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A 24-year-old man was stabbed in the eastside of Santa Barbara on Sunday evening.

Edhat residents report television service issues with Cox Communications.

Roger has the scanner reports. "Drunk driver parked his red SUV on the railroad tracks near Amtrak."

Robert reports on a meeting with the Humanist Society and the President of American Atheists.

Roger reports two possible vehicle burglars in the 600 block of W. Junipero.

[Update]: The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s reports a hiker in the Sisquoc Canyon area of the Los Padres National Forest has been found safe.

The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is canceling all motorcycle categories for 2020 after local Carlin Dunne died in a collision at the race's finish line. 

Do edhat readers have tips for being safe during this week's Fiesta?

The Greek Festival is the longest continually running ethnic festival in Santa Barbara County.

The International Space Station will be making some nice visible evening passes through Santa Barbara skies in early August, weather permitting.

The public is invited to the City of Goleta’s ribbon cutting of new sidewalk and other improvements on Fairview Avenue.

[Update]: Santa Barbara County firefighters quickly tackled a spot fire in the More Mesa area early Monday evening.

Roger reports an off-duty fireman is performing CPR on an unconscious subject in the 3800 block of State Street.

An edhat reader wonders how much Calstar helicopter rescues charge for emergencies?

Restaurant Review: La Cocina offers a unique menu inspired by indigenous foods of the Central Coast with Santa Barbara's Meso-American heritage.

[Update]: The Santa Barbara Police Department is conducting a pedestrian sting on De La Vina between Mission and Carrillo Streets.

An edhat reader is looking for local resources to advocate for a senior resident.

Roger has the scanner reports. "Drunk couple yelling at the staff of the Santa Barbara Shell Fish Company 200 Block of Stearns Wharf."

Lonnie Paul Hocker (1930 - 2019)

[Update]: Santa Barbara County firefighters are currently battling a 100-acre brush fire in the Happy Canyon area.

An edhat reader wonders how local residents can add an issue to the voting ballot.

Tom explores the history of Kate Bell's nearly 100-year-old cactus patch underneath the Sandpiper Golf Course a new video.

Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue teams responded to a report of lost hikers who ran out of water on Saturday afternoon.

C.A.R.E.4Paws launches a countywide Pet Food & Donation Drive to assist low-income, senior, disabled and homeless community members, and their animals. 

Meet Luna, a young spaniel mix who is seeking a foster to adopt home.

Meet Lilly, a petite female tabby who is looking for a yard to chase butterflies in.

On a Saturday morning in the Sta. Rita Hills, Kris Brown of Santa Barbara and Madelyn Vorgitch of Moorpark won the 5th Vintners 5 Miler by the Santa Barbara Vintners Foundation.

Roger reports either fireworks or gunshots int he 1500 block of W. Valerio.

Roger reports a possible ocean rescue off the 6500 block of Del Playa Drive in Isla Vista.

Captain Cardiac and the Coronaries brought thousands of people to their feet during the annual summer concerts in the park.