Staff Writer

Katherine Swartz

10 articles

Courts & Crime

A new program hopes to bring trust and transparency to the District Attorney’s Office.

Public Safety

CalFire gives $150,000 toward crews and equipment to address growing fire concerns.

Faculty and staff would also be included in proposed policy change.

Business

Speaking at the Santa Barbara Bowl, Carbajal urges local operators of shuttered venues to apply for national funding.

Community

Foot Patrol officers will give warnings to large parties, but then issue citations or make arrests if needed.

Community

The recognitions come during Women’s History Month.

Community

The public commenters' calls for an advisory vote was denied by the council.

Courts & Crime

Homicide, assault, and theft increased last year while lesser offenses decreased.

Homeless

The board is expected to move forward with the second phase of its master plan.

Home surveillance video connected the crimes to John Carlos Cerna.