Dense film program, centered at the new five-screen Film Center and the Riviera Theatre, showcases women directors and world ...

Rolling out the red carpet for 12 days of international features, world premieres, big stars, and all sorts of cinephile ...

For the Love of Film Santa Barbara International Film Festival Executive Director Roger Durling Shares Some Insights on the ...

The event was highlighted by a panel that featured Dos Pueblos High product and current AVP beach volleyball player Katie ...

A longtime preschool teacher with the Santa Barbara County Education Office (SBCEO) has been placed on paid administrative ...

With the continuing potential for a wildland fire start, Los Padres National Forest officials announced that elevated fire restrictions ...

SACRAMENTO – In the wake of new concerns of immigration enforcement on school campuses, California Attorney General Rob Bonta today highlighted ...

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A fast start turned into an avalanche of momentum for Santa Barbara. The Dons jumped out to a 39-8 halftime lead and captured the outright Channel League title with a 73-37 victory over the Royals on ...

Knight2025 PresidentSanta Barbara Association of Realtors Wildfires are an unfortunate reality in many parts of California, ...

Vista Del Mar Union School District was awarded $8,255 and will use this funding to upgrade its existing Chromebooks so students can use the latest applications, access the State Testing Portal and ...

Since its inception in 2018, SBEF’s Teacher Grants program has awarded 483 grants totaling over $888,000. The program directly supports teachers and students by providing creative, hands-on learning ...