Semi truck rollover forces overnight closure of SLO County highway
Emergency crews responded to a big rig rollover that blocked the highway along the San Luis Obispo/Santa Barbara county line late Tuesday evening. At 10:42 p.m., a semi truck crashed and fell onto its side, closing both lanes of Highway 166 near Miranda Canyon Road, according to a post on X from Cal Fire . Work crews were able to secure the scene...
Solvang ‘icon’ Susan Williams, who died Monday, given proclamation posthumously
What was meant to be a day of celebration became a day of grieving for the friends and family of a local businesswoman, community activist and memory maker. Susan Williams died Monday morning, hours before Solvang City Council members issued a proclamation in her honor. “It’s a tremendous honor for...
Washed Up Boat in Summerland Creates Maritime Safety Concerns
A beached sailboat is a serious concern on the coast of Summerland. The county may authorize it to be crushed removed by Marborg before it gets broken up by wave action. The post Washed Up Boat in Summerland Creates Maritime Safety Concerns appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
The Lash Lounge Opens First Co-Branded Location with Frenchies Modern Nail Care
VENTURA, Calif. -- Husband and wife Bryan and Kristina Johnsen have opened the first co-branded the Lash Lounge location. The Johnsens also own Frenchies Modern Nail Care, which is located adjacent to the Lash Lounge. The Lash Lounge offers custom eyelash extensions, lash lifts, tinting, threading and more. There are...
Domestic Violence Leads to Arrest of Sleeping Suspect
A domestic violence incident on Santa Barbara’s Westside on the afternoon of April 17 ended. with the arrest of a local man who allegedly attacked another person. According to Santa Barbara Police Department spokesman Ryan DeJohn, the confrontation. unfolded shortly before 4 p.m., when Felix Hernandez, 35, of Santa...
Manhunt Ends with Felony Arrest
A man already wanted on multiple felony warrants triggered a tense, multi-day search in Santa. Barbara County after allegedly ramming a deputy’s patrol vehicle and fleeing on foot. According to Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer Raquel. Zick, the incident unfolded shortly after 6 p.m. April...
Two Shootings in Northern Santa Barbara County: Arrests & Case Updates
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY,CA — April 26, 2026 –– Two shootings in northern Santa Barbara County are at the center of a felony case now involving a loaded handgun found on a high school campus which led to the arrests of two students on charges of attempted murder.
Santa Barbara Restaurant Week returns with special menus and local deals
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. — Food lovers across the Central Coast can take advantage of special dining deals as Santa Barbara Restaurant Week gets underway. With rising dining costs in 2026, the week-long event is giving locals a chance to enjoy prix-fixe menus at a more affordable price point while supporting area restaurants.
Santa Barbara City Council votes to receive Draft State Street Master Plan
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) People packed the Santa Barbara City Council Chambers and the overflow area to hear the final item on the agenda. They arrived early to see the draft State Street Master Plan presentation by Stefanos Polyzoides of Moule & Polyzoides of Pasadena. "The decisions that are made today will have importance for The post Santa Barbara City Council votes to receive Draft...
Tesla driver, 18, killed in Hwy 101 crash near Ventura ID’d
Authorities identified the teenager who died in a solo-vehicle crash off Highway 101 near Ventura on April 26. Anoush Apfelthaler, 18, was from Thousand Oaks, according to the Ventura County Medical Examiner's Office. He died of blunt force head, neck and thoracic injuries and his death was ruled an accident. Apfelthaler was driving a Tesla on the 101 south of Seacliff around 9...
