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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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Vandalism Suspect Arrested
On February 9, 2023, at 3:45 am, several Santa Barbara Police officers responded to a gas station located in the 100 block of South La Cumbre Road for a reported vandalism in progress. Officers arrived on scene and detained an adult male…
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Dozens of Stolen Items Returned to Owners
Yesterday, officers took multiple reports of items being stolen from vehicles from the area of 1500 Dover Road. Today, officers were able to locate and arrest two suspects in connection with these thefts. Dozens of stolen items were…
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The City of Santa Barbara Releases Statement on Death of Tyre Nichols
The death of Tyre Nichols is appalling, tragic, and was unnecessary. The individuals involved have rightly been fired and criminally charged in the death of Tyre Nichols. There is no excuse for their actions. The actions of these…
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Serial Burglar Arrested
SANTA BARBARA, CA – January 24, 2023 On January 18, 2023, Santa Barbara police officers were on patrol in the area of 300 East Cabrillo Blvd. when they contacted and detained 47-year-old Brian Christopher Schotz for…
Media Release - Arrests Made in Connection to Stearns Wharf Area Homicide
Arrests Made in Connection to Stearns Wharf Area Homicide
SANTA BARBARA, CA – January 19, 2023 On December 9, 2022, around 8:40 pm, Santa Barbara Police Officers and Santa Barbara Harbor Patrol responded to the area of Stearns Wharf and Cabrillo Blvd. for a report of a shooting…
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(UPDATES SUSPENDED) SBPD Reported Storm Related Issues
No New Issues Reported at this time (1/11/23) Click on the document below to view current storm related issues that have been reported to the Santa Barbara Police Department Combined Communications Center.  This document was…
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High-Low Evacuation Siren Tone Videos (ENG/SP)
With heavy rains in the near future, please watch this informational video about SBPD’s hi-low evacuation siren tone.    High-Low Siren Tone Video (ENGLISH) Con fuertes lluvias en el futuro cercano, mire este…
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Helpful Storm Information (ENG/SP)
A LOT OF HELPFUL STORM INFO, PLEASE READ! (ENG/SP) Santa Barbara City Police Department is making notification to SB City residents and businesses off Coast Village Road (closest to Olive Mill Road) that need to EVACUATE…
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Prevention Tips Before a Flood. Be Safe! Heavy Rain Expected!
PREVENTION TIPS BEFORE A FLOOD (ENG/SP): -Assemble disaster supplies -Be prepared to evacuate. -Review your Family Disaster Plan. -Protect your property. -Be alert. -Monitor NOAA Weather Radio, local television and radio stations -If…
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