The Sun covers local news and entertainment for Northern Santa Barbara County, publishing each week for over 23 years

Jan 23, 2025 · The Sun has been published for over 24 years covering local news and entertainment each week for Northern Santa Barbara County

Jan 23, 2025 · The Sun has been published for over 24 years covering local news and entertainment each week for Northern Santa Barbara County

Jan 23, 2025 · Encampment risks: Those living in the Santa Ynez Riverbed are at risk for human trafficking, something local officials want to tackle

3 days ago · In Lompoc, human trafficking and homelessness intersect in the Santa Ynez Riverbed, where advocates say some people might have to deal with sexual violence in order to have a tent to sleep in. Tackling the issue is tough, and one Santa Barbara County supervisor believes it will take the city, nonprofits, and the county working together to address both the encampments and trafficking. Staff ...

Dec 26, 2024 · In a year overshadowed by a contentious presidential election full of surprises, northern Santa Barbara County still managed to make its fair share of headlines....

3 days ago · RIVER RETURN: After 2024’s efforts to clean out encampments in the Santa Maria Riverbed, unhoused individuals are starting to return to the space, something the city of Santa Maria is trying to address.

Jan 9, 2025 · With 2025 just getting started, some people are choosing to do what they do best: volunteer. The work that volunteers do in their spare time accomplishes so much in the region, from dishing out food that serves houseless residents a meal to making sure students can cross the street safely before and after school, the range of ways to give back is limitless. For one lifetime Santa Maria ...

Jan 2, 2025 · The Sun has been published for over 24 years covering local news and entertainment each week for Northern Santa Barbara County

Sep 26, 2024 · Dreams and dread Santa Maria officials and residents share hopes, fears after City Council approves new agreement with The Vernon Group for downtown development By Taylor O'Connor