With electric bike sharing program approved, SB’s State Street keeps evolving
The city is moving forward with another addition to a modified State Street, though the bike-sharing program is considered…
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Amtrak requiring reservations over Thanksgiving
Amtrak will require reservations for train tickets during the Thanksgiving…
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Burglar apprehended after being stranded by tide in Isla Vista
He was booked into the Main Jail on a $50,000 bail where he is expected to be charged with felony burglary and possession of stolen property.…
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Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputy tests positive for COVID-19
Of the 43 coronavirus cases within the sheriff’s office, 42 people are considered to be recovered.…
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Local stimulus program rejuvenates Carpinteria businesses
A new stimulus program in Carpinteria rewards shoppers with discount cards and helps local businesses. …
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Santa Barbara County records new coronavirus death
The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department recorded a new coronavirus death on Thursday. It’s the County’s 120th death attributed to the…
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Multiple car crashes back up traffic on Highway 101 through Gaviota
Shortly after that, a white Ford 150 truck crashed into the guardrail, and was also partially blocking the number 1 lane.…
Continue Reading Car crash possibly ignites fire on Highway 154
It was not immediately clear if the fire was out by the time officials got there, but drivers were advised to be cautious when driving through the…
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Election security on the minds of voters following FBI news conference
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. A steam of voters dropped off their ballots at the Santa Barbara County Elections office box while the FBI announced…
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League of Women Voters takes part in “Fresh Food and Facts” event
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. People picking up bags of produce and diapers had a chance to ask questions about voting, too. It was all part of an event…
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Crews restoring Montecito’s San Ysidro trail, nearly three years after mudslide damage
Mules are carrying lumber up the popular hiking trail to help crews stabilize the…
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Santa Barbara Humane Society donates large animal equipment to animal services
Santa Barbara Humane Society donated thousands of dollars in large animal equipment to the Santa Barbara County Animal…
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Firefighters put out small brush fire in Santa Ynez Valley
It happened on the 5600 block of Armour Ranch Road just before 2:30…
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Colder weather presenting new challenges for restaurants offering outside dining
Outside restaurants are looking to add more heaters and tents as the weather gets cooler. But demand for these items is up. …
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Extra holiday shopping coming to State Street
Downtown Santa Barbara is organizing weekly outdoor shopping on State Street. The State Street Promenade Market will be Thursdays from 3:00 to 7:30…
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Electric bike share plan about to be charged up in Santa Barbara
A shared electric bike project similar to this example shot is coming to downtown Santa…
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Congressman calls for legislation following Conception report
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. Local Congressman Salud Carbajal reacted to the National Transportation Safety Board hearing by talking about legislation he…
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Supervisors vote to allow stricter health order enforcement with SB County on verge of “moderate” tier
Penalties could soon apply to egregious violators in unincorporated areas of the…
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State and local officials urge flood preparedness before rainy season
California Department of Water Resources (CDWR) reminding Californians to be flood-ready during Flood Preparedness…
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Sting operation leads to arrest of three men in Santa Barbara County
The sting operation was part of a larger operation to check the compliance of more than 100 registered sex offenders.…
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