Santa Barbara CA

The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is warning community members about an increase in fraudulent phone calls where scammers pose as officials and attempt to pressure victims into paying money. In these scams, callers claim you owe fines, missed tolls, or face arrest unless you make an immediate payment...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - New Beginnings in Santa Barbara is overwhelmed with a counseling waitlist now stretching more than a month. For the first time in its history, the nonprofit is hiring paid counselors in addition to its longtime volunteer team. The expansion comes as demand for affordable mental health services...

After hearing an update on the latest version of a long-talked-about housing project west of the city, Lompoc City Council members instructed staff to explore alternatives for the Bailey Meadows annexation with a suggestion to get “creative.”. During Tuesday night’s council meeting, members heard an update on the...

Local historian and author Betsy J. Green will give a talk titled “Silents on the Islands,” 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18 as part of the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum’s (SBMM) Distinguished Speaker Series. The event, at SBMM, 113 Harbor Way, Ste. 190, includes a pre-lecture reception for...

A very interesting weather day for us as not only do we have the heat wave lingering, tropical Monsoon moisture has drifted in across the region. The threat for thunder will continue through Sunday as will the heat advisories and warnings. Look for overnight lows to dip only in to the 60's with some areas struggling...

Carpinteria is having its moment in the spotlight of gentrification. Without losing its small-town charm — the sweet part of its appeal for locals and tourists — the low-key coastal community boasts pristine beaches, large agricultural operations, and an intimate vibe of retail shops and restaurants. The hopping...

MONTECITO, Calif. It’s the event that keeps bringing people back every year with their furry friends. The 4th annual Miramar Best in Show took place on Sunday under warm skies giving competitors the chance to win the big title of Best in Show. The event was presented by STAUD, a Los Angeles lifestyle brand, sharing ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - A popular barber shop is celebrating a major milestone in Santa Barbara. This month marks the Members Only Barber Shop’s 30th anniversary on State Street. Owner Henry Franco opened his doors in 1995 and built the shop into a neighborhood hub. The barbershop is known for its classic style mixed...

One hundred students from Cleveland Elementary School are starting the school year with new clothes, backpacks and school supplies, thanks to a community partnership between Kiwanis of Santa Barbara, Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise, Unity Shoppe, and Old Navy Santa Barbara. The students, selected by Cleveland...

The SBUnified PEAC Summer Institute, now in year 13, supported students who are first in their family to attend college, to engage in summer opportunities to conduct university-level research, attend an international leadership and entrepreneur conference, and enroll in college courses before high school. These...