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Five Arrested in Police Raids Around Santa Barbara, Lompoc & Goleta

Three locations on the Santa Barbara eastside were raided by police as part of an investigation. Limited details indicated felony suspects were wanted for a crime in the city. The post Five Arrested in Police Raids Around Santa Barbara, Lompoc & Goleta appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

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Cause of mystery illness revealed for 27 runners in Santa Barbara half-marathon

Health officials have revealed what they say caused a mystery illness for more than two dozen runners in a California half-marathon. At least 27 participants in Sunday's Santa Barbara Half Marathon were hospitalized for "unusual symptoms," according to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital. The Associated Press reports 24 patients were treated and released, while three remained in the hospital in stable condition.

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Defiant Suspect Caught by Police Inside a Waterfront Flood Control Outlet

A suspect who ran into the ocean from Santa Barbara Police was caught after a lengthy standoff. The response included fire and AMR personnel. The post Defiant Suspect Caught by Police Inside a Waterfront Flood Control Outlet appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

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Red Flag for Sable Offshore as Chevron Refinery That Processes Its Oil Halts Stops Buying Its Crude

Sable Offshore stocks took a precipitous tumble early this week after the Houston-based oil company announced it may not have sufficient operating revenues to make it through the year after the Chevron refinery to the south that’s been processing all the company’s oil pumped off the coast of Santa Barbara stopped buying its crude about a month ago due to maintenance work at the refinery.

Santa Barbara, CA · 9h

Santa Barbara Independent

Goleta Preschool Closes After Gun Shop Moves Next Door

A “for lease” sign is out in front of Here We Grow, the now-closed preschool in west Goleta whose enrollment grew precarious after a gun shop moved next door. Owner Heather Robbins was open for six months at her new location at 7433 Hollister Avenue, when nearby residents noticed her preschool’s new neighbor. By the time fall rolled around, half her families had pulled out, and she had no new enrollments.

Goleta, CA · 2d

Santa Barbara Independent

Supervisors Respond to Santa Ynez Chumash’s Move to Put Land Near Casino into Federal Trust

Sometimes it’s the dog that doesn’t bark that’s most arresting. For example, not a single member of the public showed to comment about the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians’ application to place a 365-acre chunk of land by the intersection of Highways 154 and 246 into “federal trust” at this Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors hearing on the subject.

Santa Ynez, CA · 9h

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Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office investigating suspicious death in Guadalupe

GUADALUPE, Calif. (KEYT) – The Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office is investigating a suspicious death in Guadalupe just before 2:00 p.m. Monday. SBCSO officers found a man down near the gazebo of the Veterans Memorial and later declared him dead at the scene. Guadalupe Police requested aid from the SBCSO due to the circumstances surrounding the The post Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office investigating suspicious death in Guadalupe appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Guadalupe, CA · 1d

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Space Force mission set to launch Tuesday night from Vandenberg

The U.S. Space Force has approved the launch of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying the USSF-627 mission Tuesday from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base. The spontaneous launch window for the U.S. government mission opens Tuesday night between 6:49 and 10:49 p.m. A backup launch opportunity is planned for Wednesday, Nov. 11, between 6:35 and 10:35 p.m.

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Four Hours in a Santa Barbara Ocean Culvert Ends in Arrest

Boats speeding across rough dark ocean water with white wakes during a maritime pursuit – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: nvmwebsites-budwg5g9avh3epea.z03.azurefd.net) Santa Barbara, Calif. – A battery call on the city’s waterfront turned into a four-hour standoff on November 10, 2026, after the suspect ran into the Pacific Ocean rather than face officers ... Read more

Santa Barbara, CA · 10h

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Tiki lounge in popular California tourist town serves its last cocktail

A late-night tiki lounge that brought wine-based cocktails and live music to a popular tourist town on California’s Central Coast announced Monday that it has closed its doors. “It’s with great sadness that I announce the closing of High Roller Tiki Lounge,” owner Michael Cobb wrote in a post on Instagram. “We served our last […]

Solvang, CA · 1d

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Family Sues over Carbon-Monoxide Deaths of Goleta-Area Couple Jay & Kristen Ruskey

The children of the Goleta-area couple who died of carbon monoxide poisoning in February have filed a lawsuit alleging negligence against two Cambria homeowners and a water heater company. John “Jay” Ruskey, 53, and Kristen Ruskey, 49, were owners of Good Land Organics, an exotic fruit and coffee farm west...

