COVID-19

Santa Barbara County Public Health officials confirmed two additional cases of coronavirus bringing the total to 26 within the county.

With so much scary news out there about the coronavirus, check out some good stuff happening in our local community to help others.

Scams and fraudulent services have increased since the COVID-19 pandemic caused local residents to self-isolate.

Santa Barbara County Public Health announces 24 confirmed cases of COVID-19 as Sheriff Bill Brown states a decrease in overall crime during Tuesday's press conference.

Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County announced coronavirus information and updates added to local 2-1-1 help line.

Local officials discussed price gouging, hospital plans, and current positive cases for COVID-19 on Monday afternoon.

[Update]: Cottage Health has opened drop-off centers for donations of medical supplies such as isolation gowns and masks.

Ventura County has reported its first COVID-19 related death as the number of cases increases to 30. 

[Update]: The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department has confirmed 5 more positive cases of COVID-19 in the county growing to a total of 18.

The Santa Barbara County Law Enforcement Chiefs Association aims to maintain peace and order throughout Santa Barbara County while supporting Public Health authorities in their efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19.

Two-feet is the new six-feet at the Saturday morning Farmer's Market in Santa Barbara.

Governor Gavin Newsom directed more than $42 million in emergency funding to expand California’s health care infrastructure and secure equipment and services to support California’s response to COVID-19.

During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Care Centers ask that our patients please do the following to help protect you and all of our patients and dedicated staff.

UC Santa Barbara Chancellor announces all employees must stay home during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The City of Goleta is encouraging community members to Stay Safe and Stay Home following California Governor Gavin Newsom’s March 19, 2020 order

Santa Barbara County health officials provided an update on the COVID-19 pandemic stating social distancing is our only hope to slow the spread of the virus.

Local nonprofits and foundations have joined forces to pledge over $1 million in support of local COVID-19 relief efforts. 

ASAP Cats is looking for foster parents to take adoptable cats home during the shelter in place order and is offering a drive-thru pick up on Friday.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a statewide shelter in place order for all residents during the coronavirus pandemic.

[UPDATE]: The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department has confirmed there are 9 total cases within Santa Barbara County.

Cottage Health provides a community update on the coronavirus and how local hospitals and responding to the pandemic.

The Economic Development Collaborative has compiled a list of resources now available for employees and employers.

Santa Barbara Mayor Cathy Murillo has addressed the community regarding the coronavirus pandemic in a new video.

The Restaurant Guy compiles a list of local restaurants offering pickup or delivery during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Red Cross shares tips to handle emotions during the coronavirus pandemic.

The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department now reports three confirmed cases of the coronavirus.

[Update]: Ventura County is now reporting 13 confirmed positive cases of novel-coronavirus (COVID-19).

The Santa Barbara Police Department will deploy a “limited in-person” service model due to the coronavirus.

[Update]: The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department confirmed the five UC Santa Barbara students placed under quarantine in Isla Vista have tested negative for COVID-19.

[Update]: Santa Barbara MTD to reduce bus service and provide free rides on all fixed-routes.