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The county Public Health director announced the major about-face after lobbying from advocates, labor unions, and Attorney General Rob Bonta.

The Biden administration, under the American Rescue Plan Act, established the program in 2021; Congress allocated $5 billion ...

Cottage Cardiology Clinic is pleased to announce the addition of two new cardiology specialists to its growing team, ...

More than 55,000 people in Santa Barbara County could find themselves short on money to buy food next month. The Department ...

Ventura’s Rubicon Theatre scores with a favorite medley about Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Johnny Cash.

Sullivan maintains a 4.75 GPA and has been recognized as a Top Scholar, member of the Cum Laude Society, Honor Roll, and AP ...

Santa Barbara beachgoers have recently taken note of a new, 270-foot barge along the coastline.

The Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara has decided to cancel its annual Día de los Muertos “Calenda” parade this year, with the museum’s Executive Director Dalia Garcia citing concerns over the ...

Energy Secretary Chris Wright accused Governor Gavin Newsom of blocking oil production and driving up gas prices.

Omar Avendaño was wise beyond his years, and I am forever grateful for our 13 years together. During his life’s troubles, he learned to keep going. And I ...

Celebrating their outstanding commitment to students and public education, eight inspiring educators took center stage at ...