UCSB Startup Builds Software to Speed Drug Discovery
A team of UC Santa Barbara engineering and molecular biology graduate students has developed software to accelerate the discovery process for therapies aimed at treating Alzheimer’s and other diseases. By allowing users to design, screen and test new antibodies, the platform reduces the time and cost required to...
Search near Stearns Wharf on Saturday Night
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) A search and rescue operation appears to be underway by Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara. There are unconfirmed reports that a kayaker is missing. Santa Barbara Police said they are parked near the Dolphin Fountain to assist the Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol. Members of the patrol could not...
Inside the World of ‘La La Land’
When you think of films such as Kill Bill or Pulp Fiction, director Quentin Tarantino likely comes to mind — as does actress Uma Thurman. What about La La Land? Well, that’s Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. And The Royal Tenenbaums? That’s Wes Anderson, of course. Unless...
Ventura Police Department Doubles K9 Unit
After years of operating with a reduced K9 Unit, the Ventura Police Department has restored full K9 Unit strength, doubling its capacity with the addition of two newly trained police dogs and bringing the unit to four total K9s. The expansion marks a significant investment in public safety, increasing officer...
A New Restaurant Space in Carpinteria
••• The attractive new mixed-use building at 4745 Carpinteria Avenue will have 24 apartments (The Rincon) in back, a vacation rental–style six-room hotel (The Rincon Rooms) in front, and a restaurant on the street. No word yet on what to expect from the latter. ••• Nearby, Clementine’s...
Cox Charities Celebrates 30th Anniversary With $100,000 Total Grant Distribution for Santa Barbara Nonprofits
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. SANTA BARBARA, Calif., March 5, 2026 — Cox employees across Santa Barbara raised a landmark $100,000 for nonprofits serving the communities where they live and work in celebration of Cox Charities’ 30-year anniversary. The grants will...
Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara Honors 20 Student Artists
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara, CA — The Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara honored 20 student artists during a reception at Art & Soul Gallery in Santa Barbara on Tuesday, March 3. As winners of the Foundation’s 2026 Art Scholarship Competition, each will...
UC Santa Barbara Asks the Public for Input on New Downtown Location
A newly purchased building by UC Santa Barbara is available for use in downtown. The public has been asked for input. The post UC Santa Barbara Asks the Public for Input on New Downtown Location appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
Driver Arrested After Police Pursuit Ends in Crash on Santa Barbara’s Eastside
A brief police pursuit through Santa Barbara’s Eastside neighborhood ended Thursday night when a fleeing driver crashed into a tree and attempted to run from the scene before surrendering to officers. The incident began around 9:30 p.m. on March 5, when a Santa Barbara police officer spotted a black...
Veggie Rescue Celebrates 16 Years and 5 Million Pounds Rescued with May 21 Gala
Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. SANTA YNEZ, CA, Veggie Rescue will host Sweet 16: Celebrating 16 Years & 5 Million Pounds Rescued on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Bernat Vineyard & Cafe Farm in Santa Ynez. The signature fundraising gala will feature live music, local food and...
