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The former Bed Bath & Beyond storefront, in the Fairview Shopping Center in Goleta, will soon be transformed into a indoor pickleball complex, The Picklr Santa Barbara.

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Indoor Pickleball Complex to Take Over Former Bed, Bath & Beyond Storefront in Goleta - edhat
The former Bed Bath & Beyond storefront, in Goleta's Fairview Shopping Center, will soon be transformed into a indoor pickleball complex.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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The waterfront sparkled Sunday night as the 39th Annual Parade of Lights lit up the harbor with a festive flotilla and fireworks, capping an afternoon and evening of holiday activities for families.

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Santa Barbara’s 39th Parade of Lights Brings Crowds to Wharf and Waterfront - edhat
The waterfront sparkled Sunday night as the 39th Annual Parade of Lights lit up the harbor with a festive flotilla and fireworks.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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Wingstop has expanded its presence in Santa Barbara County with the opening of a new location at the Mesa Shopping Center. Other local Wingstop locations include La Cumbre Plaza, Turnpike, Isla Vista, Lompoc, and Buellton.

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Wingstop Expands in Santa Barbara With New Location  - edhat
Wingstop has expanded its presence in Santa Barbara County with the opening of a new location on the Mesa.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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The Isla Vista Food Coop will close its Santa Barbara Downtown Market store later this month due to ongoing financial struggles, the grocery store announced Sunday.

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Isla Vista Food Coop to Permanently Close Santa Barbara Downtown Market Store - edhat
The Isla Vista Food Coop is permanently closing its Santa Barbara location on December 26, 2025, due to operational and financial challenges.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:59 PM
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Hospice of Santa Barbara announced the October Round-Up Campaign hosted by the Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center raised $10,000 from approximately 20,000 customers.

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Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center’s Round-Up Campaign Raises $10,000 for Hospice of Santa Barbara - edhat
Hospice of Santa Barbara announced the successful completion of the October Round-Up Campaign hosted by the Santa Barbara Home Improvement Center.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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A sonic boom from the SpaceX rocket launch at Vandenberg Space Force Base rattled windows on the South Coast last night.

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SpaceX Launch Sonic Boom Rattles Windows on Saturday Night - edhat
The sonic boom from SpaceX rocket launch at Vandenberg Space Force Base rattled windows on Saturday evening.
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December 14, 2025 at 10:31 PM
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Two people were arrested at a Santa Barbara motel on Upper State Street yesterday connected to a stolen bicycle investigation.

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Theft Investigation Leads to Two Arrests at Santa Barbara Motel - edhat
Two people were arrested at a Santa Barbara motel on Upper State Street Saturday connected to a stolen bicycle investigation.
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December 14, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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A cruise ship is scheduled to visit Santa Barbara on Thursday following a report by the CDC stating the ship experienced a norovirus outbreak last week.

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CDC Reports Norovirus Outbreak on a Cruise Ship Scheduled to Visit Santa Barbara on Thursday - edhat
A cruise ship is scheduled to visit Santa Barbara on Thursday following a CDC report stating the ship experienced a norovirus outbreak.
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December 13, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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A cruise ship is scheduled to visit Santa Barbara on Thursday following a report by the CDC stating the ship experienced a norovirus outbreak last week.

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CDC Reports Norovirus Outbreak on a Cruise Ship Scheduled to Visit Santa Barbara on Thursday - edhat
A cruise ship is scheduled to visit Santa Barbara on Thursday following a CDC report stating the ship experienced a norovirus outbreak.
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December 13, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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A new $3.8 million grant from the National Institutes of Health is helping UC Santa Barbara scholars reimagine how virtual reality can support older adults who are aging at home — and the family members and professionals who care for them.

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NIH Backs UCSB Virtual Reality Project To Help Older Adults Build Real Social Connections - edhat
New $3.8M grant from NIH is helping UC Santa Barbara scholars reimagine how virtual reality can support older adults who are aging at home.
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December 13, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Last week, the House of Representatives passed Rep. Carbajal’s legislation to rename a post office in Goleta for Frederick Lopez, a retired Brigadier General in the U.S. Marine Corps with a 30-year career of distinguished service.

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House Passes Carbajal Bill to Rename Goleta Post Office for Decorated Central Coast Veteran - edhat
U.S. House of Representatives passed Rep. Carbajal’s bill to rename a Goleta post office for Frederick Lopez, a retired Brigadier General in the U.S. Marine Corps.
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December 13, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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Construction of the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path begins Monday to create a roughly three-mile corridor for pedestrians and cyclists.

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San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Construction Set to Begin in Goleta - edhat
Construction of the San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path will begin on December 15, 2025, the City of Goleta announced.
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December 13, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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A series of small earthquakes struck in Ventura County on Thursday, ranging from 2.5 to 3.1 magnitude.

