Good morning, Santa Barbara.

A report on homelessness shows that local churches want to help by working with government and nonprofits to support people without homes in Santa Barbara.

The report says churches should join local planning and add food and shelter help—moves aimed at better serving the 987 individuals in need.

Undersheriff Craig Bonner and Chief Custody Deputy Vinny Wasilewski won top honors at the Navy League’s 7th Annual Chili Cookoff on October 9th at the Santa Barbara Carriage Museum—their winning entry 'Last Stand Chili' blended Wagyu beef chili with smoked beef brisket and also earned Best Chili Name as a nod to their upcoming retirements.

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum will host Jennifer Selgrath as the speaker for its Maritime Distinguished Speaker Series at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov.

20 — She will address coastal access and equity issues.

UCSB Arts & Lectures will host the Blind Boys of Alabama with special guest Cory Henry at Campbell Hall on Saturday, Oct.

25—tickets cost $48–$63 for the public and $15 for UCSB students.

The Hope Ranch volcano glows at sunrise in today's Photo of the Day—captured by Cody Westheimer and showcasing the natural beauty of the area.

The image highlights a cherished local landmark in a simple yet striking view.

Pedro Guillen of Franklin Elementary School was named Fall 2025 Teaching Excellence Award recipient by the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara.

The local teacher, who graduated from Dos Pueblos High School in Goleta, is recognized for his strong classroom work and mentorship.

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum will host social-ecological researcher Jennifer Selgrath for her talk on ocean access and equity at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov.

20, with a reception for museum members from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. The event will focus on how Marine Protected Areas affect coastal benefits for underserved communities.

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors approved $4 million to add 150 new charging stations for county vehicles and public use as part of its Zero-Emission Vehicle Action Plan.

The deal with PowerFlex Systems raises the contract total to $5 million and the stations will be installed at sites (including the Regional Fire Communications Center) over the next three years.

Thousands of protesters gathered in Santa Barbara County on Saturday at Alameda Park, Lompoc and Santa Ynez for the No Kings rally to stand against autocracy — they aimed to support democracy and urged a vote Yes on Prop 50.

The event was part of a broader nationwide movement with over 2,600 protests expressing concerns about government overreach and the protection of free speech.

UCSB Men’s Water Polo lost a one-goal game to UC Irvine 10-9 on Saturday afternoon—Danilo Dragovic led with four scores and one assist as the teams traded close leads; the Gauchos will face Long Beach State on Oct.

25 at 7 p.m.

Laguna Blanca’s 8-man football team lost 43-42 to Malibu in overtime on Friday when a failed two-point conversion cost them the win.

The Owls will host Villanova Prep next Saturday at 1 p.m.

On Saturday, UC Santa Barbara men's soccer defeated Cal Poly 1-0 as Haruki Utsumi scored the lone goal and a strong defense earned the team's seventh clean sheet of the season—propelling the Gauchos to the top of the Big West standings with 12 points.

The team will host Sacramento State on Oct. 22 and UC Irvine on Oct. 25 at Harder Stadium.

Six local girls volleyball teams will compete in the CIF-SS playoffs next week after a successful fall season, with San Marcos opening at home against Murrieta Valley on Tuesday at 6 p.m. —Santa Barbara High, Bishop Diego, Laguna Blanca and Providence also have matchups scheduled in their respective divisions.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Class

Mon-Fri, Oct 20-24 — GSA Training, Santa Barbara, CA — Contact for pricing — Learn essential Object Oriented Analysis and Design skills using UML in a comprehensive training course.

Flamingosis Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — EOS Lounge — Tickets required — Experience the eclectic sounds of electronic music producer and beatboxer Flamingosis.

Santa Barbara Halloween Bar Crawl

4 PM – 11 PM — Unbearable Skee Lodge — Ticket required — The Halloween Event of the Year featuring access to the best spots in town!

Journey Through Jazz

7:15-9:15 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Free entry — Experience a vibrant musical journey through jazz history from Dixieland to Fusion.

Halloween On The Harbor

8 p.m. - 12 a.m. — The Anchor Rose — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Halloween with a festive rooftop party featuring stunning views.

ZZ Top Live Concert

7:00 - 8:30 p.m. — Santa Barbara Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the legendary ZZ Top and special guests Night Ranger for an unforgettable night.

Jack Johnson's Double Feature Surf Film Night

6-8:30 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Tickets available through request system — Enjoy classic surf films paired with live music from Jack and Friends.

David Sedaris Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the wit and charm of David Sedaris as he shares new stories and diary entries.

Santa Barbara Half Marathon & 5K

7 AM – 12 PM — Loquita Santa Barbara — Cost info not specified — Experience the scenic beauty of Santa Barbara while running in a half marathon or 5K.

Repair Cafe Santa Barbara

6-8 p.m. — Rancho Goleta Lakeside — Free entry — Gather with neighbors to repair, recycle, and restore your items in a friendly community setting.