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Bubble event at De La Guerra Street and State Street
Bubbles Take Over State Street This September
This September, the City is sponsoring free, family-friendly bubble play events every Saturday. Bubbles will be taking over State Street between De La Guerra Street and State Street, creating a fun, interactive experience for the whole…
500 Block of State Street highlighted with the view of the ocean
Pedlets Are Coming to the 500 Block of State Street
The City of Santa Barbara is launching an exciting new pilot project on the 500 block of State Street, between Haley Street and Cota Street, as part of the broader State Street Master Plan. Beginning in early September, the City will…
Vacant Window Beautification Program Rendering
Call for Art: Vacant Window Beautification Program
Calling all Santa Barbara County artists! The new Vacant Window Beautification Program will transform empty storefronts along State Street into vibrant displays of local creativity. By turning vacant windows into welcoming visual…
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Old Spanish Days – Fiesta: Public Safety Reminders
Santa Barbara Police would like to remind the community about some key safety topics during our Fiesta celebration. (English & Español)
Man Brandishes Knife on State Street
On July 28, 2021, around 4:00pm, dispatchers from the Santa Barbara Police Department received several 9-1-1 calls about a male subject brandishing a knife in the area of State Street and Anapamu Street.
Quick Response by Santa Barbara Police Prevents Tragedies
On July 15, 2021, Santa Barbara Police Patrol Officers received a report from a 90-year-old victim about a telephone scam. The victim informed the Officers he received a phone call from a person alleging to be an employee of the United…
Officers Respond to Subject Reportedly Brandishing Firearm
On July 20, 2021, at 7:20am, multiple Santa Barbara Police Officers responded to the 200 block of South Voluntario Street for a report of a subject brandishing a firearm at family members.
Community Members Help Santa Barbara Police Apprehend Reckless Driver
On July 14, 2021, around 0930am, a Santa Barbara Police Officer was on patrol in the area of Cabrillo Blvd. and Stearns Wharf when he was flagged-down by a community member regarding a subject trying to instigate numerous physical…
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