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Arroyo Grande Library Temporarily Closing for Renovations in July

June 17, 2025 11:06 am News Channel 3-12

Below is a press release from the County of San Luis Obispo Libraries regarding the temporary closure of the Arroyo Grande Library on July 16th,… Continue Reading

New Carnival Plans Light Up Fiesta Celebration at the Downtown Club in Santa Barbara

June 16, 2025 10:44 am John Palminteri

The Santa Barbara downtown Boys & Girls Club will host a Fiesta style carnival in August. It is in partnership with Old Spanish… Continue Reading

Grover Beach Breaks Ground At Last on Upgrades to Ramona Garden Park

June 16, 2025 12:10 pm Jarrod Zinn

GROVER BEACH, Calif. - Big changes are coming to a public park in the heart of Grover Beach. City leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony at Ramona… Continue Reading

La Cumbre Junior High Principal Shares plans to enhance Design Lab with new grant

February 6, 2020 11:52 am Patricia Martellotti

The 2020 United States census is just around the… Continue Reading

Free summer lunch program for kids canceled by Food Bank of Santa Barbara County due to budget cuts

June 16, 2025 11:19 am Dave Alley

Budget cuts have forced Food Bank of Santa Barbara County to cancel its popular "Picnic in the Park" summertime meal distribution… Continue Reading

Large items and Leftovers Picked Up as Thousands Move Out of Isla Vista

June 13, 2025 11:02 am John Palminteri

Isla Vista trash left behind is a concern during the move out weekend but efforts to do a fast pick up are underway. Some items are being donated… Continue Reading

‘No Kings’ protests underway across Southern California

June 14, 2025 12:34 pm Patricia Martellotti

VENTURA, Calif. - Thousands filled the sidewalks Saturday as part of a national day of action called “No Kings” in Ventura. "No Kings" is in… Continue Reading

Countdown is On: Santa Barbara Solstice Parade & Festival is Almost Here

June 13, 2025 10:09 am Patricia Martellotti

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - A mask, a lion, a squid, oh my! The clock is ticking for artists at the Solstice Workshop in Santa Barbara. “Oh my… Continue Reading

Grand Jury report praises Santa Barbra County’s water distribution network and investments

June 13, 2025 6:25 pm Andrew Gillies

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – The Santa Barbara County Grand Jury released a report of its findings about local water resources Friday. The… Continue Reading

Increased ICE Detentions and Deportations Create Climate of Fear and Stress

June 13, 2025 1:14 am Mina Wahab

OXNARD, Calif. — Hundreds of people took to the streets of Oxnard Tuesday night to protest recent ICE enforcement actions. “Do protests help?… Continue Reading

New businesses coming soon to old Santa Maria Costco building, next door at site of closed restaurants

June 13, 2025 11:08 am Dave Alley

SANTA MARIA, Calif. - There's quite a bit of construction taking place along Bradley Road in Santa Maria at the site of the old Costco building, as… Continue Reading

Tragedy to Triumph: Santa Barbara Mother Speaks Out Years after Losing Fiancé in Triple Fatal Crash

June 12, 2025 11:49 am Patricia Martellotti

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – It was a tragedy that changed a Santa Barbara woman’s life forever. A traffic accident killed her fiance and landed her… Continue Reading

Santa Barbara High Schools Celebrate Class of 2025

June 12, 2025 7:55 pm Andie Lopez Bornet

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – It was a day of celebration for Santa Barbara Unified School District seniors as the Class of 2025 graduated Thursday evening… Continue Reading

Grace Housing, Inc. Announces 15 Grant Recipients to Non-Profits in Santa Barbara

June 10, 2025 4:16 pm Patricia Martellotti

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Grace Housing, Inc. is announcing its grant recipients to 15 non-profits in Santa Barbara on Tuesday. The announcement is… Continue Reading

Congrats Grads and Yay Dads! Everything Happening this Weekend on the Central Coast

June 12, 2025 5:57 pm Alissa Orozco

Congratulations to the Grads and Happy Father's Day to the Dads! Whether you're celebrating the dad in your life or your most recent graduate, there… Continue Reading

‘ICE out of 805’ Press Conference in Santa Maria Urges Protection for Farmworkers

June 12, 2025 12:15 pm Jarrod Zinn

SANTA MARIA, Calif. – A coalition of immigrant-advocacy groups gathered in Santa Maria this morning to denounce recent immigration raids. Several… Continue Reading

Santa Maria area high schools celebrate Class of 2025 during graduation ceremonies

June 12, 2025 12:51 pm Dave Alley

All three large public high schools in the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District (SMJUHSD) are holding graduations ceremonies during the… Continue Reading

Could Old Spanish Days Come Back to Earl Warren Showgrounds in the Future?

June 11, 2025 5:41 pm Ryder Christ

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — As the Earl Warren Showgrounds looks ahead to a 30-year master plan, it remains unclear whether that future includes the… Continue Reading

Hundreds Rally in Santa Barbara to Protest ICE Raids and Military Presence Amid Escalating Immigration Tensions

June 10, 2025 11:07 am Patricia Martellotti

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Hundreds gathered outside the Santa Barbara Courthouse Tuesday as The FUND for Santa Barbara hosted a press conference and… Continue Reading

Check Your Scratchers: $7 million winning ticket sold at Carbaugh’s Market in Lompoc

June 11, 2025 6:30 pm Andrew Gillies

LOMPOC, Calif. – One lucky customer of Carbaugh's Market at 1021 North A Street is holding a winning Scratchers ticket worth $7 million. According… Continue Reading