Residents learn the Montecito ring nets will be removed before Winter rains
Montecito ring nets across several creeks have become too expensive to maintain. They will be removed soon to meet an agreement…
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Isla Vista conditions checked out in person by Supervisor Laura Capps as she calls for an eight-point safety plan
Supervisor Laura Capps checked out Isla Vista in person to help her with a improved safety plan. The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s department was…
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Current Assistant City Manager Micheal Ramirez announced as Carpinteria City Manger selectee
Carpinteria has announced Micheal P. Ramirez as the new City Manager of Carpinteria on…
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Goleta continues to work on homeless solutions and hot spots
Homeless solutions in Goleta will be discussed at a community meeting via zoom. Many camps have been linked to fires along with health and safety…
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San Luis Obispo-based real estate developer arrested for bribing County Supervisor
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California announced on Monday, that Ryan Wright, an executive at a San Luis Obispo-based real…
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Many Halloween events this weekend will scare up business on the South Coast
The Santa Barbara downtown trick or treat will be Saturday at 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Merchants have also had a decoration…
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State Street Master Plan still faces an identity crisis going forward
A Santa Barbara Civic Center plan may be developed as part of changes to the State St. promenade. It would be in the area of State St. at De la…
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Thousands of people “walkout” at UC Santa Barbara in protest of the siege on Gaza
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— A campus-wide walkout took place at UC Santa Barbara Wednesday afternoon. Over a thousand students, faculty, and community…
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Jewish Federation flags on State Street spark controversy
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Flags representing the Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara that are temporarily lining State Street in Santa Barbara are…
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Nearly 100 protestors gather outside of Congressman Carbajal’s office to urge signing of Ceasefire Now Resolution
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— About 100 people gathered outside of Representative Salud Carbajal’s office in Santa Barbara Tuesday morning to call for…
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SLO County Planning Commission votes to recommend approval of Dana Reserve housing development planned in Nipomo
The San Luis Obispo County Planning Commission is concluding a two-day meeting on Tuesday where commissioners will consider a request by a local…
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Leadbetter Beach Park makeover begins
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Fencing went up around parts of Leadbetter Beach Park on Monday. It is part of a $150,000 renovation project funded by the “The…
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Students lead “Stand Up for Israel” march in Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-Members of Jewish student groups at the University of California, Santa Barbara organized a peaceful march on Sunday. They…
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Palestinian Americans in Santa Barbara grieve killing of loved ones in Gaza Strip
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— Candlelight vigils have been taking place across Santa Barbara to mourn the innocent civilians lost in the escalation of…
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Santa Barbara paves the way for permanent parklet program outside of State Street
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.- The city of Santa Barbara is paving the way for permanent parklets. Santa Barbara City Councilmembers gave city staff the…
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Jane Austin fans fill Garvin Theatre to see “Emma” at SBCC
SANTA BARBARA, Calif-Jane Austin fans are flocking to see to “Emma.” Our News Channel Chief Forecaster Anikka Abbott is part of the Theatre Group at…
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Ceremony to recognize Katcho Achadjian Friday morning
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – An event to unveil a plaque and signage recognizing Katcho Achadjian at the government center that now bears his name will…
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Parking survey gives drivers a chance to speak out in Santa Barbara about fees and the future
A parking survey is out in Santa Barbara to gain input for future decisions on fees and use. The deadline is Nov.…
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State Street underpass project gives the area more space for bikes and pedestrians
Design changes are ahead for the State Street underpass. There will be wider sidewalks and bike lanes and fewer lanes for…
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Santa Maria Finalizing Housing Element Update 
The City of Santa Maria is nearing the end of its 2023 Housing Element update. It will determine where the city should pursue future new housing…
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