Politics
Dem Women of SB Host Forum on ICE Tactics and Community Response
Event aims to provide clarity, context, and constructive pathways for civic engagement amid ongoing deportation raids.
Race for Santa Barbara County Clerk-Recorder, Assessor Underway with Melinda Greene Filing for the Post
Melinda Greene, a 30-year veteran with the county, launches her campaign for the position.
Assemblymember Gregg Hart Introduces Bill to Restore Accountability in California County Jails
New legislation would give counties the option to maintain sheriff-run jails or appoint an official other than the sheriff to operate the county jail system.
Health
Hiker Airlifted from Tunnel Road Trail After Medical Emergency
Santa Barbara County Fire Department responded to the scene on Sunday afternoon.
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
Lifestyle
Santa Barbara City College Plans Use of Remaining $13M Gift
Board of Trustees creates ad hoc committee to explore potential uses for MacKenzie Scott's donation.
City College's Club Day Features Variety of Student Organizations
Annual event showcases spring semester student clubs and activities at Santa Barbara campus
Seven-Period Day Returning to Santa Barbara Junior Highs — in Two Years
After disagreeing over implementation, school boardmembers vote to add extra period for electives at all four schools in the 2027-28 School Year
Crime
Santa Barbara Police Investigate Bohnett Park Homicide
Suspect(s) fled the scene before officers arrived, no ongoing threat to public
Two Arrested in $50,000 Scam Targeting Elderly Santa Barbara Resident
Suspects posed as federal authorities to dupe victim into withdrawing cash
Pair of Scammers Arrested Trying to Collect Money from Elderly Victim
The suspects posed as law enforcement and targeted a local senior resident in Santa Barbara County.
Sports
UCSB Softball wins two thrillers including a walk-off home run from Waddell
The Gauchos secured a walk-off victory over LIU and followed it up with a hard-fought win against Iowa State.
UC Irvine Anteaters on 4-game win streak ahead of UCSB matchup
The Anteaters look to continue their hot streak against the Gauchos.
Cal State Northridge Beats UC Santa Barbara in OT Thriller
Josiah Davis' double-double leads Matadors to 85-83 victory over Gauchos
