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Updated 4:09pm-- 4-28-21-- The astronaut who flew the Apollo 11 command module is dead. Michael Collins' family announced the retired Air Force major general passed away following a fight with cancer. Collins performed multiple spacewalks while with NASA and orbited the Moon 30 times while waiting for Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin to return from the Moon's surface. He later worked in the State Department and served as Director of the National Air and Space Museum.

Updated 5:22am-- 4-23-21-- One man is dead after a shooting in Lompoc.. Just after 530 last evening, Lompoc police responded to the 600 block of West Maple Avenue for a report of a shooting. Officers located a 28-year-old male in his vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds. The male was transported to a local hospital where he died of his injuries. Detectives responded and began conducting interviews and collecting evidence. The investigation is ongoing and anyone who may have witnessed the incident or with surveillance video of the area are asked to contact the Lompoc Police Department.

Updated 12 noon-- 4-22-21 --- The Santa Barbara County Fire Department (SBCFD), in conjunction with all other local fire jurisdictions, will declare the beginning of the 2021 High Fire Season for all areas of Santa Barbara County on May 3rd. During High Fire Season, all burn permits issued for residential burning and hazard reduction will be suspended. In addition, the SBCFD will be increasing the number of resources (e.g., engines, dozers, crews, helicopters, etc.) respond...ing to reported vegetation fires. The 2020/21 rainy season yielded 47% of the normal rainfall which has resulted in significantly drier fuels. Combined with dry seasonal grasses for this time of year, this poses a significant risk for ignition and growth of a vegetation fire. The State of California has made available $165 million dollars in grants in 2021 to develop and carryout fire prevention projects throughout the state. See more

Updated 2:16pm-- 4-20-21-- A jury has found Derek Chauvin [[ SHO-vin ]] guilty in the death of George Floyd. Today the jury convicted the former Minneapolis police officer of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter for kneeling on Floyd's neck during an arrest last May, causing his death. It took the jury about 12 hours over two days to reach its verdict. The second-degree murder charge carries a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison, but Minnesota sentencing guidelines say someone with no prior conviction like Chauvin chould be sentenced to 12-and-a-half years. The sentencing is up to the judge and will take place at a later date.

Updated 10:49am-- 4-20-21 -- The Winner of this week's $96 gift certificate is Pablo Landeros! To become a winner go to New Frontiers Natural MarketPlace in Solvang and register to win the next drawing. Drawings are on Mondays every other week.

Updated 4:12pm-- 4-19-21-- From the Santa Barbara Humane Society-- Since 1887, Santa Barbara Humane has cared for animals and the people who love them. But this 134th birthday does not belong to the shelter alone; it belongs to the entire community because generations of support and love of animals has paved the way for this important milestone. To celebrate, the organization invites friends of animals to join in a scavenger hunt for animal-themed historical items and locat...ions across the county. Community members of all ages are welcome. Supporters are invited to take three photos to submit via email to be entered into a drawing for a swag bag prize. Photo #1: Historical Locations Take a photo in front of 1215 Anacapa Street, the location of the organization’s former thrift shop. Closer to Santa Maria? Take a photo at 751 Black Road, that campus’ first official location. Photos #2-5: With your location picture snapped, choose at least two more of these snaps: -An animal dressed like Kathleen Van Barkaloo Hale - the local supporter whose donation purchased the Overpass Road location! -A picture of you or your pet in front of a current campus location 5399 Overpass Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 1687 West Stowell Road, Santa Maria, CA 93458 -A picture of you or your pet with a birthday message sign for the shelter animals -A picture of your pet dressed for a birthday party or eating birthday treats Participants should comment on the organization’s social media post about the scavenger hunt and email their images to [email protected] to enter the drawing. The tiny print: To be eligible for the prize drawing, follow these guidelines: The entrant must submit a minimum of three total photos. Photos must be emailed to [email protected] and the entrant must comment on the Santa Barbara Humane post on Facebook (link) or Instagram (link). All photos must be original content owned by the entrant. Please do not submit photos that you did not take. Submissions will close at 11:59 PM on April 30. Late entries will not be accepted. By submitting, participant gives permission to Santa Barbara Humane to use these images in communications. See more

