Actress Judi Dench receives an unusual gift in a new ShelterBox campaign
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – A brand new ShelterBox campaign is going viral with guest star Judi Dench. In a funny video, the James Bond actress…
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Spotify Wrapped says this year belonged to the ‘pink pilates princesses’
By Scottie Andrew, CNN (CNN) — Every year, we Spotify users eagerly await Wrapped, the year-end roundup of our most-played artists and songs.…
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Camarillo Health Center offers free counseling for Mountain Fire Victims
CAMARILLO, Calif. – The New Beginnings Center of Camarillo is offering a new Re-Sourcing Group to help those recently affected by the Mountain…
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U.S. House of Representatives approves renaming of Santa Maria post office in honor of former mayor Larry Lavagnino
The Santa Maria Post Office moved one step closer to officially being renamed as the “Larry Lavagnino Post Office Building” after a vote by the U.S.…
Continue ReadingKendrick Lamar is having a great week, topping the charts and announcing a tour with SZA
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Kendrick Lamar really is “Not Like Us.” The Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper not only dropped a surprise…
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Hospice of Santa Barbara prepares for 41st Annual Light Up a Life Ceremony
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – For many, the holiday season brings back memories of those we’ve lost. “And the times of being alone, and it takes…
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Surfliner Inn story poles up in Carpinteria train station parking lot prior to crucial meeting
Story poles are up for the proposed Surfliner Inn in Carpnteria. A hearing at the Architectural Board of Review is set for Dec.…
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‘Loki’ actor Jack Veal appeals for help as he says he’s homeless at 17
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — The actor who played Kid Loki in the first season of the Marvel series “Loki” has appealed for help…
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A heart-warming scene as celebrities help Christmas come early for children in South Los Angeles
By Sandra Gonzalez, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — With Christmas music blaring through the speakers of the stadium’s sound system, an army of 500…
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Thousands of dollars in gifts are around the Carpinteria Lions Club Festival of Trees
The annual Lions Festival of Trees is underway in Carpinteria to raise funds for ten charities. Each winner gets the tree and all the…
Continue ReadingLin-Manuel Miranda felt pressure writing ‘Mufasa’ songs since original ‘Lion King’ album was ‘all bangers’
By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Lin-Manuel Miranda is a busy man but also careful. The “Hamilton” creator appeared on “The Tonight…
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Election results are certified and changes are coming to many Central Coast cities
Election ballots have been counted and certified from the November 5th vote. The turnout in Santa Barbara County was just under 80…
Continue ReadingWorld’s top 100 cities revealed – and London isn’t in the top 10
By Maureen O’Hare, CNN (CNN) — It’s been a big old year for Paris: the Olympics this summer, Notre Dame reopening this weekend, and now…
Continue ReadingUK band Sports Team robbed at gunpoint in California
By Lianne Kolirin, CNN (CNN) — British indie band Sports Team have been robbed at gunpoint at the very start of a tour of the United States.…
Continue ReadingThe architects and designers to have on your radar in 2025
By Leah Dolan, CNN (CNN) — Each year, a fresh troupe of design industry talents are recognized in Architectural Digest’s AD100 list.…
Continue ReadingBuilt into the sea, this $2 billion luxury ‘eco-district’ has increased Monaco’s size by 3%
By Oscar Holland, CNN (CNN) — Known as a tax haven and playground for the rich, Monaco packs a population of around 39,000 — of whom almost…
Continue ReadingEd Sheeran will be first-ever Western artist to perform in Bhutan
By Lilit Marcus, CNN (CNN) — He has won multiple Grammys and racked up nine Billboard Top 10 Hits, but musician Ed Sheeran will soon add…
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Santa Barbara nonprofits say “Giving Tuesday” can change the world
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— Santa Barbara County has the second highest number of nonprofits per capita in California, after Marin…
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’12 Days of Gifting’ promotion helping ring up holiday sales at Santa Maria Town Center mall
An annual promotion has returned to the Santa Maria Town Center mall that is aimed at helping ring up holiday…
Continue ReadingJaguar reveals first concept car after controversial rebrand
CNN By Jack Guy, CNN British luxury automaker Jaguar has revealed its Type 00 concept car, the first glimpse of a new electric vehicle following a…
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