President Trump’s deployment of California National Guard soldiers in spite of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s objections escalated ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara, CA — In a meaningful step forward for community-based storytelling, the Santa Barbara Foundation has officially ...

Home Visiting Week is an opportunity to shine a light on the work of home visitors and raise awareness about the importance of early support. Across the Central Coast, home visiting partners are ...

Filipino Americans are often overlooked in U.S. history narratives. “Manongs on the Central Coast: Forming Communities ...

By Cheri Rae Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00 pm Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara Gallery, 229 E. Victoria Street ...

Around 2,200 cyclists passed through town Friday on their seven-day, 545-mile ride from San Francisco to Santa Monica.

Every Saturday at 10 a.m. for 10 weeks this summer, SBIFF’s Riviera Theatre is offering free family films from Disney with ...

Three public hearings will be held by the Department of the Air Force, as it prepares a Draft Environmental Impact ...

Voters passed Measure I to maintain essential public safety services and also for the Local Housing Trust Fund.

On Thursday, community members and government officials alike celebrated the start of major renovations to one of Santa ...

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California was also sued over claims it failed to provide competent defense. To settle the lawsuit, filed in Fresno County, ...