Updated 9:37am-- 2-11-21 -- from KEYT-- Former Congressman Robert "Bob" Lagomarsino has died at his Ojai ranch at the age of 94. A former Ojai Mayor, Calif. State Senator and held his seat in the House of Representatives from 1974 until he was defeated in 1992. His district served Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, including President Reagan's Rancho del Cielo. The visitors center at The Channel Islands National Park is named after Lagomarsino. He is also a veteran of the U.S. Navy. (Photo: U.S. Congress archives)

Updated 4:49pm-- 2-11-2021-- Adult entertainment mogul Larry Flynt is dead at the age of 78. His brother said Flynt passed away from heart failure at his home in Los Angeles on Wednesday. Flynt started his empire with Hustler magazine back in 1974, and would later add an online sex shop, casino and other clubs and magazines. He endured many battles with the First Amendment, which was detailed in the movie "The People vs. Larry Flynt." Flynt was also paralyzed from the waist down after being shot in 1978.

Updated 11:37am-- 2-09-21-- The National Transportation Safety Board is announcing the possible cause of the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant over a year ago. NTSB Chairman Robert Sumwalt says the pilot Ara Zobayan likely became disoriented when he flew the helicopter through the clouds in an apparent violation of federal standards. Sumwalt estimates Zobayan had nearly broken through the clouds when the helicopter banked and plunged into the hills, killing everyone on board including the Los Angeles Lakers legend.

Updated 9:07pm-- 2-08-21-- Most of the U.S. is seeing a big decline in coronavirus hospitalizations. The COVID Tracking Project says hospitalizations have dropped by ten percent or more in 40 states. Just over 80-thousand Americans were in the hospital because of the virus as of Monday. That represents a drop of about 21-thousand in just ten days. A little more than 16-thousand people are fighting the illness in ICUs.

Updated 7:29pm-- 2-07-21 Tom Brady threw for three touchdowns as the Buccaneers blasted the Chiefs 31-9 in Super Bowl 55 in Tampa. He found former Patriots teammate Rob Gronkowski twice in the first half for scores. It's the seventh Super Bowl title for Brady and the second for the Bucs' franchise. Patrick Mahomes threw for 270 yards and two interceptions as Kansas City failed to repeat as Super Bowl champions.

Updated 10:21am-- 10-27-20- California's restaurant industry is asking for refunds. Restaurants closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic filed government claims to recover more than 100-million in fees for liquor, health permits and tourism charges that they say were assessed even though they were shut down or only partially operating under the state's coronavirus health orders. Restaurant owners say it's not fair they're being charged for permits they can't use. Right now, counties with the highest COVID-19 infection rates are limited to outdoor dining only.

Updated 10:19am-- 10-27-20- Fire officials are calling in special forces to help battle two wind driven wildfires in Orange County. The special force is called Team Six and is comprised of highly trained U.S. Navy personnel. The Blue Ridge Fire is out of control, raging over eight-thousand acres. It's burning over the Gypsum Canyon ridge, all the way down to the canyon floor. One home is damaged so far. The Silverado Fire has burned over 11-thousand acres with only five-percent containment.

Updated 9:44pm-- 10-22-20--Uber and Lyft are being ordered to treat California drivers as employees. An appeals court ruled the rideshare giants must follow a labor law that took effect in January. It requires gig workers stop being classified as contractors. The companies have resisted, arguing they'd have to suspend service if they make the change. It's unclear if they'll ask the Supreme Court to step in.

Updated 9:39pm- 10-22-20-- It is now up to the voters. President Trump and former VP Joe Biden sparred for more than 90-minutes in the final 2020 presidential debate in Nashville on Thursday. Biden said the character of the nation is on the ballot on November 3rd. Trump warned Biden's economic policies will lead the nation into a depression. Biden accused Trump of being divisive and pitting red states against blue states in the response to the coronavirus outbreak. Trump again defended his response and said a vaccine is coming within weeks. Trump also argued the virus will soon be gone. Biden warned a dark winter is coming as the coronavirus is surging in more than three-dozen states.

Updated 11am-- 10-21-20-- More than 1,000 PG&E customers are without power in the Santa Maria area today.. According to PG&E, the outage began just after 9am today and was impacting at least 1,137 customers in the Santa Maria and Orcutt area west of Highway 101... The cause of the outage is under investigation although PG and E said power is expected to be restored by 1pm today.

