Blanca Garcia, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Briefs By Blanca Garcia | Mon May 20, 2019 | 10:15am

Suspicious Death Near Lompoc Under Investigation

Sheriff’s detectives are conducting an investigation to determine the man’s identity and the circumstances surrounding his death.

News By Blanca Garcia | Wed May 15, 2019 | 10:22pm

The school board heard serious complaints from concerned parents at Tuesday’s meeting.

Education By Blanca Garcia | Fri May 10, 2019 | 4:41pm

The Santa Barbara Unified School District is investigating a physical altercation that occurred at S.B. Junior High.

Education By Blanca Garcia | Thu May 02, 2019 | 12:23pm

Position will focus on energy efficiency, sustainability, and conservation.

Environment By Blanca Garcia | Thu May 02, 2019 | 10:24am

Golden State takes on federal attempts to rollback environmental protections against oil development.

Politics By Blanca Garcia | Wed May 01, 2019 | 5:34pm

SB 320 will ban gender-based price discrimination on products in California.

Briefs By Blanca Garcia | Wed May 01, 2019 | 12:07pm

Dudley joins with three other DAs following Newsom’s capital punishment ban.

Politics By Blanca Garcia | Mon Apr 29, 2019 | 2:13pm

The Federal Firefighters Fairness Act aims to help with job-related medical bills.

Education By Blanca Garcia | Fri Apr 26, 2019 | 4:23pm

Santa Barbara High recognizes graduating seniors.

Immigration By Blanca Garcia | Wed Apr 24, 2019 | 10:12pm

Santa Barbara County could lose $6 million in funding if undercount occurs.