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With the recent spate of stabbings and fights it is time to send a message that we will not tolerate crime in
our town. What do readers suggest?
(05/15/13)
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Newsroom employees at the Santa Barbara News-Press have voted to cut ties with the Teamsters.
(05/18/13)
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The lovely Dal Pozzo building is now repeatedly covered in graffiti. Are the police really "cracking down?"
(05/14/13)
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Another panga boat was discovered at Arroyo Quemada Beach. The boat was abandoned with evidence of
marijuana and smuggling found. [pics]
(05/18/13)
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Controversial proposed gang injunction challenged: Hundreds of people packed city council meeting to
speak out.
(05/16/13)
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SB News Press throws its "free extra" in my dirveway every week. Why isnt that
considered littering?
(05/18/13)
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Possible shots fired. Hispanic adult males running with a weapon, possibly a rifle near Taco Bell.
(05/15/13)
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Who really benefits from the bicycle races that come through town?
(05/19/13)
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I've gotten a dozen calls lately from GoGreen that come from an 805 number. How do I get off this call list?
(05/17/13)
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Does anyone have suggestions for restaurants with a private area that could host approx. 30 people for a
monthly lunch?
(05/14/13)
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Housing Experiment Makes Debut: will see if increased density will actually mean affordability.
(05/18/13)
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The Santa Barbara Eastside, plagued by homeless and criminal activity in recent years, is in line for a national honor for a sweeping cleanup and public safety
effort.
(05/18/13)
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Has anyone been to Lotusland before?
(05/16/13)
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Does anybody know why the Alpha Thrift stores in Goleta are closed today?
(05/17/13)
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A man knocked on my door today saying he needed to up his communications skills. I've seen
this kind of scam before. Has anyone else been getting this?
(05/14/13)
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415 Fight: three subjects on lower Bath Street, possibly around the 300 block near 101.
(05/14/13)
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I heard there is a plan to close the Wilcox Property to public use for a period of
at least 6 months. Can anyone provide more info about this?
(05/14/13)
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I have always been curious about this big cement box structure on the beach a bit
south/east of Stearns Wharf. Does anybody know what is inside it? [pic]
(05/16/13)
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The City of Santa Barbara expects its retirement costs to increase 33.7 percent by 2020 due to the massive
investment losses.
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The summer festivals are gearing up in Santa Barbara. Which one is your favorite?
(05/17/13)
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On Sunday night there was an orangish light in the sky above Lompoc. Did anyone else see it?
(05/14/13)
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I was making salad and my daughter told me to place the lettuce core in water and
it will regrow. I did and eight days later I had micro greens. [pic]
(05/16/13)
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Possible suicide attempt 1 mile south of Arroyo Burro Beach. Full fire is in response to the possible cliff jumper.
(05/14/13)
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A subscriber shares a website showcasing the 2010 salaries of Santa Barbara County Employees.
(05/16/13)
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Do the Amgen support vehicles really need to drive 60 mph on Cliff Drive?
(05/18/13)
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Details revealed in fatal hit-and-run case: Simon Chavez's toxicology report and narrative of events
released.
(05/15/13)
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What's up with that house in Summerland next to the railroad tracks on the ocean side and covered in
graffiti?
(05/17/13)
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Is there someplace in SB that has 3D printers on display where I can check it out?
(05/17/13)
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In April 2013 officers from the Santa Barbara Police Department made 39 arrests
for driving under the influence violations.
(05/14/13)
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The entire staff of the San Roque branch of Union Bank, formerly Santa Barbara Bank and Trust, has been replaced.
(05/17/13)
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Max Rosenberg witnessed the somber event of a soldier coming home in Santa Ana. [pics]
(05/18/13)
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Aquaholic drove up the pass to watch the Amgen Tour riders. [pics]
(05/17/13)
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A subscriber shares a view of the Refugio Road Fire from his house.
[pics]
(05/16/13)
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I just heard there was a burglary/break-in at a house on Willowglen (in San Roque) around 2:30 pm. Is
there any more information, Roger?
(05/18/13)
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Where is the best eggplant parmigiana sandwich in SB?
(05/19/13)
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Thieves busted out the rear window of my car over the weekend while I was out of town. Where's the best
place in town to get it replaced?
