California Reaches $2.5 million Settlement with MV Realty Over Alleged Predatory 40-year Listing Contracts,...
California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Tuesday announced a settlement with Florida-based MV Realty, its chief executive officer, and chief operating officer, resolving a lawsuit that accused the company of running a predatory scheme that targeted financially vulnerable homeowners with decades-long exclusive listing c
Santa Maria Man, 22, Dies Following Rollover Crash Near Orcutt
One of the people critically injured in the rollover crash Sunday on Highway 135 south of Orcutt has died due to his injuries. He has been named as Carlos Huerta-Hernandez, 22, of Santa Maria, according to Raquel Zick, spokeswoman for the Santa Barbara County Coroner’s Bureau. At approximately 4:40...
The Point Market is Bringing Drive-Thru Coffee Back to Goleta This Summer
A drive-thru coffee pop-up that briefly opened in Goleta a few years back may finally be returning soon. The Point drive-thru coffee shop is expected to open in June 2026 in Goleta, according to The Restaurant Guy. The business, called The Point Market, will also have a convenience store. Food...
Two local men arrested for the online exploitation of minors after Sheriff’s Office investigations
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. (KEYT) – Two local men were arrested in connection with two separate investigations involving online exploitation of minors last month. The arrests were part of Operation Firewall, a multi-agency task force created to investigate crimes related to the exploitation of children noted the Sant
Rotary recognizes Oscar Jesse Ruiz
The Rotary Club of Carpinteria Morning presented a Vocational Service Award to Oscar Jesse Ruiz, owner and head instructor of Way of the Warrior martial arts studio. “What sets Jesse apart isn’t just what he teaches, it’s why he does it,” said club member Teresa Alvarez as she presented the award. “He inspires young ki
Flying Goat Cellars files federal lawsuit challenging Santa Barbara County wine BID
Flying Goat Cellars has filed a federal lawsuit challenging Santa Barbara County’s controversial Wine Business Improvement District, arguing the county cannot force wineries to fund and join a private trade organization against their will. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
Waterfront electric shuttle returns to Santa Barbara for the summer
Santa Barbara MTD is bringing back its all-electric Downtown-Waterfront Shuttle service for the summer, running weekends and Labor Day from May 29 through September 7.
Decade of Questions: Pearl Pinson Remembered After Vallejo Kidnapping, Suspect’s Death in Solvang
Ten years after Pearl Pinson’s kidnapping in Vallejo and her abductor’s death in Solvang, her family has more questions than answers. As others were prepping for a new week of school or work after a three-day weekend, approximately 50 members of Pinson’s family and friends gathered for a memorial Monday night in Vallej
Computer issue forces temporary closure of 3 Central Coast grocery stores
Three Central Coast grocery stores are closed for the time being due to a “serious internal technology/computer system issue.”
Montecito Luxury Estate Lists for $12 Million After Value More Than Doubles Since 2012
The luxury real estate market in Montecito continues to show momentum as a sprawling estate on San Ysidro Lane hit the market for $12 million. The property’s asking price has more than doubled since it last sold in 2012, according to a listing on Redfin. The home sold for $5 million in 2012, marking a whopping 140% jum
