Lifestyle
Bodega Flower Girl Curates Contemporary Corner Store Vibes
Santa Barbara's culinary scene veteran Emma West Roldan is now selling prepared foods, picnic supplies, paper towels, and much more on West Gutierrez Street.
Santa Maria Community Raises Over $120,000 at Santa Barbara Humane's Wild West Fest
The annual event saw a 25% increase in funds raised to support pet services in the local community.
Lompoc Animal Shelter Secures $850K for Renovation
Federal funding will help modernize aging dog kennels and improve animal care.
Business
Chocolate Maya Passes to New Owner After 15 Years
Longtime employee Willow Sprout takes over beloved Santa Barbara chocolatier
Mark Schneidman Honored as RISMedia 2026 R.E. Newsmaker
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Realtor recognized for industry leadership and community impact.
Palihouse Santa Barbara Boutique Hotel Changes Ownership
The 24-room property in downtown Santa Barbara's historic Presidio neighborhood sold for $16.75 million.
Crime
Santa Barbara Police arrest man after domestic disturbance, vehicle pursuit
The suspect fled police, leading to a chase that ended in a crash near downtown Santa Barbara.
Man Jumps Jail Fence After Spotting ICE Officers
The incident led to a tense standoff outside the Santa Barbara County Jail.
Desperate Man Breaks Into Jail to Avoid ICE Agent
The suspect scaled a jailhouse fence in a risky bid to escape federal immigration authorities.
Politics
Thousands Protest Trump Administration at No Kings 3 Rally
The downtown event attracted over 12,000 demonstrators calling for change.
Santa Barbara Short-Term Rental Policy Faces Legal Challenges
Proposed ordinance raises concerns over coastal access and Coastal Act compliance.
District Attorney Calls for Mental Health Diversion Law Reform
AB 46 aims to strengthen California's mental health diversion statute and restore judicial discretion
Sports
Oregon baseball shuts out UC Santa Barbara 2-0
Ducks improve to 23-5 on the season with another strong pitching performance.
UC Santa Barbara Baseball Defeats No. 20 Oregon
Gauchos bounce back with strong pitching and timely hitting in game two of the series
Hawai'i Men's Volleyball Sweeps UCSB, Stays Perfect in Big West
Rainbow Warriors extend home win streak over Gauchos to 14 matches
