Warming temperatures and sunny skies Thursday, rain this weekend
If you’re heading out for News Channel 12’s Annual Turkey Drive on Thursday make sure to bundle up! It will be an extra cool morning in Santa Maria…
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The Three Santa Barbara Sopranos set to take the stage at Soho on Sunday
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-The Three Santa Barbara Sopranos are rehearsing for a show this Sunday at Soho. The Three Sopranos include Deborah Bertling,…
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St. Vincent’s Fashion Show & Luncheon returns to Rosewood Miramar on Nov. 30
MONTECITO, Calif.-St. Vincent’s 14th Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon takes place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The fundraiser returns to…
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Holiday travel season takes off
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Thanksgiving guests are expected to arrive earlier and stay later than usual this year. That may be something to be thankful…
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Ventura Harbor entrance decked with lights
VENTURA, Calif.-The Ventura Harbor has decked its entrance with holiday lights. Each year it glows with the colors of the sea. The harbor lights went…
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Nearly 40,000 University of California workers throughout the state are on two-day strike to demand fair labor practices
UC SANTA BARBARA, Calif.—At UC Santa Barbara over 600 workers showed up this morning to make their presence known and their absence felt, chanting…
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Firefighters responded to hay truck fire on northbound Highway 101, north of Highway 154
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – Firefighters responded to a fifth-wheel hay hauler on fire on northbound Highway 101 just north of the junction with…
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MOXI Museum unveils Event Schedule for the Holidays
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The holiday schedule at the MOXI Museum is full of events and activities for kids of all ages! Starting today, Sock Skating…
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Santa Ynez Valley Community Outreach Center moves to new location with more room for services
The Santa Ynez Valley Community Outreach building has a new site in Buellton. It will serve seniors, veterans, and all community members who need a…
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Ventura County confirms cases of leptospirosis amongst caneberry workers
VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. – On Wednesday, Ventura County Public Health announced it is investigating several confirmed and presumed cases of…
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Turkey and Geese bring Thanksgiving cheer to Carpinteria and Goleta
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – In honor of the Thanksgiving Holiday, your News Channel went deep into its archive to find these holiday news stories. On…
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Two people are dead following single-vehicle crash near Harris Grade Road and Rucker Road
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – First responders are on the scene of a single-vehicle crash near Harris Grade Road and Rucker Road that resulted in…
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Juan Sanchezflores sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for the 2019 sexual assault of a teen
SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, Calif. – On Wednesday, San Luis Obispo County District Attorney Dan Dow announced that Juan Sanchezflores was sentenced to…
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Turkey Drive: Popular ‘Turkey Bucks’ promotion now at Grocery Outlet Bargain Market in Santa Maria
A popular way to contribute to the News Channel 12 Turkey Drive at the grocery store check out stand is now available for the first time ever in…
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Middle school student falsely reported gunfire causing the lockdown of two schools Tuesday
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – On Wednesday, the Lompoc Unified School District confirmed that a lockdown at Vandenberg Middle and Manzanita…
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Robert Becker Jr. arrested for sexual assault and failing to register as a sex offender
NIPOMO, Calif. – Robert Becker Jr. was arrested for a sexual assault and failing to register as a sex offender Wednesday. On Nov. 19, 2024,…
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Allan Hancock College opens new Student Health Center at Santa Maria Campus
Allan Hancock Community College opened a new Student Health Center at the Santa Maria Campus this…
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Festive, Holiday fun in Downtown Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Downtown Santa Barbara is getting in the Holiday spirit with a wide range of festive events. The annual Prince and Fairy Art…
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Three adults and one juvenile arrested in connection with earlier stabbing and robbery
LOMPOC, Calif. – Three adult men and a male juvenile were arrested in connection with a June stabbing and a July robbery at knifepoint, both in…
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Mild and dry conditions Thursday, tracking rain by Friday night
A weak ridge of high pressure sits over the Central Coast on Thursday. Conditions will continue to be dry and warm before a big change arrives late…
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