Assemblymember Dawn Addis secures nearly $1.24 million for Arroyo Grande Creek Levee
Assemblymember Dawn Addis announced Tuesday she secured $1,236,000 for the Arroyo Grande Creek…
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Vendors without permits set up shop during community meeting discussing the issue
A community meeting is being held on Monday night to discuss an ongoing vendor…
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The fate of dining parklets could be decided soon by Santa Barbara leaders
Santa Barbara decides on the future of its parklets this week. A community survey online has also been sent out for public input before the city…
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City of San Luis Obispo seeks public input on 2023 Economic Development Strategic Plan
The City of San Luis Obispo is seeking public comment on its updated Economic Development Strategic Plan. The deadline to provide feedback is Monday,…
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City of San Luis Obispo announces new Assistant City Manager Whitney McDonald
The City of San Luis Obispo has announced that Whitney McDonald will serve as the new Assistant City Manager starting Aug. 14 of this…
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Planning Commission approves change of ownership for pipeline linked to Refugio oil spill
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-The Santa Barbara County Planning Commission approved ExxonMobil’s request for a change of owner, operator and guarantor for…
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Santa Barbara parking fees rise in July
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-The cost of parking in Santa Barbara’s downtown lots is currently $2.50 an hour, but that is about to change. It will go to…
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Local Congressional members announce winners of 2023 Congressional Art Competition
On Wednesday, the offices of Congressmmembers Salud Carbajal and Julia Brownley released the winners of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for…
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Santa Barbara City Council held a special meeting to make budget adjustments
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Residents packed a special Santa Barbara City Council meeting on Tuesday night. The meeting entitled, “A Final…
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High Fire Season opens in Santa Barbara County
The Ready, Set, Go safety plan is essential for anyone living in a fire prone area. High Fire Season is now…
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Debt deal passage in the House comes as no surprise to local lawmakers
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-The debt limit standoff that threatened economic upheaval led to a compromise that seemed to come as no surprise to local…
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Italian restaurant owner says ‘Make me an offer’ he can’t refuse to take away his parklet
The Ca’ Dario restaurant parklet is now for sale after it was ruled in violation by the City of Santa Barbara. It will come out on or before June…
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Santa Barbara City Council denies parklet suspension appeals
The owners and operators of half a dozen parklets appealed their suspensions of authorization to operate and maintain their outdoor business…
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Governor Newsom appoints three locals to District Agricultural Associations
Governor Gavin Newsom announced a series of appointment on Tuesday including Elizabeth Chess of Ventura to the 31st District Agricultural Association…
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Public works Meet and Greet demonstrates all that’s done for Santa Barbara roads, bikeways, trees, water systems and more
The City of Santa Barbara Public Works day takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s a chance for the public to meet with staff and see what the…
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San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder issues Paso Robles School District Special Election final cost
The County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder has released the final cost of the Apr. 18, 2023 Special Election for the Paso Robles Joint Unified…
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Open House brings out Santa Barbara departments and the public in De la Guerra plaza
In a festive setting, the City of Santa Barbara held an open house with every department represented in and around De la Guerra…
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Salary hike for Santa Barbara Supervisors gets mixed reviews
At a time when local teachers are rallying and writers are striking over money matters, some elected officials are trying to make financial ends…
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Santa Barbara Police remember those who have fallen in the line of duty
A special police memorial remembers those who died in the line of duty. It was held Tuesday in front of the Santa Barbara Police…
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District Attorney’s Office issues cease and desist letter to Ojai City Council for Brown Act violations
The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office (VCDA) issued a cease and desist letter to the Ojai City Council and Ojai City Councilmember Leslie…
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