As of early April, more than 1,800 people are wanted on active felony warrants in Santa Barbara County, according to data from the… (Read more)

“I hope that every patient who walks into that room feels supported and comforted and also reminded that they’re not alone in… (Read more)

A troll named Lulu Hyggelig snuck out of her tower every night to eat leftover pastries from a nearby bakery, but after a hundred… (Read more)

Pull the pin. Aim the nozzle. Squeeze the handle. Sweep from side to side. During a fire emergency, PASS is a helpful acronym to… (Read more)

“We all struggle in some capacity with mental health because it’s such a demanding job. It’s really hard work, really… (Read more)

The sounds of shrieking roller coaster riders clashed with protesters’ drums, tambourines, and chants at this year’s Strawberry… (Read more)

Boarded up since early 2020, the shuttered, former home of Sears at the Santa Maria Town Center is due for a makeover in the eyes… (Read more)

The couple behind Flying Goat Cellars are also avid beekeepers, and they're hosting an educational workshop tomorrow at their… (Read more)

The overlap between specific industrial areas where battery energy storage facilities are allowed and spaces near residential or… (Read more)

New Times Media Group is proud to announce our 30th Annual Winning Images Photo Contest! Our entry page is now OPEN. Are you a… (Read more)

Altering a narrow road in Santa Ynez as part of a proposed ranch expansion is a focal point for neighbors of the rural site. For… (Read more)

“What we really have before us is a compliance issue,” Coastal Commission Chair Justin Cummings said. “I think we really need… (Read more)