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Killed Because They Were Different
Santa Barbarans Observe Transgender Day of Remembrance
Santa Barbarans observed Transgender Day of Remembrance on Friday. Read story.
The Rex Marchbanks Way
Santa Barbara Bowl Unveils New Monument to Legendary Operations Manager
Santa Barbara Bowl unveils new monument to legendary operations manager. Read story.
Remorseful Johnigan Gets 15 Years to Life
Drunk Driver Killed Laura Cleaves
Emotional scene in courtroom as drunk driver who killed Laura Cleaves is sentenced and apologizes to family. Read story.
Carp Taking ’em All On in Water Duel
Montecito Tries to Force Carpinteria to Pay Share of Pipeline Project
If they can’t force Carpinteria to pay its share of Tecolote pipeline project, South Coast’s other water agencies may be forced to shell out. Read story.
Jeschke Gets Probation
Sentenced; Facing Prosecution on Additional Charges
Although he dodged prison time for now, the former high school tennis coach faces charges of witness intimidation and supplying drugs to minors. Read story.
Medical Services and Survival Backpacks Help Homeless Population
Project Healthy Neighbors Aids Community for Fifth Year
Project Healthy Neighbors aids community for fifth year. Read story.
Montecito Pet Shop to Sell Only Rescued Dogs
Owner Opts to Sell Rescued Puppies
Owner, who fancies mixed-breeds herself, opts to sell rescued puppies, and they’re going like hotcakes. Read story.
Free Legal Advice for Students Busted While Partying
Legal Resource Center Responds to Thousand Halloween Citations
The Legal Resource Center responds to the thousand citations and arrests during the Halloween weekend. Read story.
Goleta's Maripro to Install Ocean-Floor Observing System
Equipment to Revolutionize Oceanography
Vast system of sensors and robots to revolutionize oceanography with real-time Internet viewing. Read story.
Poop Patrol
County Finances Nonprofit’s Water Monitoring
Ocean water quality info available online thanks to county's funding of Channelkeeper testing, but not posted at the beach. Read story.
One-Year Anniversary
Tea Fire Began November 13, 2009
When the Tea Fire erupted in the foothills of Montecito a year ago this Friday, it scared the Santa Barbara community out of its wits, burned up 2,000 acres, and destroyed 210 homes. Read story.
Running Out of Time
Water Agencies Wrangle Over Reliability Project Financing
Millions in state grant money may be lost by delays. Read story.
More Ups and Downs for Botanic Garden
County Historic Landmarks Advisory Commission Rejects Meadow Terrace, Approves Buildings
Historic Landmarks Advisory Commission rejects meadow terrace, approves buildings. Read story.
Fire Resistant “Wood” Heads West
Safe, Eco-Friendly, Treated Wood Tests Off State Fire Marshal’s Charts
An eco-friendly treated wood called TimberSil tests off the California State Fire Marshal’s charts. Read story.
Hundreds Pay Respects to CHP Officer
Jarrod Martinez Died in Motorcycle Accident at Age 30
Fellow officers promise to be there for Jarrod Martinez’s wife and four-year-old daughter. Read story.
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