Santa Maria Sun · Santa Barbara, CA
Nearby: Santa Barbara, CAA proposal to remove a 365-acre parcel—with an assessed value of $13 million—from Santa Barbara County’s property tax rolls and land-use jurisdiction raised some red flags for the Board of Supervisors. In its Nov. 10 letter to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the board stated that it “does not intend to challenge” the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians’ recent application to place the San Carlos property into federal trust, before outlining the property tax revenue (approximately $142,000 annually) it would lose if approved. By designating the land into federal trust, the tribe would gain sovereignty to govern it. “The county deeply values its government-to-government relationship with the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. Over the past several years, the county, the tribe, and other local jurisdictions have worked side by side on projects that matter to everyone in the [Santa Ynez] Valley,” the letter stated. “That record of partnership rests on open communication.
Santa Barbara News Press · Santa Barbara, CA
Nearby: Santa Barbara, CAVeterans and community members gathered at the Santa Barbara Cemetery Wednesday morning to remember those who served in the United States military. The ceremony was adorned with flags, flowers and military personnel equipment. The event was presented by Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation. The UC Santa Barbara ROTC Color Guard, the Gold Coast Pipe Band, the Santa Barbara Choral Society and the Prime Time Band all performed. Barney Melekian, retired U.S. Coast Guard Reserve officer, gave the keynote speech. Melekian is a former Santa Barbara police chief, who also worked in the Obama Administration. “Veterans Day is about thanking that broader number of men and women who give their time and talent and served this country in the armed forces in numerous capacities,” Melekian said. Patricia Rumpza, retired U.S. Air Force lieutenant, led the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by David Gonzales, a retired sergeant for the Santa Barbara Police Department, who sang the National Anthem.
Coastal View News · Santa Barbara, CA
Nearby: Santa Barbara, CAAfter just a few seasons in existence, the Carpinteria Surf Team has already emerged as one of the most talented in the region, completing last year undefeated in the Los Angeles to Santa Barbara region and earning a chance to…
Coastal View News · Santa Barbara, CA
Nearby: Santa Barbara, CALawrence Matthew Brennen Jr., 39, who grew up in Carpinteria and was known to friends and family as “Shorty,” has been identified as the man found dead under suspicious circumstances in a Santa Barbara apartment on Oct. 28.
Daily Nexus · Santa Barbara, CA
Nearby: Santa Barbara, CAThe United States midterm elections were held on Nov. 3 and included national, statewide and local elections, as well as a lengthy list of California propositions. UC Santa Barbara students reacted to results in a variety of ways, including celebration and frustration. Isabel Hicks, a third-year political science major, speaking on Proposition 40 failing, said, “[it] was kind of disappointing because I feel like that was [so] obvious that [it] should have passed.” Proposition 40 was a ballot measure that proposed a one-time 5% tax on individuals with over $1 billion in assets. California voters shot down the proposition, with 52.8% voting no.
Santa Barbara News-Press · Santa Barbara, CA
Nearby: Santa Barbara, CASANTA YNEZ, CA – November 10, 2026 – The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians has announced that its annual Chumash Charity Golf Classic raised $240,000 this year, with proceeds benefiting Hidden Wings, Olive Crest’s Hope Refuge Campus and the Chumash Foundation’s Technology in Schools Program – each received $80,000. The tribe’s annual tournament, which spans three days, was held September 22-24 at the River Course at the Alisal in Solvang. “One of the most rewarding parts of this tournament is seeing the impact these funds will have on people throughout our region,” said Kenneth Kahn, Tribal Chairman for the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians. “Whether it’s helping young adults with autism, providing healing and hope for survivors of trafficking, or expanding educational opportunities for students, these efforts are changing lives every day.