Local News

Defensible space inspections for Santa Barbara Co. homeowners to begin June 1

National News

3 dead, including a child, in explosion at Dallas apartment building

Politics

Senate Republicans form 'YOLO conference' amid exits and primary losses

Entertainment

'I was so nervous': Champion shares emotional journey to Spelling Bee win

Don't Waste Your Money

Thrills without the bills: How to save at theme parks this summer

Santa Maria

Hundreds of students in Santa Barbara County receive scholarships

National News

Blue Origin rocket explodes on the launch pad during an engine-firing test

Entertainment

Shrey Parikh wins the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee in dramatic spell-off

Arroyo Grande

Car crashes into apartment building in Arroyo Grande

Santa Barbara South Coast

Santa Barbara County winery challenges mandatory wine district fee in lawsuit

San Luis Obispo

Law enforcement reminds drivers of dangers of wet roads, distracted driving

Morro Bay

San Luis Obispo County comes together for homelessness compact

Santa Barbara South Coast

Two men arrested in Santa Barbara County child exploitation cases

Santa Maria

Righetti High School art show transforms gym into gallery

World News

New criticism over US response to Ebola outbreak in Africa

Today's Forecast

Cool tonight, showers taper off across San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara Counties

National News

USPS shares list of cities with the most dog attacks on letter carriers

San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo High School celebrates historic win

Sports

NBA's board of governors passes anti-tanking changes to draft lottery

Politics

Don't ignore your check engine light — here's why

World News

Coast Guard will dive in new area of Bahamas in search for Lynette Hooker

Politics

Trump's influence on midterms to be tested by Iran war, economic concerns

National News

Next El Niño likely to push global temperatures to new highs

California News

California Democrats shrug at their choices in packed race to replace Newsom

California News

Newsom seeks to shield elections from federal interference before primary

Paso Robles

Paso Wine Fest 2026 draws nearly 3,500 from 38 states

Sports

NCAA transfer portal rules, NIL could change under new bipartisan Senate bill

Local News

Law enforcement and special Olympic athletes to carry Flame of Hope

National News

Oura is launching its smallest smart ring yet with even more health tracking

Politics

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she’s not running for president in 2028

Sports

Travis Kelce buys minority stake in Cleveland Guardians

National News

Bruce Springsteen directs star-powered music festival against Trump policies

National News

DOJ sues 4 states over denying undercover license plates for federal agents

US boosts Ebola aid to Congo and Uganda by $80 million amid worsening outbreak

Today's Forecast

Rain and cool temps for Thursday, much warmer conditions by the weekend

National News

Caesars Entertainment, a Las Vegas Strip icon, sold for nearly $6 billion

National News

Ex-CIA official charged with stealing millions in gold bars from the government

Politics

Democrats move to block Trump's triumphal arch near Arlington Cemetery

Politics

Supreme Court sides with Black death row inmate over racial bias in jury

Politics

Core inflation at its highest in nearly 3 years, Fed could consider rate hikes

Morning Minute

Safety changes, parade prep, and waterfront shuttle returns

National News

Rare blue micromoon sets up for stunning celestial show this weekend

Politics

DOJ investigates E. Jean Carroll for possible perjury in Trump case

Politics

Court gives green light to Trump’s federal voter roll plan until implementation

6 Things To Do

Central Coast weekend events: Rodeo thrills, gridiron action and more

Politics

Is your home covered? Why summer is peak season for insurance claims 

Entertainment

Zwe Spacetime, brother of 2021 champion, among 9 Scripps Spelling Bee finalists

Local News

Pismo Summer Market kicks off at Pismo Plaza

Santa Maria

Orcutt Academy band prepares for 'special' Elks Rodeo Parade performance

San Luis Obispo

SLO city staff recommends researching the handling of frat code violations

Iran War

Shaky Iran war ceasefire challenged as Kuwait faces a missile attack

Santa Maria

Santa Maria-Bonita School District to host job expo

Cambria

Former NASA astronaut to emcee Hearst Castle fundraiser

Santa Barbara South Coast

Waterfront electric shuttle returns to Santa Barbara for the summer

Politics

More American families are skipping meals or relying on food donations

Local News

San Luis Obispo County selects new behavioral health director

Today's Forecast

Dust off the umbrellas with rain likely for many areas on Thursday, cool

Local News

UPDATE: Computer issue forces temporary closure of 3 local grocery stores

Arroyo Grande

Major change coming to 'dangerous' Arroyo Grande intersection

Scripps News Life

Travel tips for making the most of Europe’s new Entry/Exit System this summer