Stage Set for Three Santa Barbara City Council Races
Incumbents take on challengers in the election races for the Eastside, Mesa, and Westside council seats.
Recent Stories
Teens Arrested After Stolen Car Chase in Santa Barbara
The 16-year-old driver is facing charges of DUI and hit-and-run after a pursuit ends with a crash.
Kids Take Center Stage for Fiesta’s El Desfile de los Niños
The 92nd edition of the Children’s Parade has more than 2,500 participants.
How Much of La Cumbre Plaza Development Should Be Affordable?
Santa Barbara city councilmembers make the case for a term sheet asking for 25 percent below-market units and public spaces.
Preparing for the ‘Silver Tsunami’ in Santa Barbara
Addressing housing affordability and caregiver availability for the city’s growing population of adults over the age of 60.
Solving the Housing-Versus-Hotels Riddle in Santa Barbara
The city looks into adaptive reuse and restriction hotel development to prioritize housing.
Santa Barbara Funds $250K to Legal Aid for Tenants Facing Evictions
City Council unanimously supports a proposal to provide legal services for low-income tenants.
Asking Tough Questions About Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara
A cultural walking tour offered three perspectives on the annual “Fiesta” celebration.
In Memoriam Maria de la Luz Renteria
1937–2024
Growing up, somehow, everywhere my family went, somebody knew my grandparents, my aunts or uncles, or one of my dozens
Eastside Santa Barbara City Council Candidate Drops Out, Setting Up Head-to-Head Race
Jett Black-Maertz cites political pressure, lack of support, in decision to end campaign.