Plato Fire Burning Near Vandenberg Space Launch Complex
Vandenberg Air Force Base reports that base firefighters are working to contain the fire.
Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund
Articles in this category were underwritten in part by the Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund for Social Justice, a proud, innovative supporter of local news. This fund supports the Santa Barbara Independent's coverage of social justice, housing, and environmental issues, all of which were important to Mickey Flacks - a fierce and tireless advocate for them during her lifetime. Mickey Flacks helped create the grassroots organization the Santa Barbara County Action Network (SBCAN), was part of the Citizen's Coalition, as well as serving on the boards of the Santa Barbara Tenants Union, the ACLU, Citizens Planning Association, the Environmental Defense Center, the Jewish Secular Humanist Society, CAUSE, the Fund for Santa Barbara, and more.
Showing 216 results for
Stage Set for Soltopia to Replace Deltopia in Isla Vista After County Crackdown
More than 18 bands and 13 deejay sets are slated for Saturday’s sanctioned spring festival, which promises free food for residents.
Thousands March in Third No Kings Protest
A strong protest against ICE, Sable, and authoritarianism.
A 4,000-Unit Housing Project Between Orcutt and Los Alamos Is Moving Forward
Public comment on what the project’s environmental review should contain is open through April 17.
Third No Kings Protest Scheduled for Saturday
Santa Barbara joins 3,000 other communities around the world in what organizers say will be one of the largest peaceful protests in U.S. history.
Goleta City Council Approves Shelby Housing Project
The builder’s remedy project will create a neighborhood of 56 single-family homes next to the Glen Annie Golf Course.
Buellton City Council Votes to ‘Reconvert’ Long-Term-Stay Motels on Avenue of Flags
The ordinance will primarily impact the Farmhouse Motel and require tenants to move over a span of up to two years.
Ashlee Buzzard Appears in Lompoc Court on Murder Charge After Two No-Shows
The defense is challenging a search warrant in the case of the Vandenberg Village woman accused of murdering her 9-year-old daughter.
Goleta Extends Senior Housing Protections, Is Sued in Federal Court
Goleta says the ordinance will help preserve senior housing while park owners allege it is discriminatory against families.
Santa Barbara Rep. Carbajal Says Farm Bill Ignores ‘Devastating SNAP Cuts’ in ‘Big Ugly Bill’
SNAP’s new work requirements will pose more hurdles for people seeking food assistance.
