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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.

Santa Barbara, CA · 7h

News Channel 312

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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 · 15h

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Robbery Reported at Santa Barbara Bank of America Parking Lot

Santa Barbara Police Department officers responded to a report of a robbery on a Bank of America property on Saturday night at around 5:30 p.m. The upper State Street branch at 3790 State St. was closed at the time. According to emergency radio traffic, two male suspects reportedly fled the...

Santa Barbara, CA · 2d

News Channel 312

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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 · 1d

People

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Man, 39, Found Dead Under ‘Suspicious Circumstances’ in Santa Barbara Remembered as Loving Father and Brother

Lawrence Matthew Brennen’s body was found concealed in a metal container inside an apartment by officers conducting a welfare check, according to police

Santa Barbara, CA · 2d

News Channel 312

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Two LA men arrested for catalytic converter theft in Santa Barbara

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – Santa Barbara County Sheriff's deputies arrested two LA men just after 2:30 a.m. Friday for catalytic converter theft and a car chase that ended in Ventura County. SBCSO deputies received calls of a catalytic converter theft at the 4700 block of Glenbrook Street. The victim reported suspects driving a Toyota Camry The post Two LA men arrested for catalytic converter theft in Santa Barbara appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .

Santa Barbara, CA · 2d

San Luis Obispo Tribune

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Seeing smoke on the Central Coast? Here's what's causing it

A large plume of smoke visible from parts of the Central Coast on Saturday morning came from a scheduled prescribed burn east of Santa Maria, according to Santa Barbara County Fire. Capt. Michael Gray, a department spokesperson, confirmed Saturday that the smoke was coming from a prescribed burn in Tepusquet Canyon. He said no other fire incidents were pending. The smoke was visible from Highway 101 near Nipomo and on the ALERTCalifornia Tepusquet Peak camera Saturday morning. The fire department announced plans to burn up to 289 acres of brush and oak understory from Friday through Sunday, depending on weather conditions. The prescribed burn is intended to reduce wildfire risks and improve native vegetation. The department advised people sensitive to smoke to limit strenuous outdoor activities. Residents can also check the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District’ s prescribed-burn map for information on planned and past burns.

Santa Maria, CA · 2d

Santa Barbara Independent

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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 · 19h

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EL POLLO LOCO RETURNS TO GOLETA MONDAY

Reader Phil L. let me know that El Pollo Loco opens Monday, November 9, at 9:30 a.m. at 7000 Hollister Avenue, Suite 101, in Goleta’s Hollister Village Plaza, the former home of Sleep Number. I confirmed that there had been a sign on the front door that mentioned the Monday opening but it was taken down yesterday which might indicate a change of plans. I am assuming it does not.

Goleta, CA · 2d

San Francisco Chronicle

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Biggest waves in years to slam California coast — including San Francisco

These could be the biggest waves to hit some parts of the California coast in years, reaching up to 50 feet at offshore buoys.

San Francisco, CA · 7h

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El Niño Just Pushed California’s Ocean to the Highest Levels Ever Recorded, and NOAA Says More Is Coming

Roads flooded, water pushed into homes and businesses, and tide gauges that have been recording for more than a century logged numbers they had never seen before. That was the California coast between Oct. 24 and 30, and NOAA has now explained what made it happen. The NOAA National Ocean...

California · 1d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Downtown Santa Barbara to Celebrate Grand Opening of Cuso’s with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara, CA – The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA) is pleased to celebrate the newest chapter of Cuso’s with a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, November 14, at 2:00 PM at 609 State Street.

Santa Barbara, CA · 1d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event for City of Santa Barbara Residents

SANTA BARBARA, CA – November 9, 2026. The City of Santa Barbara’s Sustainability & Resilience Department and MarBorg Industries are hosting a FREE Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Saturday, November 14, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Santa Barbara City College’s La Playa Stadium Parking Lot 2-C (136 Loma Alta Dr, Santa Barbara). City of Santa Barbara residents are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to safely dispose of household hazardous waste.

Santa Barbara, CA · 1d

KSBY News

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CHP reports increase in human trafficking, warns of online risks to children

Human trafficking can take many forms, and social media has created new ways for traffickers to connect with and target children.

Santa Barbara County, CA · 5h

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San Luis Obispo County under coastal flood, high surf advisories

Those living in low-lying San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara county’s coastal communities are under a flood advisory until Monday at 10 p.m. In a high-surf-advisory, the National Weather Service warns beachgoers that large waves can knock people of rocks and capsize boats. “There is an increased risk for...

San Luis Obispo County, CA · 2d

Santa Barbara Independent

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‘BessDiscardia: The Aftermath of Discarded Objects’ at Voice Gallery

Most people visit thrift stores looking for something useful, but Dianne and Jim Bess went looking for trouble, turning thrift-store castoffs into an exhibition where art is mischievous. The Afterlife of Discarded Objects — currently on view at Voice Gallery in La Cumbre Plaza through November 27 — alludes to consumerism and the awful impact it has on our planet.

Santa Barbara, CA · 21h

Santa Barbara Independent

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Review | The Southern Comfort of Lyle Lovett

Lyle Lovett just oozes warmth from the moment he walks on stage. I can still remember the first time I saw him perform in town. It was 1993, and he was at the Santa Barbara Bowl (called the County Bowl at that point) with his new bride — a barefoot Julia Roberts — onstage with him promoting his excellent fourth album, Joshua Judges Ruth.

Santa Barbara, CA · 1d

Santa Barbara Independent

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Design Review Board to Consider Hollister Avenue Roundabout Monument Sign on November 10

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. GOLETA, CA, November 5, 2026 – The City of Goleta invites the public to participate in an upcoming Design Review Board (DRB) meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Goleta City Council Chambers (130 Cremona Drive). The DRB will review three design concepts for a proposed monument sign at the eastern roundabout of Hollister Avenue and Ward Drive as part of Project Connect.

Goleta, CA · 1d

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CHP officer to adopt kitten rescued from California highway

There’s a happy ending for a kitten that had a scary start after she was rescued from the 101 Freeway in Santa Barbara County earlier this month. The California Highway Patrol said on Oct. 14 that an officer spotted the adorable cat in the middle of traffic while traveling northbound near Summerland.

Santa Barbara County, CA · 22h