October 14 Alisal Fire Morning Operational Update
Santa Barbara County Fire Department’s Chris Childers shares the latest details on the fire.
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The Indy, Ep. 27: Could Offshore Oil Drilling Make a Comeback in Santa Barbara?
We dive into ExxonMobil’s attempts to reopen decades-old oil platforms off the Gaviota Coast.
Discussions with the Candidates: Santa Barbara City Council District 4
‘Independent’ news reporter Jun Starkey chats with Kristen Sneddon and Barrett Reed.
Discussions with the Candidates: Santa Barbara City Council District 6
‘Independent’ Senior Editor Tyler Hayden chats with Meagan Harmon, Nina Johnson, and Jason Carlton.
Downtown Business Spotlight: Downtown Boutiques
Join Robin Elander in conversation with Erica Brown and Robin Baron & Grace Paulette in this week’s Downtown Business Spotlight.
The Indy, Ep. 26: Santa Barbara’s Mayoral Race & the Abalone Fishing Debate
We break down the platforms of the city council candidates.
Discussions with the Candidates: Santa Barbara City Mayor
‘Independent’ Executive Editor Nick Welsh chats with the city’s six mayoral hopefuls.
Downtown Business Spotlight: Food & Drink: Wine Bars
Join Matt Kettmann in conversation with Gabriella and Sean Larkins and Zachary Feld & Breanna Kromer in this week’s Downtown Business Spotlight.
Co-Response Teams Are Making a Difference in Santa Barbara County
Deputies pair with mental health clinicians to help those in distress.
The Indy, Ep. 25: UCSB Arts & Lectures, S.B. School Board’s Vaccine Mandate, & Turning Tide Wines
Vintner Alisa Jacobson talks about how her career in winemaking led to her new label, Turning Tide.