The five-star El Encanto resort in Santa Barbara, a Hollywood getaway for more than a century where rooms cost north of ...

Ballard Fire initially started 3:21 p.m. July 5 in Santa Barbara County, California. It has been burning on private land for ...

GOLETA, Calif. - The Santa Barbara County Foodbank is preparing for major food cuts due to the "Big, Beautiful Bill." ...

Dr. Hilary Quinn and her devoted team are redefining veterinary care in Santa Barbara — with compassion, expertise, and a whole lot of treats ...

Francisca Ibarra Sanabria It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Francisca Ibarra Sanabria on July 3, 2025.

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A fundraiser has been set up for a Santa Barbara family of four who “lost everything” in the Fourth of July fire.

The Mateen Brothers and the Cayton family share a deep appreciation for El Encanto’s legacy. They are united in their ...

If you're from a place that only sees sunshine for three months of the year, you might dream of living somewhere warm ...

Firefighters knocked down a structure fire on the 200 block of Orion Ave in Vandenberg Village. The fire began at 12:55 AM ...

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Luxury events and rental company Bliss Beach has teamed up with the City of Santa Barbara for The Barbara, a ...