Two Lompoc High School students returned home with gold medals after competing at the SkillsUSA California State Conference in Ontario, ...

With the help of the community, Elings Park reached the milestone goal of raising $200,000 in under two months, unlocking a ...

Most importantly, Steyer’s proposal recognizes that if AI creates historic wealth, Californians should share in it through a Golden State Sovereign Wealth Fund funded by a small tax on corporate AI ...

Iconic actor and artist of many dimensions Jeff Bridges takes his photography seriously, appears with an exhibition at the ...

Having one’s name displayed on a beloved community institution is not an entitlement. It is an honor that reflects the values of the community.

United Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Barbara County will once again provide free summer meals to children and teens ...

A large police response was reported at La Cumbre Plaza on Friday morning, following reports of possible gunshots leading to one man being taken into custody.

May 7, 2026 From children riding to school to older adults staying active and healthy, bicycling is both a pastime and a mode of ...

FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026 - The Santa Barbara International Film Festival is thrilled to announce that SBIFF’s annual Filmmaker Fund, offered in ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CA – The Santa Barbara County Education Office is pleased to share that four exceptional teachers were ...

Chloe Emma Silva, Lydia Plaut, Nikki Seppala Kurnik | Credit: Monie Photograph1st and 2nd place winners: (L-R) Aria Bonski ...

Chef Connor Kaminsky’s Basque cheesecake traces back to his grandfather and a recipe discovered in San Sebastián.