Crime
Agitated Man Stabs Santa Barbara County Deputy in Chest
The deputy was responding to a welfare check when the incident occurred.
Santa Barbara County deputies seize pounds of fentanyl
Traffic stop leads to discovery of over 2 pounds of fentanyl and 8 grams of methamphetamine
City College Boosts Security After Cafeteria Break-Ins
Multiple incidents over two months prompt new security measures on campus
Lifestyle
Everything Everywhere All at Once: The Wines of Holus Bolus
A review of five wines from the Santa Barbara-based winery Holus Bolus
Goleta Nonprofit LEAP Celebrates 55th Anniversary
Annual awards brunch raises over $80,000 to support childcare and family services.
Teacher Vows to Keep Classroom a Safe Space Amid ICE Raids
Graduate student in UC Santa Barbara's Teacher Education Program describes fear and anxiety after learning of ICE activity near her school.
Travel
Santa Ynez Valley Emerges as California's Next Great Wine Destination
Travelers discover a remote countryside with wineries, cowboys, and pastoral beauty just north of Santa Barbara.
Southbound U.S. 101 Ramp in Santa Barbara to Close Overnight
Caltrans to upgrade cellular towers during overnight closure of W. Carillo Street off-ramp
Central Coast Tourists Safely Return After Mexico Cartel Violence
A local fire chief helped the group get to the airport after they sheltered in place in their hotel.
Business
Avocado Prices Hurt Mission Produce's Quarterly Earnings
Limoneira also saw revenue declines as avocado pricing and recent deals impacted the Central Coast agriculture companies.
CrossHatch Winery Relocates Tasting Room to Downtown Santa Barbara
Boutique winery expands programming and culinary offerings in new larger space
Trump Order Allows Resumption of Oil Flow Through California Pipeline
The pipeline had been shut down since a 2015 oil spill, but the Trump administration invoked the Defense Production Act to override state regulations.
Weather
Dangerous Heatwave Passing Through Santa Barbara County
Record-breaking temperatures are forecast this week starting on Tuesday.
Daily Forecast for Santa Barbara, CA 93106
Tracking rain, snow, fog, and strong winds ahead of your trip
Burping Your House Can Improve Indoor Air Quality
Meteorologist explains how a quick burst of fresh air can clear out stale, polluted air in your home.
