Tucked between the scent of espresso and the sound of a soft purr, a quiet revolution is unfolding across America’s cities.

The Santa Barbara Rescue Mission will mark another milestone in its commitment to restoring lives and breaking the cycle of addiction and homelessness. 5 ...

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In California, where the next "Big One" is an always-looming threat, some lessons learned from the 1925 Santa Barbara quake ...

We’re thrilled to introduce Independent Living at The Woodlands. This new phase represents our commitment to empowering residents with choice, dignity and community.” — Ryan Carney, Executive Director ...

A side from dialing Veggie Rescue’s phone number, local growers don’t need to lift a finger to gift surplus food to community members in need of a helping hand. Based in Santa Ynez, Veggie Rescue ...

SOLAR WARS: There’s enough heat behind California’s long-simmering rooftop solar fight that it’s boiling over on two fronts this week.

The only finalist for the next president of the University of Florida, Santa Ono, spoke to faculty, students and staff at three separate forums at Emerson Alumni Hall on Tuesday.

About Santa Barbara Rescue Mission Established in 1965, this 501 (c) (3) organization has served the county and city of Santa Barbara for over 60 years, providing emergency services and long-term ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - The Santa Barbara Rescue Mission hosted its annual Christmas Feast & Giveaway on Thursday. More than a hundred people experiencing homelessness and hunger came together to ...

Santa Barbara Rescue Mission is giving back to community members with a Christmas giveaway and feast. Donations like shoes, sweatshirts, winter clothing and backpacks have been collected ahead of ...