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Updated as of 9:53 p.m., July 3, 2025 The Madre Fire has surged to 52,952 acres, making it the largest wildfire this year.

Guadalupe Beach in Santa Barbara County earns a place on Heal the Bay’s 2025 Honor Roll for its top water quality.

Americans coast to coast are preparing to celebrate the nation’s 249th birthday in patriotic style. From spectacular firework displays to backyard barbecues, the Fourth of July embodies the spirit of ...

City of Goleta settles with Shelby Family Partnership, L.P., allowing revised plans for the Glen Annie housing project.

The Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation invites the community to celebrate Independence Day with a free, family-friendly ...

The City of Santa Barbara invites community members to celebrate this holiday safely by attending only professional fireworks ...

Updated as of 8:00 a.m, July 3, 2025 The fire is estimated at more than 35,000 acres and 5% contained as of Thursday morning.

The 2024-25 Santa Barbara County Grand Jury conducted an investigation into the living conditions for female inmates in local ...

Transient Occupancy Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – May 31, 2025 The City of Santa Barbara collected $3.2 Million ...

A small earthquake struck off the coast of Isla Vista on Thursday morning. It was 2.7 magnitudes, approximately 6 miles off the coast.