Miramar to Host Montecito Sheriff Substation
In a remarkable development for local public safety, the Montecito Association has announced that the long-anticipated Sheriff Substation will now be hosted by the Miramar Hotel – at no cost to the community. The generous offer, which includes covering all associated expenses, marks a major milestone in a years-long...
Two Arrested after Car Crashes into Goleta Home
GOLETA, Calif. - Two adult males were arrested after crashing their Honda Accord into a single family residence. The crash happened at 11:30 p.m. Monday night on the 6200 block of Cathedral Oaks road in Goleta. A solo resident was at home at the time of the crash, but sustained no injuries. The home was The post Two...
Box Truck Gets Stuck At Los Patos Way Bridge in Santa Barbara
A box truck got stuck under the Union Pacific Railroad bridge near Los Patos Way in Santa Barbara Tuesday morning. Around 7:30 a.m. a truck driver drove into the bridge and temporarily blocked the roadway while a tow truck responded to the scene to remove it. The low bridge over...
SBNC Breaks Ground on New Westside Facility
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics (SBNC) officially broke ground on its new Westside Clinic at 621 W. Micheltorena Street on Friday, May 30. The event marked a major milestone in expanding access to healthcare for underserved communities on Santa Barbara’s Westside. Community leaders, including SBNC CEO Dr. Mahdi...
Music Academy Launches New Downtown Hubm
The Music Academy of the West has announced the acquisition of 901 State Street, a landmark property in downtown Santa Barbara, marking a transformative expansion into the heart of the city. This ambitious new hub for music education and community engagement is made possible by a $20 million gift from Cheryl...
Narcan available for free in more places in Santa Barbara
At least once a week, someone in Santa Barbara County dies from an opioid overdose. Lifesaving medication Narcan is now available free from the Santa Barbara Police Department’s station lobby, explains Commander Brian Miller from the Santa Barbara Police Department. "Our community is affected by the opioid crisis...
Family pleads for help in mysterious death of UCSB student Liz Hamel
The freshman fell to her death on Valentine's Day.
Home and Garden Expo in Santa Barbara gave Inspiration for Current and Future Homeowners
SANTA BARBARA, Calif - Current and future home owners attended this weekend's home and garden expo. The expo took place this weekend at the Earl Warren Show grounds. That's where visitors had a chance to get inspired by displays and talk to experts about the latest home trends. Local and national exhibitors gave...
Cabrillo and Los Patos Roundabout Project Completed
The City of Santa Barbara is pleased to announce the completion of the Cabrillo-Los Patos Roundabout, a joint project with the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG). The roundabout reduces congestion and improves safety along one of the City’s busiest coastal corridors. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was...
Friendship Center Event Honors Service, Sacrifice of its Veterans
Friendship Center honored its veteran members with a Veteran’s Luncheon May 29 celebrating their service and sacrifice. The event welcomed nearly 50 guests, including members, their families, and loved ones. Nine veterans were individually honored during the event. Each was presented with a special gift and invited...