Francine Smith Francine Smith passed away in Santa Barbara on June 29, 2025. Her life was defined as a life of service for her family, friends and ...

Ford, a San Marcos alumnus, scored four goals in the second half to help push the USA Women’s Water Polo Junior National Team to a 16-15 win ...

Sometimes the little things aren't so little at all. A dozen Devereux California residents spent weeks growing potted succulent plants, decorating the ...

Plans are moving forward for a solution to a flood-prone river crossing west of Santa Maria that serves as a key link between agricultural hubs in Santa ...

Brian Patrick Forster Brian Forster was born on Jan. 24, 1967, in Waterford, Michigan. In 1979, he moved with his family to California. Brian was a ...

Bishop Diego captured the Coast Union Quad championship after going 2-0 on Saturday at Coast Union High in Cambria. The Cardinals swept their way to ...

Santa Barbara MTD’s first fare change in 16 years will go into effect on Monday, Aug. 18. The MTD Board of Directors voted in March to adopt a new fare ...

As part of the countywide cleanup effort, a child carries away an old tire at Santa Barbara Harbor. (Courtesy photo) The 41st Annual Coastal Cleanup Day, ...

The Santa Barbara Unified School District achieved reading scores 50% above the state average and a 5% increase in math ...

Goleta residents are trying to save trees slated for removal as part of planned road improvements in a northeast neighborhood ...

Like most young boys, I got caught up in the silliness of April Fools’ Day. Playing harmless tricks and jokes on friends was pretty much expected. Then as ...

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