Santa Barbara, CA—On Wednesday, January 22, more than sixty people gathered to pay tribute to the late President Jimmy Carter ...

SANTA MARIA, Calif. - Last year, the governor of California issued an order to clear out long-term homeless encampments in places like the Santa Maria ...

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Santa Barbara City Councilman Eric Friedman tapped into his biblical knowledge to anoint the moment at City Hall on Tuesday.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Here in Santa Barbara, a $2 million endowment fund is making a significant difference in the lives of low-income seniors who face ...

With a rainstorm headed toward the Central Coast this week, the City of Goleta says now is the time for residents to prepare.

The surf is not up for two downtown Santa Barbara clothing stores. Billabong at 631 State St. and Volcom at 625 State St. are closing their doors this ...

This week’s second storm in California created less drama Thursday for the San Francisco Bay Area and is expected to have no ...

Forecasters say 'Pineapple Express' storm will probably be beneficial for Los Angeles and Ventura counties, helping to reduce ...

San Luis Obispo County may be one of only a handful of U.S. locations that could see rents decline in the near future, the ...

Santa Barbara County is known for being part of wine country. Just a short drive outside the city and you'll find an abundance of small vineyards and wineries that inspire the local cuisine.

Newly appointed Encinitas City Councilmember Marco San Antonio, 49, initially arrived in San Diego County in the manner that many other longtime residents have — he came through a connection to the ...