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Robert Prevost elected as first American pope and takes the name Leo XIV
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By Lauren Kent, Christopher Lamb, Rob Picheta, Christian Edwards and Kara Fox, CNN
Rome (CNN) — Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has… Continue Reading
Charitable Giving Strong in 2025 Despite Economic Challenges
The end of the year may still mean a boost in charitable giving. Santa Barbara has seen generosity to local causes including the Unity… Continue Reading
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs denies accusations of assault and strangulation
By Jill Martin, Thomas Schlachter, CNN
(CNN) — New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs, facing charges for strangulation and… Continue Reading
Santa Maria man arrested Monday for multiple firearm-related charges after Sunday assault call
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SANTA MARIA, Calif. (KEYT) – A 48-year-old Santa Maria man was arrested for assault with a firearm and multiple other gun-related charges… Continue Reading
La Casa de Maria Reopens With Interfaith Celebration in Montecito
MONTECITO, Calif. (KEYT) - A beloved Montecito retreat center is reopening its doors and renewing its role in the community. La Casa de Maria has… Continue Reading
Noticias de la Costa Central 12-30-25
COSTA CENTRAL, Calif. - Autoridades recuperan el cuerpo de nadadora desaparecida tras presunto ataque de tiburón en Monterey
Bomberos del condado… Continue Reading
Iran’s ailing supreme leader resorts to his only playbook as crises mount and protests erupt
By Mostafa Salem, CNN
(CNN) — Hundreds of women lined up for a marathon on Iran’s resort island of Kish in early December wearing matching… Continue Reading
Dons pull away from Bishop Diego to move to 3-0 at Santa Barbara Holiday Classic
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - Levi Oakes scored a game-high 23 points and Brent Sharpton added 17 points as host Santa Barbara High School defeated… Continue Reading
The 20 most affordable cities in California to buy a house
Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of the most affordable cities in… Continue Reading
Moderate storm to arrive New Year’s Eve
Lingering Santa Ana winds prevail through Ventura Tuesday. A Wind Advisory in in place through 3pm, however these winds will be significantly lighter… Continue Reading
How AI shook the world in 2025 and what comes next
By Lisa Eadicicco, Hadas Gold, Clare Duffy, CNN
(CNN) — Hundreds of billions of dollars spent, a surge in mental health concerns and… Continue Reading
5 things to know for Dec. 30: CIA drone strike, Store closings, Trump-Netanyahu meeting, Kennedy Center, George Clooney
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By Alexandra Banner, CNN
The next presidential election is not until 2028, but speculation is already swirling about who might make a run for… Continue Reading
5 things to know for Dec. 30: CIA drone strike, Store closings, Trump-Netanyahu meeting, Kennedy Center, George Clooney
By Alexandra Banner, CNN
The next presidential election is not until 2028, but speculation is already swirling about who might make a run for the… Continue Reading
UAE says it will withdraw its remaining forces in Yemen after Saudi Arabia struck port city
By Mostafa Salem, CNN
(CNN) — The United Arab Emirates said Tuesday that it was pulling out its remaining forces in Yemen, after Saudi… Continue Reading
Cities with the highest and lowest property tax burdens
SmartAsset reports that Paterson, NJ, has the highest property tax burden, with homeowners paying nearly 10%… Continue Reading
The brands we lost in 2025
By Jordan Valinsky, CNN
New York (CNN) — In 2025, shoppers said farewell to a number of well-known retailers.Forever 21 didn’t live up to… Continue Reading
How to avoid getting into trouble when using AI at work
By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN
(CNN) — Love it or hate it, AI is increasingly becoming integral to the way we work.So, like a lot of employees,… Continue Reading