Ventura County Fire Department ready for increased fire danger
Ventura County Fire was ready to go at a moment’s notice as high winds increased fire danger on Monday.…
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Bishop Diego brings students back to campus
After seven months of staring at screens, students at Bishop Garcia Diego High School are finally back on campus for in-person…
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ID Doctor: Cottage Hospital preparing for ‘maximum readiness’ for likely worsening of COVID-19
Canceling Halloween and other Fall social activities right now is just what the doctor…
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High-definition cameras helping PG&E and fire departments predict, respond to extreme wildfire danger
A growing network of high-definition cameras installed throughout California is helping PG&E and fire agencies predict, monitor and respond to…
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Bel Lavoro arts initiative providing 160,000 meals to Foodbank of Santa Barbara County
In celebration of the seasonal olive harvest, Bel Lavoro Olive Orchards is launching a new creative initiative, Artful…
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Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show makes most out of pandemic circumstances
The Santa Barbara Arts and Crafts Show has finally reopened on Cabrillo…
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Isla Vista outbreak hampers county’s reopening progress
A cluster of coronavirus cases have appeared in Isla Vista after several parties took place where many attendees did not wear…
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New sports facilities open at Nipomo Park, long-planned skate park moving closer to being built
San Luis Obispo County opens new basketball courts, soccer court and renovated pickleball/tennis courts at Nipomo Community…
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Santa Barbara trails organization is hoping to create more coastal access
This week the Santa Barbara County Trails Council is pushing for public feedback about trying to expand trails across the…
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With electric bike sharing program approved, SB’s State Street keeps evolving
The city is moving forward with another addition to a modified State Street, though the bike-sharing program is considered…
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Amtrak requiring reservations over Thanksgiving
Amtrak will require reservations for train tickets during the Thanksgiving…
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Bear tranquilized after napping in tree near Los Osos neighborhood
A black bear that was found sleeping in a tree near residents’ homes in Los Osos was tranquilized by wildlife officers Thursday afternoon, in hopes…
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Crews restoring Montecito’s San Ysidro trail, nearly three years after mudslide damage
Mules are carrying lumber up the popular hiking trail to help crews stabilize the…
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Colder weather presenting new challenges for restaurants offering outside dining
Outside restaurants are looking to add more heaters and tents as the weather gets cooler. But demand for these items is up. …
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Electric bike share plan about to be charged up in Santa Barbara
A shared electric bike project similar to this example shot is coming to downtown Santa…
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Vehicle use at Oceano Dunes begins again October 30
OCEANO, Calif. – Vehicle use at the Oceano Dunes will begin again at the end of the month. The re-opening plans for vehicles at the Oceano Dunes and…
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Santa Barbara and Montecito enter historic Water Supply Agreement
Wednesday, October 21 marks National “Imagine a Day Without Water” Day. This year’s event coincides with the signing of a local Water Supply…
Continue Reading Electric bike sharing plan hits a bump and heads to Santa Barbara City Council on an appeal
An electric bike ride share plan is hitting a bumpy road in its
Santa Barbara review…
Jackknifed semi stalls traffic on Hwy 101 in Carpinteria
An apparent reckless driver and a jack knifed big rig caused a major back-up on the southbound side of Hwy 101 just south of Santa Claus…
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SB Wildlife Care Network’s on-site hospital plans in focus amid surge of injured animals
The staff describes 2020 as the Care Center’s “craziest” year yet after already surpassing the average number of annual patients.…
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