Monterey Pitcher Ella Myers Shines in UCSB Debut
Freshman makes memorable first collegiate at-bat with run-scoring single.
UCSB Reliever Olivas Shines in Series-Clinching Win Over Portland
Bishop Diego advances to CIF-SS Girls Basketball D5 finals
Crime
Santa Barbara Cracks Down on Deltopia Party with Zero-Tolerance Enforcement
Sheriff's Office outlines new ordinance restrictions and enforcement plans ahead of annual unsanctioned spring break event.

Four Injured in Goleta Highway 101 Crash
Pickup truck veers off freeway, crashes into overpass pillar on rainy President's Day
Pedestrian struck, killed by train in Santa Barbara
The incident occurred on the 1800 block of East Cabrillo Boulevard near the Santa Barbara Cemetery.
Health
Youth-Led Media Campaign Aims to Reduce Underage Drinking in Santa Barbara
Friday Night Live program at Maple High School launches creative, research-based effort to promote positive social norms and prevent alcohol use among teens.

Cottage Health Expands Pediatric Care in Santa Barbara
New Grotenhuis Pediatric Clinics bring all 15 pediatric specialties under one roof
County Warns Residents to Avoid Kratom and 7-OH Products
Health and Sheriff Departments cite serious health risks including addiction, overdose, and death
Business
Melinda Cabrera to lead Santa Barbara Boys & Girls clubs
Cabrera departs Scholarship Foundation to take new role as CEO of United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County.

Helicopters Upgrade Santa Barbara's Electric Infrastructure
Southern California Edison uses aerial operations to install fire-resistant poles and cables in the hills.
Nasif, Hicks, Harris & Co., LLP Celebrates 50th Year in Business
Full-service public accounting firm marks half-century milestone in Santa Barbara and Ventura
Weather
California Hit by Powerful Winter Storm
Heavy rain, snow, and high winds cause chaos across the state

Heavy Rain, Winds, and Snowfall Forecast for Santa Barbara Region
Multiple storm systems to bring significant precipitation and hazardous conditions over the next week
California Hit Hard by Winter Storm with High Winds and Heavy Snow
Millions face flood warnings as rain, snow, and high winds wreak havoc across the state
Lifestyle
Carpinteria's Surfliner Inn Project Faces Community Backlash
Visual impacts and effects on wildlife were major concerns about the hotel proposed along the railroad tracks.

New Regional Retirement Professional Association Launches in Santa Barbara
SINA brings together senior living leaders, financial advisors, and estate planning experts to provide coordinated guidance for older adults and their families.
Luxury Coastal Charm For Sale in Santa Barbara
Award-winning Mediterranean townhome in the Funk Zone offers prime location and designer finishes