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International Bird Rescue CEO, JD Bergeron, says after working closely with the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network, they have successfully released 24 of the roughly 130 western grebes brought into their San Pedro facility
Dozens of Oiled Seabirds Rehabilitated and Released Into The Wild
VENTURA, Calif. (KEYT) — International Bird Rescue CEO, JD Bergeron, says after working closely with the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network, they have
keyt.com
December 13, 2025 at 4:00 AM
International Bird Rescue CEO, JD Bergeron, says after working closely with the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network, they have successfully released 24 of the roughly 130 western grebes brought into their San Pedro facility
Many people who are in need this holiday season, especially those who are without housing, were able to pick up some vital essentials at the Seventh Annual Public Defender's warm clothing drive
Clothing Drive Helps Folks Stay Warm Throughout Santa Barbara County
Just in time for colder weather, a warm clothing drive resulted in a big distribution Friday in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria. It was led by the Public Defenders Office.
keyt.com
December 13, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Many people who are in need this holiday season, especially those who are without housing, were able to pick up some vital essentials at the Seventh Annual Public Defender's warm clothing drive
A special procession to honor our Lady of Guadalupe took place Thursday night as part of a two-day event for the special feast day in the catholic church
Our Lady of Guadalupe Procession Covers Several Blocks in Santa Barbara
A procession for Our Lady of Guadalupe took place Thursday night in Santa Barbara. It covered several blocks.
keyt.com
December 13, 2025 at 1:00 AM
A special procession to honor our Lady of Guadalupe took place Thursday night as part of a two-day event for the special feast day in the catholic church
There's only a few more days to see the festival of trees in Carpinteria, and possibly win a haul of gifts.
Festival of Trees Raffle Could Win You Thousands of Dollars in Gifts
The annual Festival of Trees fundraiser is underway in Carpinteria. It will conclude at 12:30 Sunday.
keyt.com
December 13, 2025 at 12:30 AM
There's only a few more days to see the festival of trees in Carpinteria, and possibly win a haul of gifts.
Unexpected and widely ranging restructuring is on the immediate horizon for teachers at Santa Maria Bonita School District https://keyt.com/news/education/2025/12/12/potential-changes-in-education-could-impact-santa-maria-students-teachers/
Potential Changes in Education Could Impact Santa Maria Students & Teachers
SANTA MARIA, Calif. (KEYT) - Unexpected and widely ranging restructuring is on the immediate horizon for teachers at Santa Maria Bonita School District.
keyt.com
December 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Unexpected and widely ranging restructuring is on the immediate horizon for teachers at Santa Maria Bonita School District https://keyt.com/news/education/2025/12/12/potential-changes-in-education-could-impact-santa-maria-students-teachers/
The Unity Shoppe is offering a special in-store deal during tonight's Holiday Telethon
The Unity Shoppe Offers a Holiday Deal During Tonight's Holiday Telethon
A Unity Shoppe sale during the annual telethon broadcast gives shoppers 50-percent off with a toy donation. It is Friday night at 5 p.m.
keyt.com
December 12, 2025 at 11:42 PM
The Unity Shoppe is offering a special in-store deal during tonight's Holiday Telethon
Chief meteorologist Mackenzie Lake gives us a look at this weekend's forecast – with slightly cooler temperatures before our next December mini heatwave ⛄️☀️
https://keyt.com/weather/local-forecast/2025/12/12/cooling-weekend-heat-returns-next-week/
https://keyt.com/weather/local-forecast/2025/12/12/cooling-weekend-heat-returns-next-week/
December 12, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Chief meteorologist Mackenzie Lake gives us a look at this weekend's forecast – with slightly cooler temperatures before our next December mini heatwave ⛄️☀️
https://keyt.com/weather/local-forecast/2025/12/12/cooling-weekend-heat-returns-next-week/
https://keyt.com/weather/local-forecast/2025/12/12/cooling-weekend-heat-returns-next-week/
On Thursday, the organizers of Posada Navideña, a Christmas mixer scheduled to take place in Goleta, canceled the event just a few hours before the celebration
Posada Navideña Event in Goleta Canceled Over Immigration Fears
GOLETA, Calif. (KEYT) – On Thursday, the organizers of Posada Navideña, a Christmas mixer scheduled to take place in Goleta, canceled the event just a few
keyt.com
December 12, 2025 at 8:04 PM
On Thursday, the organizers of Posada Navideña, a Christmas mixer scheduled to take place in Goleta, canceled the event just a few hours before the celebration
Internationally acclaimed musician Jake Shimabukuro performed a free ukulele concert for school kids at the Arlington Theatre Wednesday morning
Jake Shimabukuro performs free ukulele concert for kids at the Arlington Theatre
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - Internationally acclaimed musician Jake Shimabukuro performed a free ukulele concert for school kids at the Arlington
keyt.com
December 12, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Internationally acclaimed musician Jake Shimabukuro performed a free ukulele concert for school kids at the Arlington Theatre Wednesday morning
The owner of The Harbor Restaurant in Santa Barbara, John Thyne, has filed a lawsuit against the City of Santa Barbara over rent he calls "unconscionable."