Goleta, CA · 1d

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EL POLLO LOCO OPENS IN HOLLISTER VILLAGE PLAZA

El Pollo Loco has opened in Goleta’s Hollister Village Plaza at 7000 Hollister Avenue,Suite 101, the former home of Sleep Number. “We would like to welcome you to the new Goleta store,” says District Manager Maria Flores. “Here you will find authentic flavored Mexican dishes, and our core menu is the pollo. I think you will love it.”

Goleta, CA · 1d

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California's Ocean Temperatures Continue Astonishing Climb!

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK/KBFX) — As an extremely strong El Niño continues to dominate the Pacific, abnormally warm water originating from the equator is making its way up California's shores, and with it, sending temperatures higher than we have ever measured before. After seeing the latest ocean readings off...

California · 22h

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State Street Trading Post Celebrates Opening

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) The new State Street Trading Post held its Grand Opening over the weekend. The Trading Post at 1105 State Street has 30 small business under one roof. There's vintage clothing, albums, art, furniture, jewelry and more. The store kicked things off with a party on Saturday afternoon "It was fantastic, we The post State Street Trading Post Celebrates Opening appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Santa Barbara, CA · 2d

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City of Santa Barbara at risk of Litigation over Rent Freeze and State Street Closure

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) When the city of Santa Barbara received a letter threatening litigation if the council voted to extend a rent increase moratorium the city administrator chose to take it off the agenda . "The city received a letter on the action today, so we are looking at that without outside legal council and making some changes The post City of Santa Barbara at risk of Litigation over Rent Freeze and State Street Closure appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Santa Barbara, CA · 21h

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Santa Ynez football coach Josh McClurg steps down as head coach

Santa Ynez football coach Josh McClurg decided to step down from his head coach responsibilities after 14 seasons on Monday afternoon. McClurg came off the 2026 season, where the Pirates finished as Ocean League Champions, with a 6-5 overall record and was a perfect 4-0 in league play. “It was...

Santa Ynez, CA · 1d

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Toro Canyon Mediterranean Sells for $10.25 Million

Six-bedroom Mediterranean (plus two-bedroom guest house) on 1.84 acres. Listed: $10.875 million in June 2026. 1998 Tuscan in Hope Ranch. Listed: $10.995 million in November 2025, cut four times tro $6.995 million. Closed: $6.5 million. ·············. Three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath...

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Skipper Rescued After Disabled Boat Catches Fire Near Channel Islands Tuesday Afternoon

CHANNEL ISLANDS REGION, Calif. (KEYT) – A boater was rescued from the waters near Santa Cruz and Santa Rosa islands after their disabled vessel caught fire and the skipper was forced to abandon ship. According to Jesus Aguirre, a driver heading to Lompoc along Highway 101, he spotted black...

Channel Islands, CA · 23h

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A Historic Tavern in the Canyons of Santa Barbara

Tucked into the heavily wooded foothills of California’s Santa Ynez Mountains, Cold Spring Tavern is one of the area’s most historic dining destinations. Located about 15 miles northwest of downtown Santa Barbara on Stagecoach Road, this former real-deal stagecoach stop is a fascinating rustic tavern known for its Old West character, hearty, delicious fare, and secluded, lush mountain setting. Cold Spring Tavern dates back to 1868 when the mountain road between Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley was an important route for stagecoaches and travelers. The stop offered a place for passengers, drivers, and horses to rest during journeys through the rugged mountain pass.