Feds crack down on sexual harassment in housing during COVID-19
The U.S. Attorney’s Office wants to hear from anyone who’s experienced or witnessed sexual harassment by a landlord, property manager, maintenance…
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Look for the Helpers: Deputies save the day, piano concert cheers up neighbors
As our area is faced with ongoing changes due to a growing pandemic, we are bringing stories of people doing good in the community during a time of…
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Online predators find new ways to prey on young victims during COVID-19
Officials with the San Luis Obispo County Joint Information Center are warning parents about the increased danger of online predators during the…
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Spread Neighborhood Cheer Through Chalk
As we all enter another week of trying to isolate ourselves from others, many of us are finding clever new ways to reach out to friends and…
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Santa Barbara’s Public Works Director shares status of City projects
Rebecca Bjork, Public Works Director for the City of Santa Barbara, said a handful of high priority projects already in the pipeline at the beginning…
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Foodbank of Santa Barbara County launches bilingual text program
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Healthy food is just a text away for many people who are struggling to feed themselves and their family during this health…
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Free drive-thru giveaway in San Luis Obispo helps connect people with mental health services
The San Luis Obispo County Behavioral Health Department celebrated Mental Health Awareness Month on Friday with a special drive thru giveaway in San…
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Surf’s Up supports local first responders through One805
Surf’s Up Bath Co., a Santa Barbara-based business, is riding the wave of change and churning out a new staple for first responders and essential…
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Look for the Helpers: Lockdown in India, dinosaur on the loose brings joy
As our area is faced with ongoing changes due to a growing pandemic, we are bringing stories of people doing good in the community during a time of…
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Look for the Helpers: DA’s office pitches in, learning materials donated to farmworkers kids
As our area is faced with ongoing changes due to a growing pandemic, we are bringing stories of people doing good in the community during a time of…
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SLO County now offering no cost coronavirus testing to all residents
San Luis Obispo County is now offering testing for COVID-19 to all residents free of charge, even those who are not showing any…
Continue Reading Look for the Helpers: Virtual event for brain injury survivors, social distance concert
As our area is faced with ongoing changes due to a growing pandemic, we are bringing stories of people doing good in the community during a time of…
Continue ReadingBetter Business Bureau warns of increase in puppy purchase scams
The Better Business Bureau warns of internet puppy purchase scams in Santa Barbara on Tuesday.…
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Ty Warner’s newest Beanie Baby brings hope to children recovering from homelessness, trauma during pandemic
A new image of hope during the COVID-19 pandemic has come in the form of a colorful, Beanie Baby Hope bear toy.…
Continue Reading Look for the Helpers: Mother’s Day serenade, stay-at-home concert for kids
As our area is faced with ongoing changes due to a growing pandemic, we are bringing stories of people doing good in the community during a time of…
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SLO County leaders disappointed with governor’s decision to deny local control on reopening
San Luis Obispo County leaders expressed their frustration Friday the county will not be able to reopen as many businesses as hoped for on its…
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Water quality health alert goes out to businesses ahead of Friday’s reopening
The City of Santa Barbara wants to get the word out that buildings shuttered or vacant for nearly two months can harbor a health risk for employees…
Continue Reading Look for the Helpers: Zoom musical rehearsals, celebrities supporting Direct Relief
As our area is faced with ongoing changes due to a growing pandemic, we are bringing stories of people doing good in the community during a time of…
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Family Walk ‘n Roll program helps locals get more exercise during virus months
Family Walk ‘n Roll program helps you get more exercise during virus months and …
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Look for the Helpers: Lemonade for zoo animals, Iron Chef feeds front line workers
As our area is faced with ongoing changes due to a growing pandemic, we are bringing stories of people doing good in the community during a time of…
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