From longtime locally-loved gems to buzzy newcomers, these are Montecito’s must-visit restaurants. Located less than two ...

The Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) and County of Santa Barbara Health Department has issued an Air Quality Watch for Santa ...

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Whether you’re a fan of fireworks or you're looking for something new, this Fourth of July, the City of Goleta is lighting up ...

A recent Santa Barbara County Grand Jury report determined the root of the housing problem is a lack of new development. The ...

A massive wildfire raced through dry grass, scorching roughly 35,500 acres as of Thursday morning, and forcing the evacuation ...

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A rapidly spreading wildfire in Southern California quickly became the state’s largest fire of the year after igniting on ...

From the rolling hills of Santa Barbara wine country to the winding mountain roads in Big Bear, these road trips offer a ...

A trial at the end of the month will determine whether a group of longtime Santa Barbara tenants must vacate their homes due ...

Transient Occupancy Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – May 31, 2025 The City of Santa Barbara collected $3.2 Million ...

Mild weather is anticipated across Southern California through the upcoming weekend, with a gradual warming trend each day.