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Server Luka Djuranovic wipes down a table during the sanitizing routine that is done after the customers are done eating on Sept. 17, 2020 at Crocodile Restaurant & Bar in Santa Barbara, Calif. Djuranovic regularly reminisces on when customers were able to come in and enjoy the bar and seats indoors during these routines.

When enjoying outside dining, don’t forget about the workers

September 18, 2020

Skateboarding is a crime on State Street, but who does it really hurt?

September 11, 2020

Skateboarding isn’t just fun or transportation. It’s freedom. It’s the feeling of racing over scattered leaves and asphalt as four little skateboard wheels scream over each crack. The sky has never been bluer. It...

Coronavirus continues to spread in prisons, Lompoc expands testing

Michaela Vehslage, Staff Writer

May 6, 2020

As millions of Californians continue to shelter in place to stop the spread of COVID-19, the virus has ravaged several prisons including the Lompoc Federal Correctional Complex, which has seen cases rise from 70 to 83 in the span ...

Connor Streett started his business 805 Seafood as a fish vendor at 17 years old and is grateful for customers still buying local fresh fish during the pandemic in front of his home and fishing boat on Thursday, April 30, 2020 in Santa Barbara, Calif.

Local fisherman starts his own business on harbor at 17 years old

May 2, 2020

Owner of Blue Ridge Honey Greg Mitchell has seen sales go up as the local farmers market has remained open throughout the state-wide business closures on Tuesday April 21, 2020 in Downtown Santa Barbara, Calif.

Farmers market still bustling, lively despite new COVID-19 guidelines

April 27, 2020

COVID-19 leaves millions jobless, unemployment benefits increase

April 27, 2020

COVID-19 update: Santa Barbara County reports seventh death

Trevor West Morgan, Staff Writer

April 26, 2020

The number of coronavirus related deaths has reached 205,398 worldwide with the total in the U.S. reaching 54,964 as of Sunday, April 26. In California, there have been 1,705 deaths from the virus and over 43,056 cases as o...

SB Grocery Run: Shopping for others during a pandemic

Michaela Vehslage, Staff Writer

April 25, 2020

During times of crisis, Patricia Guerrera believes it is her duty to help those who cannot help themselves. Since the outbreak of COVID-19 and the subsequent shelter-in-place order, Guerrera has spent her days delivering groceri...

Animals are still up for adoption as the County of Santa Barbara Animal Services started livestreaming dogs and cats in a home environment via Instagram to connect with potential owners.

Local animal shelter shows off adoptable pets on Instagram Live

April 24, 2020

The Santa Barbara Zoo is taking extra precaution against COVID-19 reaching big cat species susceptible to the virus.

SB Zoo taking extra precautions in animal care amid global pandemic

April 20, 2020

Student parents forced to balance schoolwork, parenting in isolation

Alloy Zarate, Staff Writer

April 20, 2020

City College student parents who relied on the services of the Orfalea Early Learning Center are forced to balance schoolwork with caring for their young children since campus was closed on March 16. “Everyone has 24 hours...

Senate discusses impact of COVID-19, difficulties with online classes

April 18, 2020