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Starting this past Monday, MTD busses are now providing a connecting shuttle service for the retimed Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train.

[Update]: An edhat reader reports a baby seal born on the beach may be in danger.

Happy Easter! Did you know 90 million chocolate bunnies are made worldwide for Easter? Learn more.

A controlled burn is taking place in the Upper Trout Area in the 2500 block of Highway 154 on Tuesday, producing a strong smoke odor.

An edhat reader asks for the community's help in identifying a suspect who stole a bicycle from Ace Hardware.

Friday is National Puppy Day, send us photos of your puppy!

The Environmental Defense Center (EDC) celebrates another critical victory in efforts to stop a fourth polluting fossil fuel power plant from moving forward along the coast of Oxnard.

A science-based resource tool is set to change the way we view the Santa Barbara County landscape.

The Santa Barbara County Courthouse Docent Council proudly welcomes its Class of 2018.

The City of Goleta is starting off 2018 by making the National Council for Home Safety and Security’s list of Safest Cities in California.

The U.S. Coast Guard celebrates Women's History Month by honoring one of their Santa Barbara team members.

Santa Barbara film “Three Seconds” celebrated a premiere showing at San Luis Obispo International Film Festival this week followed by a standing ovation.

An edhat reader reports several thefts at the YMCA in Santa Barbara.

Los Padres ForestWatch has filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration for its failure to respond to an FOIA Request for public records pertaining to its review of the Carrizo Plain National Monument.

Katy Perry will perform at the Santa Barbara Bowl on May 19th to benefit area relief efforts and a special pre-sale for locals only takes place on Thursday.

Edhat readers report a tree fell near the Santa Barbara Public Library during Tuesday's storm.

An edhat reader reminds residents of a School Board Meeting Tuesday evening taking place at the Marjorie Luke Theatre.

Edhat readers share their rain photos from the weekend. Send in yours!

An edhat reader submitted a video showing steam rise from the Thomas Fire burn area.

A forum honoring International Women’s Day invited guest panelists Police Chief Lori Luhnow, retired U.S. Army Colonel Kathryn Burba, and CEO of Girls Inc. Barbara Ben-Horin.

The Rotary Club of Santa Barbara recognized Dos Pueblos High School math teacher Anuroopa Kalbag for her outstanding work and significant contributions to public education.

Over 75 local women professionals gathered on Thursday to recognize International Women’s Day with a panel discussion about the current challenges and triumphs of women in the workplace.

Mission Linen Supply was honored by the City of Santa Barbara Water Conservation Program for going above and beyond in their water conservation efforts.

On Thursday the City of Santa Barbara Fire Department Office of Emergency Services swore in nine Emergency Operations Center Volunteer Disaster Service Workers. 

An edhat reader stumbled upon a unique rock structure that might a good idea for Montecito debris.

An edhat reader feels they witnessed a strange phenomenon in the skies above Santa Barbara.

Patti shares photos of the rocks surrounding the San Ysidro Creek in Montecito.

The Dos Pueblos High School team won the annual County Mock Trial Competition that concluded on Saturday.