It took clutch 3-point making and a little bit of magic for Santa Barbara to take down juggernaut Mater Dei Tuesday night.

It's a wrap! The 40th Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) has come and gone, capping another all-out edition of ...

Despite Trump’s plans, federal funding is a small part of California’s education budget and the state oversees curriculum.

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Margo Miller Kenney It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Margo Miller Kenney, beloved wife,
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On Tuesday at 11:16 a.m. the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA issued a flash flood watch valid from Thursday 10 a.m. until Friday ...

Rodger Dawson Rodger Dawson was a man of many passions and talents. He died on Feb. 8, 2025, holding his wife’s hand. He was ...

IN SHORT, the orchid is something beyond the beyond, even in a world of whimsical blossoms, which may be one reason it has ...

On Wednesday at 11:49 a.m. an updated wind advisory was issued by the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA valid from 6 p.m. until ...

Ariana Grande wore a vibrant pink floral embellished Armani Privé while attending The 40th Annual Santa Barbara International ...