The KEYT News Team is live tonight, bringing real‑time updates on the 2026 general election across Santa Barbara County. Polls close at 8:00 p.m., and our reporters will follow every major race, from the mayoral contest in Santa Barbara to the congressional showdown in California’s 24th district.

Santa Barbara Mayoral Race

John Palminteri is covering the three‑way race for Santa Barbara mayor. City Council members Eric Friedman and Kristen Sneddon are vying against former SBUSD board member Wendy Sims‑Moten for the city’s top executive office.

California’s 24th Congressional District

Tracy Lehr reports on the battle for California’s 24th congressional district. Incumbent Democrat Salud Carbajal faces Independent challenger Bob Smith, who recently registered as an Independent.

Santa Barbara City Council District 6

Mina Wahab is tracking the race for Santa Barbara City Council District 6. Four candidates—Devon Wardlow, Jason Domínguez, Monte Wilson and Genevieve Taft‑Vazquez—are competing for the seat.

Santa Barbara County Supervisor, District 5

Up north, Dave Alley follows the contest for Santa Barbara County Supervisor, District 5. Local teacher Ricardo Valencia and councilwoman Maribel Aguilera are the two candidates seeking the supervisory seat.

Santa Maria City Council Races

In Santa Maria, Jarrod Zinn provides live updates on City Council races in Districts 1, 3 and 4, where seven candidates are running for seats on the council.

Goleta City Council District 2

Patricia Martellotti covers the Goleta City Council race. Incumbent James Kyriaco is defending his seat against challenger Phebe Mansur.

Stay tuned to KEYT’s live blog for minute‑by‑minute results, candidate statements and post‑election analysis as the votes are tallied across the county.

Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.