Former Teacher Charged with Child Molestation and Electronic Peeping Fails to Appear in Court
Steven Schapansky is deemed a flight risk, and a no-bail warrant for his arrest was issued by Judge Thomas Adams this Friday.
Aidan Kenney
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Santa Barbara Woman Identified in Recent Death at Stearns Wharf
Susan Vaughn, 64, was identified by the Coroner’s Bureau as the woman who died after reportedly jumping off the pier.
New Goleta Train Depot Breaks Ground
The $32 million full-service station is set to be complete in summer 2026.
Santa Barbara County DA Rules Deadly Lompoc Police Shooting Was Justified
Authorities say that officers used justified force in the killing of 20-year-old Connor Amador in December 2023.
UCSB Police Respond to Report of Sexual Violence in Campus Housing
University officials send out an alert early Wednesday morning about an alleged “rape and strangulation.”
Santa Barbara Leaders Weigh In on Report on Handling Encampments
The City Council responds to a Grand Jury report on encampments following statewide order.
Former Santa Ynez Coach Sentenced to State Prison for Multiple Sex Crimes Against Minors
Gregory Scott Ray, 57, will serve 22 years and four months followed by 50 years to life.
Santa Barbara County DA Rules Police Shooting of Wesley Klotthor Justified
The 32-year-old Santa Maria resident was killed following an hours-long standoff in January.
Man Arrested After Reported Robbery at State Street Jewelry Store in Downtown Santa Barbara
A suspect was taken into custody Wednesday after allegedly attempting to rob a local jewelry store with a firearm.
Carbajal Brings $1 Billion to Central Coast Infrastructure
Bridges, roads, airports, water, and more are destined for improvements and upgrades.