City of Santa Barbara Honors Chumash on Indigenous Peoples’ Day
City leaders gather with Chumash elders to recognize the 20th anniversary of the tomol crossing to the Channel Islands.
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Two Men Wounded, One Arrested in Alleged Shooting in Downtown Santa Barbara
Police are investigating an incident that occurred at a bar on State Street; the suspected shooter is a 28-year-old Lompoc resident.
Unraveling Santa Barbara’s Outdoor Dining Policies Post-Pandemic
City Council wrestles with the difficulties of making outdoor dining on private property feasible for business owners.
City of Santa Barbara Working on $160 Million Worth of Capital Improvement Projects
From the police station to De la Guerra Plaza, there are nearly 60 projects recently completed or in the works.
Death of ‘Benny’ Schurmer Sparks Countywide Effort on Isla Vista Cliff Safety
Santa Barbara County Supervisor Laura Capps reveals an eight-point plan to address the dangerous bluffs, starting with new, higher fencing on the cliffs.
Can Santa Barbara City Leaders Make the State Street Promenade Work?
In the interim, the city will reopen one block near The Granada Theatre for one-way traffic.
Santa Barbara’s Press Room Makes Last Effort to Stand Against Proposed Hotel
In the battle of housing against hotels, the community may lose out on a longtime soccer-viewing haven.
Santa Barbara Public Library to Expand Hours on Evenings and Weekends
After receiving extra funding, both the Central and Eastside locations will expand service hours starting October 8.
Hate Crime, Battery, and Trespassing Charges Recommended for Santa Barbara Woman in Viral Video
Santa Barbara Police detectives referred the case to the DA’s office to consider charges against Jeanne Umana.
Hundreds Take to the Streets in Santa Barbara After Viral Video Sparks Outrage
Demonstrators shut down streets on Sunday evening in response to a video showing an alleged racial incident.