The state budget cut $5.5 million for school libraries. That money pays online fees for student research materials.

The phrase “God Bless America,” from the song by the same name, is often invoked in the spirit of eliciting divine protection — and entitlement.

Music Academy of the West’s festival shifts into full swing with two events on the recommended List — the Percussionfest and Friday’s Orchestra Series opener at The Granada Theatre.

Gov. Gavin Newsom and state lawmakers reached a final budget deal that largely relies on AI revenue projections and new taxes ...

More than 300 guests gathered at the Santa Ynez Valley Polo Club on Saturday, June 27, for a sold-out 2026 Santa Ynez Valley ...

UC Santa Barbara was pushing for the bill, Senate Bill 895, to make it through the legislative process in time to be placed ...

Late graphic designer created 18 posters, as well as the iconic logo for the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County is among hundreds of food banks that will receive an “egg payout” as part of the ...

Travelers on Highway 217 in Goleta encountered full overnight closures for two nights starting Monday, June 29. The ...

The Santa Barbara Chamber Players invite the community to an afternoon of chamber music during their Summer Fundraising ...

Habitat for Humanity of Southern Santa Barbara County (Habitat Santa Barbara), was approved to receive a grant from the City ...

Utility work in Montecito will result in alternating lane closures along Highway 192 near Lake Jocelyn starting on Monday, ...