Press Releases

Safety guidelines, street closures, parking, and more.The Santa Barbara Police Department (SBPD) extends a warm invitation to the community as we prepare to celebrate Fiesta and honor the rich cultural heritage and cherished traditions of…

As of 9:00 a.m., 9-1-1 phone lines to local dispatch centers' service are fully restored countywide. Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are working to resume flight operations. SBA passengers should…

The City of Santa Barbara is proud to announce the recent acquisition of a new Pierce Arrow XT Aerial Ladder Truck for the Santa Barbara Fire Department, significantly enhancing the department’s emergency response capabilities and long-…

Transient Occupancy Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – June 30, 2025The City of Santa Barbara collected $3.3 Million in Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) for June 2025, the twelfth month in the City’s fiscal year.For fiscal year…

Save the date for events beginning in late October!Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) is excited to announce its SB Reads 2025 title, and first-ever graphic novel selection: “The Magic Fish” by Trung Le Nguyen. 

The City of Santa Barbara Fire Department is proud to announce the graduation of the latest class of Teen Community Emergency Response Team (Teen CERT) students. These 21 dedicated young individuals represented local high schools…

As Old Spanish Days quickly approaches, the City of Santa Barbara reminds the community that confetti is litter.The use of confetti at Santa Barbara parades and festivals is growing, in both the number of events where confetti is used and…

Transient Occupancy Tax Results for the City of Santa Barbara – May 31, 2025The City of Santa Barbara collected $3.2 Million in Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) for May 2025, the eleventh month in the City’s fiscal year.Year to date, the…

Children and teens ages 0–18 are invited to enjoy free, nutritious lunches this summer through the USDA Summer Food Service Program, Lunch at the Library. Meals will be served from noon to 1pm Monday through Friday on the Lower Plaza of…

The City of Santa Barbara has announced the return of the annual Fourth of July Celebration. Hosted by the City’s Waterfront and Parks and Recreation Departments, the yearly tradition will transform Santa Barbara’s waterfront for a full…