Local nonprofit organization holds annual fashion show to raise awareness about ovarian cancer
Hundreds of people attended a popular fashion show on Saturday that is held each year to help battle against ovarian…
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‘DELTOPIA’ WEEKEND: Road closures in effect in Isla Vista
ISLA VISTA, Calif. — The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office announced Saturday morning pre-planned hard closures for the unsanctioned street…
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Santa Maria High School basketball star breaks state three point record
SANTA MARIA, Calif.- Johnathan Lupercio is a Santa Maria High School junior and basketball star. He broke and set a new state record for most made…
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District Attorney warns public about recent increase in fraudulent property listings
The Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office sent out a warning this week concerning fake listings of vacant lots for sale across the…
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Professional bowling tournament returns to Santa Maria for first time in 20 years
Professional bowling is set to return back to Santa Maria for the first time in 20 years this weekend when Rancho Bowl hosts the PBA Santa Maria…
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District Attorney’s Office concludes 2022 Santa Maria officer-involved shooting justified
The Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office has concluded that the non-fatal officer-involved shooting of Francisco Gomez Solano on Dec. 15,…
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Santa Maria Kite Festival, Downtown Fridays set for this weekend despite recent rain
SANTA MARIA, Calif.- Organizers say events like Downtown Fridays and the Kite Festival in Santa Maria will still happen this weekend. Rain and…
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Coastal Commission upholds San Carpoforo camping prohibitions in unanimous decision
Los Padres National Forest officials announced a unanimous decision to uphold the prohibition of overnight camping, campfire use and dogs off leashes…
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United Way and Dolly Parton Imagination Library supply free books to kids under five across county
The United Way of Santa Barbara County has been our region’s affiliate for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, and now, thanks to matching funds…
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Federal funding arrives to help the Santa Barbara Airport with its ongoing upgrades to the terminal, runways and other services
With work already in progress at the Santa Barbara Airport in the background, a presentation of funding from the federal government is helping to…
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Cement truck in Buellton overturned on Highway 101 Wednesday morning
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported an overturned cement truck on Highway 101 due to a traffic collision Wednesday morning.…
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Black Mountain and Navajo Roads to close due to construction
Los Padres National Forest authorities announced the closure of Navajo and Black Mountain Roads due to repairs Tuesday.…
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Lompoc Police Department to use over $700,000 in federal funds for public safety upgrades
The city of Lompoc announced the Lompoc Police Department received federal funding of $728,000 for the 2024 fiscal year to help with public safety…
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City of Santa Maria offers sprinklers and landscape burlaps for greener spring
The City’s Utilities Department is offering free landscape burlaps and sprinklers for City residents as part of its Go Green for Spring promotion.…
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Santa Barbara Humane offers free spay and neuter services for feral and owned cats
The Santa Barbara Humane (SBH) organization is offering free spay and neuter services for owned or feral cats at its Santa Maria campus this month.…
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Falcon 9 launch scheduled from Vandenberg Space Force Base Monday night
SpaceX has a rocket launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base currently planned for Monday, Apr. 1, at 7:30 p.m. with backup options until 11:30…
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Santa Maria farmworker press conference held to address pay, working conditions
Advocates for Santa Maria farmworkers have new findings from a study on farmworkers’ pay and workplace…
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Free rattlesnake removal and relocation services available in Santa Barbara and SLO counties
As the weather warms along the Central California Coast, some of our slithery neighbors are leaving their winter hibernation. Residents who discover…
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News Channel team recognized at Golden Mike Awards
LOS ANGELES, Calif.-A shout out goes out to News Channel 3-12 colleagues who took part and received recognition at The 74th Golden Mike Awards.…
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Hundreds gather at First Christian Church for the 10th Annual Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt
Hundreds of people came together today at First Christian Church in Santa Maria for the annual Special Needs Easter event.…
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