Stirring the Pot
Barney takes on the repercussions of Measure P and what the City Council plans to do about it. Plus, more voting and musical talk.
Year: 2006
Carlos Varela Takes the Stand
According to alleged murderer Carlos Varela, if his girlfriend Holly Lake had just accepted his attempts to break up with her, she’d still be alive today. That came straight from the murder suspect’s mouth today, Monday, November 13, when Varela took that stand in hopes of swaying the jury into believing that his attack on the former UCSB student last August was a crime of passion rather than premeditation.
Martha Smilgis Leaves N-P
The longtime columnist of “The Dish” left the News-Press last week after apparent political conflicts. For the latest scoop on this story, go to this morning Montecito Montage here.
Aceves to Win Goleta Seat
As of 1 p.m. today, Roger Aceves is beating out Cynthia Brock for the third open seat on the Goleta City Council. Yet to be counted are the damaged absentee ballots, but those are not expected to reverse Aceves’ 21-vote lead.
Bloc Party Cancels Tour
Drummer Matt Tong collapses his lung, forcing the band to cancel the rest of its lengthy American tour alongside Panic at the Disco!
Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars
The debut CD from these true refugees proves an inspiring, uplifting mix of reggae and West African rhythms, showing that creativity can come from strife and music does indeed conquer all.
Personal File: Law Suits instead of a Gold Watch
The latest press release from the News-Press regarding the firing of veteran reporter Melinda Burns and accuses the Teamsters of tagging.
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On the verge of another appearance at SOhO on Tuesday, November 14, this L.A.-based singer-songwriter just released this solid album of sad songs sung to happy beats.
Big Drug Busts in SB
Over the past month, the SBPD busted a major drug ring with ties to Sinaloa, the home state of “narco saint” Jesus Malverde (whose icon is pictured). Here’s a round-up of those arrests, complete with mug shots of nine of the suspects.
Women: Striptease Class
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