Local Politics Archives

One week out to the Gubernatorial recall election, most voters still holding their ballots

September 7, 2021 11:16 am John Palminteri

If you mail your ballot on election day it will count if is postmarked on Election day and received by seven days after the…

Biden to travel to California ‘early next week’ to campaign for Newsom ahead of recall vote

September 7, 2021 9:44 am CNN Newsource

By Kate Sullivan and Betsy Klein, CNN President Joe Biden will travel to California “early next week” to campaign for Democratic Gov.…

Newsom nationalizes California recall as he fights for his job

September 3, 2021 3:46 pm CNN

CNN, KTLA By Dan Merica and Maeve Reston, CNN When California Gov. Gavin Newsom took the lectern from Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren here at…

California Senate votes to mail ballots in all elections

September 2, 2021 3:58 pm The Associated Press

By ADAM BEAM and DON THOMPSON Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The California Senate has voted to make sure all active registered voters…

Larry Elder disclosed sexual harassment allegations on 2011 radio show, but implied one woman was too ugly for it to be true

September 2, 2021 11:41 am CNN Newsource

By Andrew Kaczynski and Em Steck, CNN Larry Elder, a radio talk show host and the top Republican candidate in California’s recall election,…

UCSB Arts & Lectures reflects ‘Creating Hope’ and ‘Justice for All’ with performances and speeches

September 1, 2021 11:13 am John Palminteri

UCSB Arts & Lectures kicks off its “Creating Hope” 2021-2022…

Santa Barbara County to require employees be vaccinated or be regularly tested for COVID-19

September 1, 2021 10:44 am News Channel 3-12

Overall about one in three eligible citizens in Santa Barbara County are not…

The top candidates running to replace Gov. Newsom in the California recall election

August 31, 2021 3:43 pm CNN Newsource

By Veronica Stracqualursi, CNN A colorful cast of more than 40 candidates from all political persuasions are vying to replace Democratic Gov. Gavin…

Homeless programs redirecting those in need to permanent housing in Santa Barbara County

August 31, 2021 11:58 am John Palminteri

The recent Isla Vista temporary housing project has resulted in 27 people transitioning to permanent housing. The homes are now in…

COVID analysis by Santa Barbara County may change vaccination requirements for employees

August 31, 2021 12:02 pm John Palminteri

A COVID 19 vaccination survey is underway with Santa Barbara County workers. It may determine whether or not the shots will be…

Veteran SB County sheriff’s deputy announces candidacy for sheriff in 2022

August 30, 2021 11:29 am Keith Carls

Lt. Juan Camarena has 23 years with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office.…

SB County homeless camp cleanup efforts get boost from formerly homeless man

August 30, 2021 9:45 am John Palminteri

29 homeless camps in and around Santa Barbara and Goleta, have been targeted for clean up efforts where environmental dangers exist. The newly formed…

Central Coast residents react to California recall election

August 27, 2021 12:03 pm Karen Cruz-Orduña

The Gubernatorial Recall election is less than three weeks away and many Central Coast residents have different thoughts and ideas about the…

SLO mayor Harmon stepping down, will take new job with climate group

August 26, 2021 5:08 pm Reed Harmon

Heidi Harmon won reelection to a third term in office last November. Her last day as mayor is Sunday, Sept.…

Santa Barbara Unified School District reports 20 COVID cases during first week of in-person learning

August 24, 2021 5:48 pm Tracy Lehr

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-In-person classes began last week in the Santa Barbara Unified School District, but school board meetings are still virtual due…