Updated 1:37pm-- 10-20-20- The National Transportation Safety Board is not able to determine the cause of a fatal boat fire that claimed 34 lives in California about a year ago. Investigators told the NTSB that the Conception, the 75-foot dive boat, was too damaged to pinpoint the source of the fire after it was retrieved from the seabed. Back in September of 2019, Conception caught fire while it was anchored in Platts Harbor off Santa Cruz Island. One crew member and 33 passengers died in the accident. Speaking virtually, investigators noted that the Conception's crew did not follow requirements for having someone work as an overnight roving patrol. Investigator In-Charge Adam Tucker recommended the board enact more regulations for smoke detection on small passenger vessels.

Updated 9:17pm-- 10-19-20-- Jeff Bridges, a Santa Barbara-based movie star, says he is being treated for lymphoma and his prognosis is good. The actor announced on social media that " although it is a serious disease, I feel fortunate that I have a great team of doctors and the prognosis is good... I’m starting treatment and will keep you posted on my recovery. " Bridges expressed gratitude to his family, friends and medical team. The actor has been very active in the Santa Barbara community. He is known as the driving force behind the "No Kid Hungry" campaign and has been involved for years the holiday "Unity Telethon" fundraiser.

Updated 3:20pm-- 10-19-20-- People on the coast of southern Alaska are being warned to get to higher ground after a massive earthquake sparked a tsunami warning. The seven-point-five magnitude quake struck 55 miles southeast of Sand Point off the Alaska Peninsula. The warning area includes the Alaska Peninsula, Kodiak Island the Kenai Peninsula.

Updated 9:03pm-- 10-15-20-- Police have arrested a man believed to have been responsible for robbing one bank and attempting to rob another. Just after 130pm today, Guadalupe Police reported the suspect entered Mechanics Bank in the 900 block of Guadalupe Street.. He reportedly handed the teller a note and the teller was reportedly shocked and confused. The man then took back his demand note and left the scene in a vehicle.. The Santa Barbara Sheriff's Department located the... vehicle and attempted a traffic stop on the vehicle but the driver did not stop and deputies pursued it until the vehicle became disabled at the Vandenberg Air Force Base Visitor Center. The driver tried to run on foot but was arrested a short distance away. The man arrested was identified as 19 year old Maurice Pilgrim of Detroit Michigan. Police say he was the same man who robbed Coast Hills Credit Union in Lompoc on Tuesday. Pilgrim was arrested and booked into Lompoc Jail on suspicion of robbery and evading a peace officer. ( Pilgrim is pictured below. ) See more

Updated 9pm-- 10-14-20-- An update on the eagle that was rescued by Santa Barbara County Fire. Today, the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network reported that the eagle that was rescued in Sisquoc died from its injuries. The eagle was found by Santa Barbara County firefighters in Sisquoc, east of Orcutt last Friday. Crews responded to the report of an injured eagle spotted along Palmer Road and found the bird unable to fly. They then brought the eagle to the Santa Barbara Wild...life Care Network in Goleta for treatment. The network says when the eagle arrived to their center, it was seizing continuously and experiencing full body muscle tremors. They suspected the eagle to be a female based on her size. The care network says they are not sure what the cause of death was but thinks it might be linked to the West Nile Virus or some sort of trauma or toxicosis. California Fish and Wildlife will perform a necropsy to try to identify what the cause of death may have been. See more

Updated 4:53pm-- 10-13-20-- Actress Conchata Ferrell is dead. She is best known for playing a housekeeper on the show "Two and a Half Men." She died at the age of 77 following complications of cardiac arrest. The actress recently moved to a long-term care facility following more than a month in the ICU. Ferrell also appeared in "Edward Scissorhands," "Mr. Deeds," and "The Mask."

Updated 9:03pm--10-12-20-- The Lakers are holding off on a public celebration for their championship victory due to COVID-19. The team put out a statement saying it will plan something as soon as city and county officials deem it safe. The Lakers clinched their 17th championship on Sunday. Fans gathered in downtown Los Angeles and at Staples Center Sunday night following the team's win. Some were unruly and ESPN reports more than 75 arrests were made.

Updated 9:02pm-- 10-12-20-- Johnson & Johnson is taking a break from its coronavirus vaccine study. The company paused the study because of an unexplained illness in one of the participants. They did not provide any details on what sort of sickness the participant is dealing with. This is the latest company to suffer a setback while doing a coronavirus vaccine study. AstraZeneca had to put its work on hold in September because of a patient's suspected adverse reaction in the United Kingdom.