Ryan P. Cruz, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Wildfire By Jackson Friedman & Ryan P. Cruz | Thu Aug 31, 2023 | 3:37pm

Vegetation Fire Along 101 Near Buellton Fully Contained

Santa Barbara County Fire Department stopped all forward progress and contained the Ranch Incident Thursday near the Highway 154 off-ramp.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Aug 30, 2023 | 12:32pm

City officials talk about interim fixes while the State Street Master Plan reveals what the long-term future may look like for downtown.

Courts & Crime By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Aug 30, 2023 | 10:15am

The suspect was identified as 31-year-old Kebrina Alvarez, who was booked for assault with a deadly weapon.

Infrastructure By Ryan P. Cruz | Tue Aug 29, 2023 | 1:44pm

While an $8 million renovation is planned for 2027, neighborhood advocates are not happy with the temporary fixes.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Tue Aug 29, 2023 | 11:13am

Unexpected delays, supply chain issues, and asbestos abatement all contribute to construction missing projected timeline.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Mon Aug 28, 2023 | 3:17pm

The community packed into the brand-new park on August 26 for the grand opening and first-ever skate session.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Thu Aug 24, 2023 | 3:44pm

Pacific Pride Foundation will host the annual festival at Chase Palm Park on Saturday, August 26, from 11 am. to 7 p.m.

Special Stories By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Aug 23, 2023 | 9:00pm

Santa Barbara senior seminars tackle important topics like trusts, nutrition, and more.

Community By Ryan P. Cruz | Wed Aug 23, 2023 | 11:19am

The City Council will take the future of State Street into its own hands after disbanding the promenade subcommittee.

Business By Ryan P. Cruz | Tue Aug 22, 2023 | 1:54pm

After a heated debate and a split vote, the city Planning Commission decided to kick the project down the road to a later date.