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Multiple Earthquakes Strike in Ventura County, Largest Measuring Magnitude 3.1 - edhat
A series of small earthquakes struck in Ventura County n December 12, 2025, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
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December 13, 2025 at 9:58 PM
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The victim in a fatal traffic collision off Highway 101 north of Goleta last week has been identified by authorities as Scott Kim, 25-years-old of Stevenson Ranch. A GoFundme has been set up by his family.

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Victim in Fatal Traffic Collision North of Goleta Identified as Los Angeles County Man - edhat
The victim in a fatal traffic collision off Highway 101 north of Goleta last week has been identified by authorities.
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December 13, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is launching its “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement effort ahead of the Christmas and New Year holidays, with additional DUI patrols operating across the county.

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Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Launches ‘Drive Sober’ Campaign Ahead of Holiday Travel - edhat
Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office announces the 'Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign ahead of holiday season.
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December 13, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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The California Coastal Commission voted to approve PG&E’s coastal development permit and federal consistency certification, allowing continued operation of the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant through 2045.

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Environmental Groups Condemn CA Coastal Commission Decision to Extend Diablo Canyon Nuclear Plant for Another 20 Years - edhat
San Luis Obispo Mothers For Peace And The Environmental Defense Center Advocated To Shut Down The Plant Due To Seismic Risks And Significant Harm To Ocean Life
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December 13, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Santa Barbara Police are investigating a sexual assault that took place near the creek on Santa Barbara City College’s East Campus early this morning.

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Santa Barbara Police Investigating Sexual Assault Near Santa Barbara City College - edhat
Santa Barbara Police are investigating a sexual assault that took place near a creek by Santa Barbara City College early this morning.
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December 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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Federal law enforcement agents were active in Santa Barbara this week with part of the activity centered at Santa Barbara City College’s West Campus.

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Federal Agents Stage at SBCC Parking Lot; Community Groups report ICE Activity on the Westside - edhat
Federal law enforcement agents, assumed to include personnel from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), were active in Santa Barbara on Thursday...
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December 13, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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The owners of The Harbor Restaurant have filed a lawsuit against the City of Santa Barbara for “unconscionable” rent pricing. The City of Santa Barbara plans to vigorously defend its position.

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The Harbor Restaurant Sues the City of Santa Barbara Over Rental Dispute - edhat
The owners of The Harbor Restaurant have filed a lawsuit against the City of Santa Barbara for "unconscionable" rent pricing.
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December 13, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Two vehicles collided under foggy conditions causing multiple injuries on Highway 101 near Los Alamos this morning.

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Two Vehicles Collided in Foggy Conditions on Highway 101 Near Los Alamos - edhat
Two vehicles collided under foggy conditions causing multiple injuries on Highway 101 near Los Alamos on Saturday morning.
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December 13, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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The City of Santa Barbara has released the Draft Wastewater and Water Systems Climate Adaptation Plan that outlines how the City will protect critical water and wastewater infrastructure from increased flooding, sea level rise, and storm events.

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City of Santa Barbara Unveils Innovative Climate Resilience Plan For Wastewater and Water Systems - edhat
The City of Santa Barbara has released the Draft Wastewater and Water Systems Climate Adaptation Plan to protect critical water and wastewater infrastructure from increased flooding, sea level rise, a...
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December 11, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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The Little Brown Box Pizza, LLC, the California-based parent company of Pieology restaurants that once had a location in Goleta, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

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Popular California Pizza Chain Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy - edhat
The Little Brown Box Pizza, LLC, the parent company of Pieology pizza restaurants, has filed for bankruptcy.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Santa Barbara County’s giving spirit has been recognized in a worldwide wave of generosity in 2025, according to an annual report by online fundraising platform GoFundMe.

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Santa Barbara, Ventura Recognized Among America's Top 10 Most Generous Places, Report Finds - edhat
Santa Barbara and Ventura feature in the top 10 most generous places in the U.S. on GoFundMe’s annual report.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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The Santa Barbara County Supervisors reviewed a report on strategies to reduce county jail populations. The Board requested the report to analyze jail data, evaluate the efficiency of diversion programs, and assess whether new facilities are needed.

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Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors Reviews Strategies to Reduce Jail Population - edhat
The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors reviewed a report highlighting extended stays and explored ways to reduce jail population.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors mediated a compromise regarding the Isla Vista housing plan on December 9, 2025, following a clash between Isla Vista residents and the developers of the proposed housing complex.

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Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors End Isla Vista Housing Stalemate, Approve Revised Plan - edhat
A contentious housing development in Isla Vista ended with the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approving the revised housing plan.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:22 PM