Heavy rain slams Santa Barbara, causing a flood of problems
Flooding and debris forced closures on Highway 101 and Highway 1, while local businesses like Santa Barbara Landing report significant slowdowns.
Santa Barbara County Supervisors Hold Closed Session on Sable Pipeline Restart Ruling
The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors is holding a closed session on January 5, 2026, to discuss an ongoing lawsuit involving the approval of Sable Offshore to restart its Santa Ynez Unit pipeline operations. The board of supervisor’s session is being held at the county administration building and is...
Man dies in California after being swept away into creek during flooding, torrential rain
A man has died after being swept away during flooding on the West Coast this weekend, according to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office.
Atmospheric River Death Toll Rises as Floods Batter Santa Barbara and L.A.
A powerful atmospheric river system continues to wreak havoc across Southern California, with at least one confirmed death and widespread flooding prompting emergency declarations and mass mobilization of rescue crews. The victim, a 29-year-old man, was found dead after being swept into a fast-moving creek in Santa...
Relief from Rain Set for Midweek as Forecast Calls for Sunshine
Rain weary residents of Santa Barbara County will see relief in the coming week after days of storms soaking California. Before moving out of the county, Sunday’s system included warning about some strong thunderstorms late in the afternoon creating the possibility of waterspouts or a brief, weak tornado, according...
With Incumbent’s Departure, 3 Eye Fifth District Seat on County Board
For the first time in 16 years, voters in the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors‘ most northern district will face a field of candidates when they go to the polls on June 2. Three candidates reportedly intend to run for the Fifth District seat to be vacated by...
Dan McCaslin: Exploring Fir Canyon and Sunset Valley Trail
Three decades ago, guru Franko Hudson and I tried out the picturesque Sunset Valley Trail (29W04) after being denied a longer hike along the Davy Brown Trail in nearby Fir Canyon. After our recent November rainfall, I tried these related hikes in the reverse sequence and intended to squeeze in a pair of shorter hikes...
Storm Aftermath Leaves Days of Cleaning, Assessment, & Preparations
Waves impacted the Santa Barbara Yacht club during the recent storms where sand was washed out. There are no structural concerns at this time. The post Storm Aftermath Leaves Days of Cleaning, Assessment, & Preparations appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
Let it Glow Winter Solstice Party 2025!
The Let it Glow Winter Solstice Party on December 20 was the latest example of how Santa Barbara Summer Solstice never ends! Here are my photos. The party began inside and outside Longoria Wines on State Street. Environment Makers wizard Jonathan Smith did his magic projections outside. Here people kindly...
Proposed Hwy 166 corridor study highlights safety concerns
A stretch of Highway 166 connecting Guadalupe and Santa Maria could eventually see major safety and mobility upgrades.
