Local updates for Santa Barbara city in Santa Barbara County, California.
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Police are investigating what they describe as suspicious circumstances after 19 runners were taken to hospitals following a Santa Barbara half marathon.
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A stabbing was reported at Coal Oil Point Reserve near Isla Vista in Santa Barbara County.
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Santa Barbara firefighters responded to a vegetation fire near the Hope Ranch landmark known as the “Volcano.”
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The 2026 Santa Barbara Unified election will come as the district enters a period described as the post-Maldonado era.
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Voters should review the exact wording and official election materials for each local measure on their ballot.
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Lompoc Unified’s 2026 California School Dashboard shows fewer suspensions, a graduation rate above the state rate, and English learner gains.
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ICE detained a special-needs student who is a U.S. citizen near Santa Maria High School, the headline reports.
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The online map is designed to help residents track planned prescribed fires and air-quality information in Santa Barbara County.
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The Santa Barbara High School Alumni Association will induct five Dons into its 2026 Wall of Fame.
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Goleta school enrollment has fallen significantly over the past 10 years, putting the long-term trend in focus.
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The Move with MADD 3K Walk is inviting Santa Barbara residents to take part in an event focused on safer roads.
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Santa Barbara Unified School Board hopeful Mark Philibosian is focusing his campaign message on improving student test scores.
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The Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District has outlined rules for diesel generators used during public safety power shutoffs.
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No board vote, election result or membership change establishes a reset for the Santa Barbara School Board.
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A Santa Barbara Unified school board candidate debate focused on the difference between established experience and newer perspectives.
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State Street, rent regulations and the city budget are central issues in the Santa Barbara mayoral discussion.
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Goleta Union’s 2025-26 test scores remained steady overall, while results continued to differ among racial groups.
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A chief deputy with the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office has been appointed to lead the California Peace Officers Association.