News
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Mid-century Modern Masterpiece Designated as Structure of Merit
A Garden Street home has been recognized by the Santa Barbara City Historic Landmarks Commission.
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Serial Burglary Suspect Arrested Near East Beach
Santa Barbara Police arrested 47-year-old Brian Schotz for allegedly committing several commercial burglaries.
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Hundreds Join Women's March in Downtown Santa Barbara
On the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, hundreds of people gathered on January 22 for the 7th annual Women's March.
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Residents Displaced in Goleta Home Fire
Goleta residents are currently displaced following a structure fire late Tuesday morning.
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King Tide Throws Rocks Over Sea Wall, Radically Alters Butterfly Beach
A reader shares photos of the King Tide from Butterfly Beach in Montecito.
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Goleta’s Community Deputy Available to Help Businesses Prevent Burglaries
Book Appointment for Free Assessment and Review Burglary Prevention Tips
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Santa Maria Police Investigating Fatal Traffic Collision
Santa Maria Police are investigating a traffic collision that killed a 21-year-old male.
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Santa Barbara High Wins Congressional App Challenge
A pair of Santa Barbara High School students won the Congressional App Challenge by creating a program that aims to strengthen student connectedness with an anti-cyberbullying approach.
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Amtrak Resumes in Orange and San Diego Counties, While Tracks Remain Closed North of Goleta
Trains will travel between San Diego and Orange County on Saturdays and Sundays without a bus connection, while tracks remain closed north of Goleta
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Construction Begins for the Westside Community Paseos Project
Construction for the Westside Community Paseos Project begins on the 600 block of West Mission Street on January 27 and will last for two months in this location.
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Changes Proposed to Increase Community Garden Access
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is proposing several changes to reduce waitlists and increase access to Department-run community gardens.
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District Attorney Charges Stearns Wharf Murder Suspects
Santa Barbara County District Attorney John Savrnoch announced four suspects were charged in connection with the murder of Robert Gutierrez on December 9, 2022 at Stearns Wharf.
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Santa Barbara Public Library Increases Access to Central Library, Plus Storm Assistance
Santa Barbara's Downtown Central Library is opening access to the upper level and providing access to Storm Recovery Assistance
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Suspects Caught on Video Stealing E-Bikes from Downtown Parking Garage
Several suspects have been captured on video surveillance stealing up to six electric bikes from a downtown parking garage.
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UCSB Professor Has Cameo in Marvel Film
UCSB Historian Gerardo Aldana, an expert in Mesoamerican civilizations, consults on “Wakanda Forever,” propelling his research into the MCU — and ending up on screen.
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SANTA BARBARA COUNCIL & ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS: JAN 23
Here are the Santa Barbara City Council and Advisory Commissions meetings for the week of January 23, 2023
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Figueroa Mountain Burn Scheduled for This Week
A prescribed burn of 1-10 acres near Figueroa Mountain will take place this week.
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Vehicle Flipped on Highway 101 at State Street
A reader reports a vehicle rolled over on Highway 101 northbound at the State Street exit
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Judge Robert G Eckhoff
Judge Robert G Eckhoff (1928 - 2023)
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State Street Restaurants to Pony Up for Parklets
The Santa Barbara City Council has approved outdoor dining structure fees for restaurants and vendors using parklets on State Street.
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Striping Removal and Slurry Seal Treatment on State Street
The City of Santa Barbara will be removing pavement markings on State Street this week.
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Robbery Suspects Arrested in Santa Maria
Santa Maria Police arrest robbery suspects with assistance from the community.
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Clearing Storm Rainbow
Ron captures a photo of a rainbow after the storm.
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Cat of the Week: Cha Cha
Meet Cha Cha, a sweet kitty in need of a new home.
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Dog of the Week: Lana
Meet Lana, a sweet love bug looking for a home.
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Twenty Cited During Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Operation
The Goleta Police Department Traffic Unit issued 20 traffic citations for a variety of violations made by drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians during a safety operation on January 17.
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Cars Around Town: Part 3
Joe shares more photos of unique and interesting cars around town.
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January Tree of the Month: Kentia Palm
Kentia Palm is one of the most graceful and elegant palms to be seen in our community. It is also one of the most adaptable to our area, making it perfect for private and public landscapes.
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The Sky is Back!
We're getting a break from the rain and clouds, so we have a chance to enjoy some visual astronomy in the second half of January.
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Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce Announces Regional Business Award Winners
The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the winners of the Regional Business Awards that will be presented at the Chamber’s Annual Membership Meeting & Regional Business Awards luncheon on February 2.