Alcazar benefit helps Carpinteria cancer survivor
CARPINTERIA, Calif.-A benefit concert took place today for a local teacher.
The benefit for cancer survivor Angie Torres Miller took place at… Continue Reading
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Gauchos great Ajay Mitchell returns to UCSB an NBA Champion
UC SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - One of the best players to ever call the Thunderdome home is back getting his shots up at UC Santa Barbara.
"It's home… Continue Reading
Firefighters beginning to head home as Gifford Fire containment numbers continue to rise
With containment numbers of the Gifford Fire rising on a daily basis, demobilization of the Incident Command Post in Santa Margarita is now… Continue Reading
Greek Festival welcomes several at Chase Palm Park for another year
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Greek Festival in Santa Barbara has a new location but the same cultural celebration of the Mediterranean.
The Santa… Continue Reading
Isla Vista Community Services District unanimously approves 2025-2026 budget
ISLA VISTA, Calif. – On Tuesday, the Isla Vista Community Services District unanimously approved its $1.95 million budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal… Continue Reading
Kalen Bradford sentenced to three years for felony pimping after sting operation arrest
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – Kalen Bradford of Merced County has been sentenced to three years in state prison after pleading guilty to felony… Continue Reading
Aly Corvin: Pushing Limits as she competes for Ms. Wheelchair America
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Aly Corvin is on a mission.
As Miss Wheelchair California 2025, she’s not just representing her state—she’s redefining… Continue Reading
MTD Bus fares going up Monday from Goleta to Carpinteria
The MTD is raising its fares Monday. The adult fare will be $2.50 up from… Continue Reading
How Excessive Screen Time Hurts Relaxation and Mental Health
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Screen addiction is making it harder for people to relax — even on vacation — according to Licensed Clinical Mental Health… Continue Reading
LMU scores late to spoil season opener for UCSB
UC SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - For the third consecutive season, UC Santa Barbara and LMU opened their seasons against each other. Similar to 2024, the… Continue Reading
Chesluk leads San Marcos flag football to win over Westlake
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Rio Chesluk showed off all of her offensive talents as San Marcos cruised by Westlake 31-7 to win their home opener in girls… Continue Reading
Dos Pueblos picks up second lopsided win to start the flag football season
GOLETA, Calif. - Kacey Hurley threw for two touchdowns and also rushed for a pair of TDs in a 59-6 Dos Pueblos rout over visiting Hueneme.
Earlier… Continue Reading
Sheriff Brown Won’t Respond to Carbajal’s Immigration Letter — What Would You Ask Him?
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Santa Barbara County Sheriff Bill Brown has declined to comment on a letter from Congressman Salud Carbajal that calls on him… Continue Reading
New social app aims to ward off loneliness
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy placed a spotlight on America's problem with loneliness when he declared the issue an… Continue Reading
Original Casa de la Raza organization’s legal and financial challenges near final resolution
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Casa de la Raza translates to “Home of the People,” and it has been a refuge for community members for more than 50… Continue Reading
County housing inspections to continue in Isla Vista despite rental group’s opposition in court
ISLA VISTA, Calif. – In response to a county ordinance requiring inspections of rental properties passed last year, the Isla Vista Rental Property… Continue Reading
Unity Shoppe’s Back-to-School Program Helps Hundreds of Local Kids Start the Year Prepared
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Hundreds of children in Santa Barbara County will start the school year with new backpacks, supplies, clothing, and shoes… Continue Reading
2025 Back-to-School Shoppers Cite Higher Prices and Tariff Concerns
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Many school districts start classes well before Labor Day these days, and that means back-to-school shopping is already in… Continue Reading
SpaceX launch plans for 2026 continue to raise concerns with the California Coastal Commission
The SpaceX Falcon 9 launches from Vandenberg Space Force base could increase in 2026. The plan also includes a larger rocket called the Falcon… Continue Reading
Bees removed from Santa Barbara City Hall Pepper Tree
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-A swarm of bees made a home out of the tall tree in front of Santa Barbara City Hall.
The city put caution tape around the… Continue Reading