https://keyt.com/news/money-and-business/2025/12/10/owners-of-the-harbor-restaurant-sue-city-of-santa-barbara-over-monthly-rent/
https://keyt.com/news/money-and-business/2025/12/10/owners-of-the-harbor-restaurant-sue-city-of-santa-barbara-over-monthly-rent/
December 12, 2025 at 1:47 AM
The owner of The Harbor Restaurant in Santa Barbara, John Thyne, has filed a lawsuit against the City of Santa Barbara over rent he calls "unconscionable."
https://keyt.com/news/money-and-business/2025/12/10/owners-of-the-harbor-restaurant-sue-city-of-santa-barbara-over-monthly-rent/
https://keyt.com/news/money-and-business/2025/12/10/owners-of-the-harbor-restaurant-sue-city-of-santa-barbara-over-monthly-rent/
With land use, financial and legislative conflicts all in the forefront, solving the on-going housing crisis is going to be as challenging as ever in 2026
Housing Conference Shows Multiple Permit and Financial Deals are Needed to Build Forward
Housing and planning experts meet to discuss options to meet growing needs on the South Coast. Regulations and financial challenges continue to be major hurdles.
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 11:00 PM
With land use, financial and legislative conflicts all in the forefront, solving the on-going housing crisis is going to be as challenging as ever in 2026
'Battalion 156" graduated Allan Hancock College’s Firefighter Academy, names after the rock band Metallica
“Battalica 156” Graduates Allan Hancock College's Fire Academy
LOMPOC, Calif. (KEYT) - Battalion 156 graduated Allan Hancock College’s Firefighter Academy. They gave themselves the nickname “Battalica 156,” because
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 10:00 PM
'Battalion 156" graduated Allan Hancock College’s Firefighter Academy, names after the rock band Metallica
Former State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson and former Santa Barbara City Councilman Dale Francisco joined your News Channel to share thoughts from both sides of the nation's fuel issue
December 11, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Former State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson and former Santa Barbara City Councilman Dale Francisco joined your News Channel to share thoughts from both sides of the nation's fuel issue
In summery conditions, Ty Fredricks’ high school science class pocked the Orcutt skyline with the three large white balloons
Orcutt Academy’s Weather Balloons Take Flight Once Again
ORCUTT, Calif. (KEYT) - Orcutt Academy geology students got a hands-on experience launching weather balloons. In summery conditions, Ty Fredricks’ high
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM
In summery conditions, Ty Fredricks’ high school science class pocked the Orcutt skyline with the three large white balloons
The Nipomo Community Services District voted 3-to-2 Wednesday, approving significant water rate increases over the next three years.
https://keyt.com/news/local-politics/2025/12/03/concerns-mounting-as-nipomo-residents-face-significant-water-rate-increases/
https://keyt.com/news/local-politics/2025/12/03/concerns-mounting-as-nipomo-residents-face-significant-water-rate-increases/
December 11, 2025 at 8:05 PM
The Nipomo Community Services District voted 3-to-2 Wednesday, approving significant water rate increases over the next three years.
https://keyt.com/news/local-politics/2025/12/03/concerns-mounting-as-nipomo-residents-face-significant-water-rate-increases/
https://keyt.com/news/local-politics/2025/12/03/concerns-mounting-as-nipomo-residents-face-significant-water-rate-increases/
The city of Santa Barbara is being sued by a restaurant business on Stearns Wharf, and as News Channel's Tracy Lehr reports, the lawsuit has to do with its lease
Owners of The Harbor Restaurant Sue City of Santa Barbara Over Monthly Rent
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) – Attorney John Thyne and his wife Olesya didn't mean to get into the restaurant business, but Thyne decided to step in and
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The city of Santa Barbara is being sued by a restaurant business on Stearns Wharf, and as News Channel's Tracy Lehr reports, the lawsuit has to do with its lease
Santa Barbara Humane dropped by your Morning News with Phoebe, a 9-year-old Yorkshire terrier
From Old to New Yorkie: Santa Barbara Humane’s 9- year-old Phoebe is Ready for Adoption
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) — Santa Barbara Humane dropped by your Morning News with Phoebe, a 9-year-old Yorkshire terrier. Phoebe was surrendered to SB
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Santa Barbara Humane dropped by your Morning News with Phoebe, a 9-year-old Yorkshire terrier
President Trump wants to open the Pacific Coast to more offshore oil drilling and he's lowering fuel standards for automakers. Former State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson offers the Democrat viewpoint and former Santa Barbara City Councilman Dale Francisco gives us the conservative opinion.
