Santa Barbara CA

Fast-food giant Chick-fil-A’s plan to open a second location in Santa Barbara has been shot down, at least for now. In a 3-2 vote last Wednesday, the Santa Barbara County Planning Commission rejected a proposal to build a Chick-fil-A at 4765 Calle Real, citing potential impacts on the surrounding neighborhood, the News-Press reported. The city’s […]

A female hiker was airlifted to a hospital Monday morning after being bitten by a snake on the Cold Springs Trail near Montecito Peak, according to Santa Barbara County Search & Rescue. Responders from SBCSAR, Montecito Fire, and the Santa Barbara County Air Support Unit were dispatched at 10:55 a.m....

VENTURA, Calif. (TCN) -- A 12-year-old boy has been arrested for assault in connection with the beating of a motorcyclist. The boy was allegedly part of a group of nearly 200 other juveniles on bikes and e-bikes, according to KTLA. The group allegedly surrounded a motorcyclist who was stopped at a red light on April 4. He was knocked off his motorcycle, and police said...

The Santa Barbara Rental Property Association and four property owners filed a federal lawsuit on April 3 challenging the city of Santa Barbara’s temporary moratorium on rent increases and seeking an injunction to stop the enforcement of eviction restrictions, in the latest bid opposing the city’s long-term plan for a permanent rent stabilization ordinance.

The City of Santa Barbara is joining communities nationwide in celebrating National Community Development Week from April 6 to 10, recognizing the vital role of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs in strengthening local neighborhoods, expanding access to housing, and supporting essential community services. CDBG and HOME funding help build stronger neighborhoods, expand affordable housing opportunities, and provide essential resources...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Construction is underway on one of Santa Barbara’s newest workforce housing developments, bringing new momentum to the city’s effort to support middle-income residents. Jacaranda Court is taking shape near Carrillo and Castillo Streets, just west of downtown. Crews are building what will become a new residential community. The site, once used The post Workforce Housing Construction Underway at Jacaranda Court...

Coyote’s Market, a new specialty market in Carpinteria, is set to officially open on April 11, 2026, with a grand opening celebration planned for that day. The market specializes in locally sourced meat and seafood, along with curated kitchen goods. Coyote’s Market is located at 4945-A Carpinteria Avenue and emphasizes a community-oriented approach.

Pratt said he moved into a home in Carpinteria in Santa Barbara County after his home burned in the Palisades fire last year, raising questions over his eligibility in L.A. mayoral contest.

Santa Barbara County has some great openings this week for folks who love teaching, learning, and helping others grow. From outdoor classrooms to soccer fields, there’s something for every kind of educator.

"This is transformative because it comes with support, dignity, and it also creates a community," said Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nazarenko. Nazarenko said the sheltered housing, alongside immediate access to support advocacy and care, is a critical step towards breaking the cycle of violence. "Right next door [to the...