Santa Barbara Hilton Beachfront Resort
A memorial celebration for a Santa Barbara couple killed in an Idaho plane crash will be held at the Santa Barbara Hilton this Saturday. Carl and…
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Man skates from San Francisco to Los Angeles to bring awareness to Lymphoma
A man skating from San Francisco to Los Angeles to raise awareness for Lymphoma made a stop in Santa Barbara on Monday afternoon. Christopher Dunn of…
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Plans underway to honor Santa Barbara couple killed in Idaho plane crash
A memorial celebration is in the works for a Santa Barbara couple killed in an Idaho plane crash earlier this month. Carl and Joanne Lindros’…
Continue Reading Asian heritage celebrated at Neighborhood Festival at Santa Barbara Presidio
Asian American culture and Asian heritage was celebrated at the Asian American Neighborhood Festival in Santa Barbara Sunday. The event was held at…
Continue Reading Largest pet adoption event to be held this Saturday in Santa Barbara
The largest pet adoption event in Santa Barbara County is happening on Saturday. Wags and Whiskers will be hosted by Care 4 Paws. The event will…
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California inmates prepare for future after release thanks to CALPIA apprenticeship
Graduation day at the California Men’s Colony saw 57 inmates receive certificates of completion in a program that provides job training on…
Continue Reading Man tells Santa Barbara CHP his dog chewed his citation
You’ve probably heard about dogs eating homework, but what about tickets from the highway patrol? The Santa Barbara CHP says a young man…
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Tensions ramped up between transient homeless encampments and business community
Tensions between members of Santa Barbara’s homeless and business communities are ramping up, especially in Downtown. Wednesday afternoon,…
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Hugh Rafferty, CoastHills donate 100 sweatshirts to Santa Barbara County Veterans Stand Down
Well known volunteer, Hugh Rafferty, and CoastHills Credit Union are donating 100 sweatshirts to Santa Barbara County Veterans Stand Down. Santa…
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Life of broadcaster Ed Foley celebrated at Harry’s Plaza Cafe
A celebration of life took place on Sunday for a longtime Santa Barbara broadcaster. Ed Foley was remembered at Harry’s Plaza Cafe where he…
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Santa Barbara High School hosts reunion for all graduates
Santa Barbara High first All Don reunion drew hundreds of graduates from different years. The school that is a designated historic building…
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California Avocado Festival crowns new guacamole champion
The 33rd annual California Avocado Festival held its annual guacamole contest in Carpinteria on the final afternoon of the 3-day event. Judges…
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