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Santa Barbara Police Department Swears in Eight New Officers
The Santa Barbara Police Department is proud to announce the swearing-in of eight new police officers. Chief Kelly Gordon swore in these officers last week. Six graduated from the Ventura County Criminal Justice Training Center and two are…
As Fire Prevention Week Approaches, the City of Santa Barbara Fire Department Reminds Residents That “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape.”
The City of Santa Barbara Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week (FPW), October 9-15, 2022. This year’s FPW campaign, “Fire won’t wait…
SBPD Seeking New Applicants for the Volunteer in Policing Program
The Santa Barbara Police Department Volunteers in Policing (VIP) Program is accepting applications for interested community members wanting to volunteer their time at SBPD. Our current VIPs have different professional experiences, strong…
New Ninth Circuit Opinion in Grants Pass Case Does Not Affect Santa Barbara’s Camping Regulations
On September 28, 2022, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision in the case of Johnson v. City of Grants Pass, (9th Cir., Sept. 28, 2022, No. 20-35752) 2022 WL 4492090 regarding the enforcement of that city’s camping ordinance…
Man rescued from confined space in the Santa Barbara Harbor
On Friday, September 30, 2022, at approximately 1:31 p.m., the Santa Barbara City Police Department Combined Communications Center was notified of a possible confined space rescue in the harbor, in front of marina three. The Santa Barbara…
The Library Calls on Local Non-Profit Art Groups to Fill the Main Faulkner Gallery
The Santa Barbara Public Library provides public space for art exhibits in their Main Faulkner Gallery to non-profit art organizations. Exhibits usually run for one month and the Main Faulkner Gallery has one vacancy remaining for the…
The Library Offers Volunteer Tutor Training for Reading Intervention Program
The Santa Barbara Public Library (SBPL) will host a three-session tutor training in October as part of the SBPL OG Readers Tutoring Program that helps support students who are struggling with reading skills. The Library invites adults and…
Multiple Burglary Suspects Arrested Over Three Days
On September 24, 2022, around 1:40 a.m., Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received a report of a burglary in progress at a residence located in the 1600 block of Shoreline Drive. The homeowner was out of town at the time…
City Launches New Video Series “City Connection”
With a continued focus on improving communication, prioritizing transparency, and modernizing its approach to connecting and relaying information, the City has launched a new, social-media friendly video series called “City Connection.”…
City Council Sets Interim Requirements for Outdoor Business Facilities on State Street
During a City Council Meeting on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, the City Council voted 5-2 to approve updated requirements for outdoor business facilities on State Street. The requirements will remain in effect until the State Street Master…