A report from my recent ramble through Southern California’s primary wine region; plus, stories you may have missed.

Drive this 800-mile route along the California coast linking stunning historical sites, each with distinct architecture, ...

Mostly cloudy with a high of 63 °F (17.2 °C). Winds from SSW to SW at 7 mph (11.3 kph). Night - Mostly cloudy. Winds variable at 5 to 7 mph (8 to 11.3 kph). The overnight low will be 50 °F (10 ...

One of California's most iconic cities is home to a "Funk Zone" that features incredible food, amazing art, and an environmentally friendly beachfront area.

Below is a press release from multiple fire departments regarding Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps. SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CA – On March 10, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection ...

Downtown Santa Barbara has announced that tickets ... Guests will receive a wine glass, plate, wristband, and map highlighting the venues offering food, beverages, and live art experiences.

The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking up to 100 volunteers for a large-scale trail volunteer day to restore Cold Spring Trail and Ridge Trail. “Cold Spring Trail is one ...

Mac will also play a near L.A gig at the Santa Barbara Bowl on Monday, September 29. Fans can get presale tickets to Mac DeMarco’s L.A. show at the Greek by using the presale code GREEK2025 ...

According to the Santa Barbara County Fire Department's Public Information officer, Scott Safechuck, fire crews responded to a man who fell off a trail at Arlington Peak Trail at 1:43 p.m. on Sunday.

More than 50 years ago, a catastrophic oil spill along Santa Barbara’s coastline served to galvanize the modern environmental movement and also helped to usher in one of the state’s strongest ...

We made numerous trips to Napa, and what was then a fledging Santa Ynez wine region, to taste wines and meet winemakers. There were no tasting fees in those days, and the atmosphere was welcoming and ...