UCSB to Buy 78-Unit Apartment Building, Commercial Space in Downtown Santa Barbara
The purchase includes the former Staples property on State Street and apartments for university staff and faculty.
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In Wealthy Santa Barbara, Poverty Rate Among Highest in State
Coalition aims to provide “Upward Mobility” for the nearly 70,000 people living at or below poverty line in Santa Barbara County.
Santa Barbara City Administrator Addresses Fire Concerns
As City Fire crews assist in L.A. fires, leadership works to ensure the city is prepared for the future.
Thousands of L.A. Wildfire Evacuees Find Shelter, Support in Santa Barbara
Hotels are filled with people fleeing the Los Angeles fires, while community organizations jump to offer help.
Carpinteria Man Arrested After Allegedly Hitting Elderly Neighbor, Threatening Deputies
The Sheriff’s Special Enforcement Team recovered a loaded handgun and shotgun and ballistic vest during the arrest.
Santa Barbara Fire Crews Continue to Assist in Los Angeles Wildfires
More than 35,000 acres have burned, at least 10 people have been killed, and thousands of structures destroyed in the most destructive fire in LA history.
Santa Barbara City Council Honors Outgoing Member, Welcomes New Face
Alejandra Gutierrez received a fond farewell, while Wendy Santamaria was sworn in to begin her term on city council.
Reviving the Art of the Ancient Maya Forest Gardens
UC Santa Barbara archaeologist Dr. Anabel Ford works to restore ancient forestry in Belize.
Santa Barbara Swimmers Start 2025 with (Unofficial) Polar Dip Tradition
The event was technically canceled due to lack of permits, but dozens still showed up to swim on January 1.
South Coast Hotels See Healthy Increase Near End of 2024
Santa Barbara County hotels are showing increases in revenue and occupancy compared to 2023.