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  • Rep. Carbajal Calls for Resignation of Defense Secretary Amid Mounting Controversy

    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth came under intense scrutiny during a fiery House Armed Services Committee hearing on Thursday, as Rep. Salud Carbajal (D-Calif.) demanded his resignation. Carbajal accused Hegseth of compromising national security, politicizing military service, and exhibiting repeated misconduct, calling him “an embarrassment to this country.” The controversy centers on allegations that Hegseth shared More

  • Thousands Show Up for “No Kings” Protest in Santa Barbara

    Thousands of demonstrators lined Cabrillo Boulevard on Saturday to join the nationwide “No Kings” protest, aimed at opposing the Trump administration and defending democracy. Stretching from Milpas Street to Castillo Street, protesters waved upside-down American flags—a symbol of national distress—and displayed signs carrying messages such as “No Kings, No Idiots,” “Immigrants Make America Great,” and More

  • “Hope for the People” Juneteenth Santa Barbara Celebration This Saturday

    Juneteenth Santa Barbara invites the community to the eighth annual Juneteenth celebration in South Santa Barbara County! Proudly sponsored by the City of Santa Barbara, this free, family-friendly event will be held on Saturday, June 14, at Plaza Del Mar Park. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and loved ones. Stay a while and enjoy the day! More

  • “Red-y” or Not, Here Comes Ruby the Red Panda

    The Santa Barbara Zoo is thrilled to welcome Ruby, a female red panda who arrived from Seneca Park Zoo in Rochester, NY, as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP). Ruby has a recommendation to breed with Raj, the Zoo’s male red panda. She is just shy of a year old, so More

  • Robert Bernstein: No Kings Rally in Santa Barbara

    Not sure that I can add much to the No Kings Rally article that was already posted. But I will offer my photos and videos and a few observations. Here are my photos. This event was quite unique for being a mostly quiet assembly of thousands of local residents who stood with signs expressing their More

  • Santa Barbara to Host Community Talks on New Westside & Lower West Transportation Plan

    The city of Santa Barbara is asking public opinion on its transportation management plans for the Westside and Lower West Neighborhoods. City officials will hold two community meetings—one virtual and one in-person—on June 16 and June 18, respectively. The transportation management plan is a long-term effort to ensure improved traffic flow, bike infrastructure, pedestrian safety, More

  • City of Santa Barbara Celebrates Pride Month Proclamation

    The City of Santa Barbara proudly celebrates its diverse and vibrant LGBTQ+ community, honoring the resilience, creativity, and contributions of its members. In recognition of Pride Month, the City reaffirms its commitment to fostering equality, inclusivity, and acceptance for all residents and visitors. As part of this year’s Pride Month celebrations, Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) More

  • A protestor holding a "No Human is Illegal" sign in Santa Barbara during the "No Kings" protest on June 14, 2025 (Photo: Jackie Spafford / edhat)

    ICE Raids Target Farm Workers Along the Central Coast

    Central Coast communities are reeling after a wave of immigration raids disrupted agricultural operations and sowed fear in immigrant communities across Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents reportedly detained over 40 farmworkers in workplace raids earlier this week, leaving farms unstaffed and families on edge. The More

  • Santa Barbara Airport Partners with Pacific Pride Foundation to Celebrate Pride Month

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) has announced a partnership with the local nonprofit organization Pacific Pride Foundation in honor of Pride 2025. The partnership will promote community engagement during Pride Month and PPF’s annual Pacific Pride Festival. It is also a step towards promoting inclusivity within Santa Barbara. Highlights Santa Barbara Airport is partnering with the More