Is California for sale? A lighthearted petition to buy the state of California for Denmark prompted more than 200,000 ...

Several distinctive United States cities and destinations have a certain architectural style, cultural influence, cuisine, and vibe reminiscent of Europe. With its blend of Spanish and French ...

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Bibliophiles in Buellton have a new cozy home for their addiction. After years of planning and months of construction, the ...

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Much like bourbon, the wine industry is soaked in stereotypes, long fraught with pinky-raised preconceptions and a perceived ...

A series of storms swept through Santa Barbara County and Southern California this past weekend, delivering a mix of heavy rainfall and significant snowfall, according to data released by the National ...

That’s what I preach, and that’s what I do,” Dambo says. Credit: Janene Scully / Noozhawk photo Solvang’s newest resident truly is a trashy troll. Danish artist and recycling activist ...

Firefighters worked to put out a fire that broke out at a Solvang restaurant Monday night. The Santa Barbara County Fire Department reports the call came in at 8:24 p.m. for the fire at Solvang ...