Santa Barbara

Police arrested a 21-year-old Santa Barbara man accused of fleeing the scene after striking two pedestrians during a street takeover in Northridge. The hit-and-run crash occurred on July 26 at the intersection of Plummer Street and Haskell Avenue.

Santa Barbara residents reacted strongly to a guillotine-themed sign at City Hall that read 'Your term ends when we say so!' and featured symbols representing Republicans and Democrats.

A 26-year-old man was convicted of killing an innocent bystander who was celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary with his wife on Santa Barbara's Stearns Wharf. The incident occurred during a gang-related shootout on Dec. 9, 2022, and the perpetrator faces life in prison without parole.

A California couple's English bulldog drowned at Camp Canine, a Santa Barbara dog resort, leading to a police investigation. The owners were not notified of the dog's death until pickup time, and Camp Canine apologized for failing to ensure its safety.

A Santa Barbara dog daycare temporarily suspended operations after a 1-year-old English bulldog drowned at the facility. The daycare, Camp Canine, acknowledged failing to keep the dog safe in a statement posted to Instagram.

California blocked an oil pipeline in Santa Barbara, which was reopened under Trump's directive. The action has caused anxiety among local residents.

Culver City's City Council is considering a citywide ban on new drive-thrus following community concerns about a proposed In-N-Out location, citing air quality and pedestrian safety issues. The council has passed a 45-day moratorium on new drive-thru permits while drafting an ordinance, which would not affect existing drive-thrus. Similar bans exist in Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and previously in Carlsbad.

Since March, a large number of dead seabirds have been discovered along the coastal stretch between Santa Barbara and San Diego. The article describes the number of dead seabirds as 'tremendous'.

The Los Angeles City Council voted to reinstate a law banning new oil drilling and phasing out existing wells over 20 years. The 2022 version was repealed after lawsuits, but a new state law now supports the effort, which faces opposition from oil companies claiming violations of property rights.

Drone video captured a great white shark stalking paddleboarders off the Santa Barbara coast. The incident was recorded and shows the shark's presence near the water sports enthusiasts.

The 2024 'Reagan' biopic with Dennis Quaid will return to theaters in July and September 2026 with 10 minutes of new scenes for America’s 250th anniversary. The film, directed by Sean McNamara, previously grossed over $30 million worldwide and features additional moments between Reagan and his wife Nancy, as well as scenes at the Reagans’ ranch.

A California registered nurse, Rosanne Marquis, was charged with 77 felonies, including alleged elder abuse and theft. She operated an unlicensed in-home health care business in Santa Barbara, according to the Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office.

Spencer Pratt, a former Hills star, was seen in Santa Barbara wearing a T-shirt promoting his wife Heidi Montag's music amid a political setback in the LA mayoral election.

Sable Offshore Corp. plans to restart an oil platform in California capable of producing 10,000 barrels per day in the third quarter of 2026. JPMorgan is offering a 15% yield debt for the oil driller, which has been influenced by Trump.

California's largest active wildfire has charred nearly 17,000 acres on Santa Rosa Island, destroying historic sites and threatening rare plants. The fire poses no threat to the public but has a significant environmental impact. It erupted last Friday after authorities said a sailor was involved.

Southern California is expected to experience moderate winds, elevated fire danger, and high surf through Monday. The National Weather Service issued a briefing warning of gusty winds and dangerous ocean conditions. Interior sections of several counties will be affected.

Half of California is experiencing abnormally dry conditions, with moderate drought conditions spreading across the state, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. The latest map shows counties in Northern and Central California classified as Abnormally Dry or Moderate Drought. This affects several counties including Los Angeles, Orange, and Santa Barbara.

An upper-level low brought significant showers to Southern California early Tuesday morning, with cool and cloudy conditions expected to follow. The rain pushed through overnight, but is now dissipating in Ventura, Santa Barbara, and L.A. County. KTLA Meteorologist Henry DiCarlo reported on the weather.

Sonic booms are expected along the Central California coast late Saturday due to a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch. The event will occur in Santa Barbara as part of the company's orbital mission.

Foil boarders Ron Takeda and Tavis Boise were chased by a likely great white shark off the coast of Santa Barbara, California. The shark lost interest and swam away after pursuing them a few miles from the shore.

A fiery event resembling a mini volcano occurred along Santa Barbara's coast, but experts clarified there are no actual volcanoes in the area, leaving the cause a mystery.

A man was convicted of first-degree murder in the 2022 killing of a 51-year-old unhoused woman in Santa Barbara. Gabriel Jose Zepeda was found guilty of murdering Theresa Ann Carina after a five-week trial, with prosecutors announcing the verdict.