The Santa Rosa Island wildfire is now almost entirely contained

Santa Barbara advances rent stabilization proposal, opens public comment period

Santa Barbara city leaders are moving forward with a proposal that would create the city’s first rent stabilization program. The city council this week reviewed a draft ordinance and voted to release it for a 30-day public comment period.

SLO County rejects DA’s request for more funding

District Attorney Dan Dow had wanted to carve out funding in next year’s budget for five new staff members, including one dedicated to elder abuse.

Grover Beach voters to decide on building height initiative in November election

A citizen-led initiative aimed at limiting building heights in Grover Beach is headed to voters in November.

Grover Beach voters to decide on building height initiative in November election

A citizen-led initiative aimed at limiting building heights in Grover Beach is headed to voters in November.

SLO hosts annual tree climbing competition for western states

“It's kind of like a labor of love,” said Edward Lai. “If you're passionate about tree work and not just there for a job, you come here to do competitions.”