Business
Santa Barbara Boating Businesses Face Rising Marine Diesel Costs
Harbor operators consider price hikes as fuel expenses strain operations
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.
Lifestyle
Montecito Fire Department Hires New Fire Chief
Brian Fallon brings over 20 years of experience to the role.
Santa Barbara County to Host Second Community Workshop for New Orcutt Library
Residents invited to provide feedback on planned renovations and features for the upcoming library project.
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.
Crime
Isla Vista Braces for Deltopia Weekend with New Safety Measures
County agencies announce zero-tolerance enforcement, music restrictions, and emergency response plan for unsanctioned festival.
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.
Politics
UCSB Hosts Renowned Author Ibram X. Kendi to Discuss Rise of 'Great Replacement Theory'
Kendi's new book 'Chain of Ideas' explores the origins and spread of racist ideologies fueling authoritarianism in the U.S.
Judge Rejects Green Party Candidate's Bid for California Governor Ballot
Rudolph 'Butch' Ware argued the tax return requirement is unconstitutional, but the court ruled the state acted properly.
Thousands Protest Trump Administration at No Kings 3 Rally
The downtown event attracted over 12,000 demonstrators calling for change.
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