Trump Wants More Drilling on the Pacific Coast – What Do You Want?
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - We would love to hear what you think. President Trump wants to open the Pacific Coast to more offshore oil drilling and
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 2:47 AM
President Trump wants to open the Pacific Coast to more offshore oil drilling and he's lowering fuel standards for automakers. Former State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson offers the Democrat viewpoint and former Santa Barbara City Councilman Dale Francisco gives us the conservative opinion.
Bands that would have been in the Milpas Street Holiday Parade will still get the chance to perform this weekend
Special Event Gives Bands from Canceled Milpas Parade a Chance to Perform
A Holiday Band Expo takes place in Santa Barbara this weekend. Four bands from the now canceled Milpas parade will perform.
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Bands that would have been in the Milpas Street Holiday Parade will still get the chance to perform this weekend
As part of the ongoing Julefest event, there is a city-wide hunt for the Solvang Nisser, which is the Danish name for “gnome.”
A Holiday Search is Underway in Solvang for the Nissers
A search for the Solvang Nisse is underway to win a prize. Ten Nissers can be found by following a clue sheer. The event goes into the first week of January.
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
As part of the ongoing Julefest event, there is a city-wide hunt for the Solvang Nisser, which is the Danish name for “gnome.”
The City of Atascadero’s Community Services Department is now accepting band applications for the upcoming 2026 “Saturday in the Park” Summer Concert Series
Band Submissions Now Open for Atascadero's 2026 Summer Concert Series
Below is a press release from the City of Atascadero regarding submissions for their 2026 Summer Concert Series! ATASCADERO, Calif. – The City of
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 12:40 AM
The City of Atascadero’s Community Services Department is now accepting band applications for the upcoming 2026 “Saturday in the Park” Summer Concert Series
The wait is over! City of Goleta announces the winners of our Third Annual Window Decorating Contest!
City of Goleta Announces Winners of Annual Window Decorating Contest
Below is a press release from the City of Goleta regarding the winners of their annual Window Decorating Contest! GOLETA, Calif. – Drumroll please…the
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 12:05 AM
The wait is over! City of Goleta announces the winners of our Third Annual Window Decorating Contest!
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will host a processional Thursday evening as part of the traditional Feast Day events following recent vandalism of a shrine on the church property
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church Plans Procession and Unity after Vandalism
The Our Lady of Guadalupe events begin with a Rosary and processional in Santa Barbara Thursday. There will also be special masses on Friday.
keyt.com
December 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will host a processional Thursday evening as part of the traditional Feast Day events following recent vandalism of a shrine on the church property
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will host a procession as part of the traditional Feast Day events following recent vandalism of a shrine on the church property
https://keyt.com/news/santa-barbara-s-county/2025/12/10/our-lady-of-guadalupe-church-plans-procession-and-unity-after-vandalism/
https://keyt.com/news/santa-barbara-s-county/2025/12/10/our-lady-of-guadalupe-church-plans-procession-and-unity-after-vandalism/
December 10, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will host a procession as part of the traditional Feast Day events following recent vandalism of a shrine on the church property
https://keyt.com/news/santa-barbara-s-county/2025/12/10/our-lady-of-guadalupe-church-plans-procession-and-unity-after-vandalism/
https://keyt.com/news/santa-barbara-s-county/2025/12/10/our-lady-of-guadalupe-church-plans-procession-and-unity-after-vandalism/
Work continues to covert Santa Barbara' First Christian Church into a 37-room boutique hotel.
https://keyt.com/news/money-and-business/2025/12/09/work-continues-at-local-landmark-being-turned-into-boutique-hotel/
https://keyt.com/news/money-and-business/2025/12/09/work-continues-at-local-landmark-being-turned-into-boutique-hotel/
December 10, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Work continues to covert Santa Barbara' First Christian Church into a 37-room boutique hotel.
https://keyt.com/news/money-and-business/2025/12/09/work-continues-at-local-landmark-being-turned-into-boutique-hotel/
https://keyt.com/news/money-and-business/2025/12/09/work-continues-at-local-landmark-being-turned-into-boutique-hotel/