Madison Medeiros

February 23, 2010

Man Bums Cash Posing as Student

By Madison Medeiros

A fraudulent solicitor posing as a UCSB Orchestra member is going door to door in Santa Barbara and Goleta asking for donations.

February 22, 2010

Weekend Wrap-Up

By Madison Medeiros

The Isla Vista Foot Patrol responded to an assault on a deputy this weekend, in addition to several burglaries and vandalisms.

February 19, 2010

Artist Revives Court Statue

By Madison Medeiros

The Santa Barbara Courthouse has hired a sculptor to replicate the building's historic fountain structure.

February 12, 2010

Dock Jogger Sights Roaming Baby Whale

By Madison Medeiros

A juvenile gray whale was spotted at Stearns Wharf on Tuesday, marking the beginning of whale watching season.

February 10, 2010

Jumbo Squid Fill Residents’ Fishing Boats

By Madison Medeiros

An influx of giant squid off the shore of Santa Barbara has sparked the interest of seasoned fishermen and locals alike.

February 4, 2010

Mental Services Receive Poor Grade for Efficiency

By Madison Medeiros

Santa Barbara County has the most inefficient mental health departments in the state, according to a California External Quality Review Organization.

January 28, 2010

Officials Address Recent Vagrant Deaths

By Madison Medeiros

Five homeless people have died in Santa Barbara since the New Year began, including three this past weekend.

January 21, 2010

Hard Times Force Horse Ranch to Shut Stable Gates

By Madison Medeiros

The scenic El Capitan Ranch equestrian facility is closing its doors to the public, citing hard economic times. The 201-acre El Capitan Ranch -- located approximately 10 miles north of Goleta along Highway 101 -- has pro...

January 19, 2010

Weekend Wrap-Up

By Madison Medeiros

The Isla Vista Foot Patrol responded to calls over the holiday weekend, one concerning the death of a veteran. Officers were also called upon to handle an attempted suicide, drug arrests, burglary, vandalism and alcohol-...