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With strong winds, a tree fell onto an apartment complex in Ventura. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.

Authorities reported a landslide on the 101 Freeway in Ventura.

A pickup truck rolled over along southbound Highway 101 between Refugio and El Capitán State Beaches on Tuesday evening, December 23. The truck came to rest next to the railroad tracks, around 8:06 p.m., according to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department. Firefighters said the solo occupant, an adult...

As 2025 draws to a close, the County of Santa Barbara proudly highlights a year of transformative achievements that advanced public safety, strengthened community services, updated parks and infrastructure, and made progress in improving housing. This year is particularly special as the County celebrates its 175th...

The Santa Barbara Airport is closed once again due to flooding on the airfield. As of 4 p.m. Thursday, all commercial flights were grounded.

California — A fast-moving storm system is prompting a tornado risk across portions of Ventura County this evening, with meteorologists warning that a tornado could form within the next 30 minutes as strong rotation develops offshore and pushes inland. Areas under immediate threat include Oxnard, Ventura, San...

"Updates are being provided to airlines as they’re available."

SANTA YNEZ, CA – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians presented a check for $10,083 to the Breast Imaging Center at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital to help the non-profit deliver superior care to its patients through ultrasound screenings, mammography and biopsies. The donation is part of the Chumash Casino Resort’s...

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This article was underwritten in part by the Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund for Social Justice, a proud, innovative supporter of local news. To make a contribution go to sbcan.org/journalism_fund. Santa Barbara County’s Health Department closed part of East Beach on December 24 due to a sewage spill. In a...