Immunization issues raised by the Santa Barbara County Grand Jury have been addressed by health leaders. This includes home ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.-The Santa Barbara City Council responded to a Santa Barbara County Grand Jury's 15 page report entitled ...

Construction is expected to begin this fall on Phase II of the Modoc Multi Use Path. | Credit: County of Santa Barbara (SANTA ...

Gifford Fire initially started 3:44 p.m. Aug. 1 in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara County, California. It has burned 131,589 acres after being active for 18 days. A crew of 2,713 firefighters has been ...

Santa Margarita Lake Recreation Area in eastern San Luis Obispo announced it reopened to the public Tuesday as the county ...

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors has approved the construction contract for Phase II of the Modoc Multi-use Path. Construction is expected to ...

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A Santa Barbara man was arrested in Magalia last week after allegedly stealing and vandalizing a home while helping the victim move.

The application period is open for the Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness’ annual John Kovacs Scholarship award, designed for ...

If voters approve the Democrats' redistricting plan, Simi Valley would move out of the House district currently represented ...

Safety due to the Gifford Fire remains a top priority for fire crews as firefighters work to gain full containment on the fire that has burned 131,589 acres.

A large high-pressure system is bringing heat to the Central Coast this week. Multiple watches, warnings, and advisories are in place ahead of the peak heat. Here is a look at your extended forecast.