Crime
Santa Barbara Sister Cities Leaders Sheltered in Mexico Amid Cartel Violence
Gil and Marti Garcia were in Puerto Vallarta for Sister Cities events when chaos erupted after a cartel leader's killing.
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
Sports
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
Gauchos edge Pilots 3-2 behind strong outing from bullpen ace
Bishop Diego advances to CIF-SS Girls Basketball D5 finals
Cardinals to face Burroughs of Burbank next weekend after defeating Godinez 48-42 in semifinals
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
Federal Regulators Seek Public Input on Restarting Dormant Oil Pipelines in California
The U.S. Department of Transportation is considering waiving some safety requirements to allow Sable Offshore to restart pipelines that were shut down after a major oil spill in 2015.
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.
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
