Santa Barbara Zoo welcomes three new Humboldt baby penguins
The Santa Barbara Zoo welcomed three new Humboldt penguin chicks to its animal family on…
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VNA health celebrates Mother’s Day with a luncheon tribute to mothers and caregivers
VNA Health celebrated mothers and caregivers with a special luncheon. It first began…
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The Victoria Project supports women’s access to home births, midwifery care
Medical groups agree women have the right to choose where to have their pregnancy, but the cost of that choice can put families in a financial…
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Fisherman rescued off Gaviota Beach Friday
First responders were on the scene of a water rescue for a 72-year-old man who fell out of his kayak while fishing in the waters off of Gaviota State…
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County Education Office announces Teacher and School Employees of the Year awards
The Santa Barbara County Education Office (SBCEO) announced the 2025 County Teacher of the Year as well as the 2024 County Classified School…
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100th anniversary Old Spanish Days Fiesta poster and pin revealed at the Old Mission
The 100th anniversary Fiesta poster has been revealed on the steps of the Old Mission. The special event was live on News Channel…
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Westerlay Orchids President and Founder highlights Mother’s Day specials
Toine Overgaag, President and Founder of Westerlay Orchids stopped by The Morning News to tell us about Westerlay, the different kinds of orchids,…
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A Mother’s Story: Grieving a child on Mother’s Day
For many, Mother’s Day can be a bittersweet reminder for mothers who have lost a…
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UCSB Alumni creates personal gift guide app ahead of Mother’s Day
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – Technology is evolving into the world of shopping and it may be helpful for some users, especially last minute shoppers. The…
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One805 prepares for upcoming fundraiser to help support first responders in Santa Barbara County
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – A nonprofit organization is preparing for an upcoming fundraiser to help support first responders in Santa Barbara County. On…
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As the 2024 Fiesta poster is revealed, a colorful history of the images dates back to 1924
The annual Fiesta posters have become collector’s items. This one is from 2020. The 2024 poster is about to be…
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Las Alturas Road lane closure in effect starting Friday
The City of Santa Barbara announced a lane closure on Las Alturas Road will be in effect starting Friday, May…
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San Marcos High School’s Building Community Wellness Project receives $1.5 million donation
San Marcos High School’s Building Community Wellness Project announced it will receive a $1.5 million donation from the John C. Mithun…
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Foodbank partners with letter carriers for the return of the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County announced it will partner with letter carriers for the return of the annual Stamp Out Hunger Food…
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Dos Pueblos High School seniors preview “Anything Goes” ahead of Opening Night
Student cast members Mary Bailey and Matthew Weitzel stopped by The Morning News to preview opening night, give our viewers behind-the-scenes…
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Santa Barbara Unified School District: Preschoolers head to the zoo as part of new literacy initiative
The Santa Barbara Unified School District is getting ready for a literacy…
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Dos Pueblos boys lacrosse runs out of gas and loses heartbreaker in CIF-SS D3 semifinal
Dos Pueblos lacrosse loses heartbreaker to Notre Dame 12-10 in CIF-SS D3…
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13-year old Ava Decker launches special foundation for kids with cancer while facing her own challenge
13-year old Ava Decker has started a special foundation to help kids with cancer as she battles the disease herself. Funds raised will go to support…
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DP Golfer Teddy Vigna wins CIF-SS Northern Individual Regional with record performance
Teddy Vigna claims the CIF-SS Northern Individual Regional with a record…
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Supervisor Capps and parents of cliff fall victims hear from property owners after sending letter
Since Laura Capps became the Santa Barbara County Supervisor who represents the district which includes Isla Vista, two more young men have died in…
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