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This image shows a line of SBPD vehicles outside of Bishop Diego HS,  responding to what was deemed a false report of an active shooter
False Report of Active Shooter at Bishop Diego High School
On September 14, 2022, around 1:00 pm, the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received a single call about an active shooter situation at Bishop Diego High School, located at 4000 La Colina Road. Within minutes of the 9-1…
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False Report of Active Shooter at Bishop Diego High School
On Wednesday, September 14, 2022 the Santa Barbara Police Department responded to a report of an active shooter at Bishop Diego High School. The report was ultimately deemed to be FALSE. All STUDENTS and STAFF are ACCOUNTED for and SAFE.…
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Annual Recruitment for Advisory Groups
The City of Santa Barbara is seeking individuals to serve on its various City Advisory Groups. The City has more than 40 Advisory Groups and the members of these groups play an important role in shaping our community. 
Christopher Hastert Named Airport Director
Christopher Hastert Named Airport Director
The City has named Christopher Hastert as Airport Director for the Santa Barbara Airport. Mr. Hastert’s appointment was confirmed during the September 13, 2022 City Council meeting.
First responders and role-playing emergency "victim" volunteers participate in a live disaster drill
Santa Barbara Airport Triennial Full-Scale Emergency Exercise
The Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) Triennial Full-Scale Emergency Exercise will take place this Thursday, September 15, 2022, between 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. north of the main Runway 7/25. Along with the increased emergency responder traffic,…
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Celebrate Santa Barbara’s 23rd Annual Creek Week
This year’s Creek Week celebration takes place September 17 – 24. Creek Week is an annual opportunity for community members to learn more about our local creeks, watersheds, and the ocean through a series of fun and educational events.…
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Serious Injury DUI Collision on Castillo Street
On September 9, 2022, around 1:30a.m., the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received a report of a serious injury traffic collision involving a single vehicle. Initial investigation shows a Ford sedan was traveling at a…
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Santa Barbara Public Library Invites Volunteers to the Fall Session of Adult Literacy Tutor Training
Make a difference in someone’s life and become a Volunteer Adult Literacy Tutor at Santa Barbara Public Library. For over 30 years, the Santa Barbara Public Library Adult Literacy Program has helped thousands of local residents reach…
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Overdose Death Leads to Homicide Arrest
On April 29, 2022, Santa Barbara Police Officers were dispatched to the 100 block of State Street for a report of a found body. The deceased 30-year-old male was discovered with narcotics and drug paraphernalia in his possession. The cause…
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The City of Santa Barbara Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting
Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) awarded the City of Santa Barbara the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) for…
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