Santa Barbara, CA — January 2, 2026 — The Pad Climbing, a community-focused climbing gym known for its welcoming and ...

Santa Barbara was recognized as a top global destination for 2026, thanks to its climate, hospitality offerings, and growing ...

On Dec. 16, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors made one of the most consequential environmental decisions in recent years: the board denied ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara, CA – Community Friends of Santa Barbara, an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that assists the Santa Barbara ...

A look at the historic theaters and cultural venues that are still operating in Santa Barbara and are shaping the city’s ...

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CA - According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a preliminary 2.9 magnitude quake occurred near Carpinteria Friday morning.