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Community members celebrate Independence Day at the West Beach bandstand
Celebrate Safely: Join Santa Barbara's Fourth of July Festivities at the Waterfront
The City of Santa Barbara invites community members to celebrate this holiday safely by attending only professional firework displays, such as the Fourth of July Celebration on the waterfront. There’s no better place…
FARO Center Ribbon Cutting June 24, 2024. Representatives from local government, community organizations, and service providers cut the ceremonial ribbon in recognition of the FARO Center opening.
Fostering Access, Resilience, and Opportunity (FARO) Center Opens!
The City of Santa Barbara, in partnership with the Santa Barbara Alliance for Community Transformation (SB ACT), is proud to announce the opening of the Fostering Access, Resilience, and Opportunity (FARO) Center. The FARO Center, aptly…
Happy Pride Month
City Proclamation Recognizing June as Pride Month
The City of Santa Barbara celebrates its diverse and vibrant LGBTQ+ community, recognizing its members' immense contributions and resilience. In honor of Pride Month, we reaffirm our commitment to promoting equality, inclusivity, and…
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Fire and Police Commission Issues First Public Statement: “The Numbers Speak for Themselves” and "Hearing More from Our Community is a Top Priority"
The purpose of the Fire and Police Commission is to act in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the City Administrator in all matters relating to efficient and adequate fire and police protection for the City of Santa Barbara.
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Coffee with a Cop - April 10, 2024
Come join us for Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Hook & Press Donuts – 15 East Figueroa Street - 8 AM - 10 AM!
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Two Suspects Arrested in Stolen Vehicle for Distribution of Illegal Drugs
On March 6, 2024, around 9:00 a.m., Santa Barbara Police Detectives conducted a traffic stop in the 1st block of South Hope Avenue on a recently reported stolen vehicle from the City of Lompoc. Two subjects were contacted, and upon…
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Portion of West Mountain Drive Closed Due to Damaged Roadway
A Message from the City of Santa Barbara Police Department:For your safety, the 900 block of West Mountain Drive is currently closed due to a significant roadway hazard. It is imperative that all community members and visitors adhere to…
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Mission Creek Investigation - Media Release
On February 19, 2024, around 9:00 a.m., the Santa Barbara Police Combined Communications Center received a report of a possible deceased person seen in Mission Creek near the intersection of Bath Street and West Cota Street. 
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Phone Scammers Impersonating SBPD Officers
The Santa Barbara Police Department has recently become aware of a concerning trend involving scams that exploit the trust and authority associated with law enforcement. Scammers are using the names of actual officers to deceive community…
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Man Arrested for Pointing Replica Firearm at Officers
On November 14, 2023, around 5:30 p.m., Santa Barbara Police Officers were investigating a possible burglary that occurred to an apartment in the 300 block of West Mission Street. During the investigation, officers contacted a witness in…
SBPD Officers Standing on Cabrillo Blvd.
Academia Comunitaria de Habla Hispana del Departamento de Policía de Santa Bárbara
Academia Comunitaria de Habla Hispana del Departamento de Policía de Santa Bárbara -  2023 Santa Barbara Police Department Spanish Speaking Community Academy
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SBPD Pink Patches for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Pink Patch Project is part of a worldwide breast cancer awareness campaign. SBPD’s participation gives us the opportunity to direct Pink Patch raised funds directly back to our Santa Barbara community. 100% of our Pink Patch sales will…
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