(05/20/13)
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Possible stabbing: A man yelling he's been stabbed. SBPD responding Code 3, fire and medics staged on the 900 block East Gutierrez.
(05/14/13)
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Just about a week ago a pot of beans nearly caused a major disaster. Thankfully the "killer" beans were rendered impotent by firefighters.[pics]
(05/20/13)
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This afternoon Dan Seibert heard a strange sounding plane buzzing around after the
bike race. [pics]
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I found this insect in my garage. Can someone identify it?
(05/17/13)
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We've received several calls from a 702 number. Has anyone else gotten these?
(05/19/13)
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I live on the Mesa and have been noticing an enormous amount of ants
around in my back yard and inside my home on a daily basis.
(05/20/13)
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Defiant Passenger Delays Flight: A man escorted off plane after confrontation with attendant
(05/15/13)
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Max Rosenberg shares an image of a ship carving in the Channel. [pic]
(05/15/13)
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An Edhat subscriber witnessed 2 exciting seconds of bike riding on Cliff Drive. [pics]
(05/17/13)
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Denise Dewire stopped along Casitas Pass to watch the Amgen Tour of California. [pics]
(05/17/13)
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415 Fight in the 800 block of State Street. A man is down with a head injury near Bank of America. SBPD is responding.
(05/14/13)
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Dog owners and their dogs are encouraged to come to Santa Barbara County Animal Services' Project
PetSafe Licensing Clinic for Dogs on Saturday, May 18th in Buellton.
(05/15/13)
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Did anyone hear of a jewelry store robbery on Hollister?
(05/18/13)
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A subscriber discusses the positive steps that are being taken in Santa Barbara to combat addiction.
(05/19/13)
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Anacapa school to connect via amateur radio with NASA Astronaut Chris Cassidy in orbit.
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A subscriber ran into these trailblazers the other day. [pic]
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A subscriber noticed a few artistic utility boxes. [pics]
(05/18/13)
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This dove had been in our yard for the past few days and it can't fly. Any thoughts?
Anyone know what it is?
(05/20/13)
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Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office Detectives are searching for a suspect who stabbed a 44-year-old
hotel resident in Carpinteria around 10:15 p.m. last night, May 16th.
(05/18/13)
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It's not too often we see a De Havilland Beaver at the airport. [pics]
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Does anyone know the name of this vine that produces this beautiful bloom?
(05/19/13)
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Whiskey Richards Dance Permit Suspended
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Stabbing at Motel 6 near 4200 Via Real. SBSO is on the scene and heading to the room. Fire and medics are staged.
(05/17/13)
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Are there any crime maps for Santa Barbara?
(05/19/13)
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Roger has the scanner reports. Suspicious male wearing red shorts and a white shirt at Victoria and Olive. They did not say what was suspicious. Maybe it was the shorts.
(05/16/13)
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The Santa Barbara Police Department's Combined Communications Center received
calls of a gunshot heard and man with a rifle.
(05/16/13)
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Charles Brewster saw this oldie parked up at SBCC last Friday, very nice looking
set of wheels. [pics]
(05/14/13)
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Does anyone know what outdoor event took place at the Red Lion last night?
(05/15/13)
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My friend's home was burglarized today at 2 pm, on West Junipero. Be vigilant and keep your eyes open -- look out for your neighbors!
(05/17/13)
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The Dedicated Staff was invited to an open house at the new Panera Bread on State Street.
(05/19/13)
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I am looking to replace my interior slab doors and front door (not pre-hung replacement).
(05/15/13)
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I am looking for a recommendation for renting a bounce house. Does anyone know of
a quality company that rents them out?
(05/14/13)
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The Goleta Slough is an area where fresh water and ocean water meet, but a sand berm is blocking the natural flow.
(05/17/13)
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A subscriber sends in a photo of an interesting cloud swell. [pic]
(05/14/13)
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Too all the late risers and sleep inner's may I present this morning's glorious sunrise. [pic]
(05/15/13)
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Two Gang Members Plead Guilty to Eastside Attacks: Michael Cardenas and Augustine Cruz Are Both On
the Proposed Gang Injunction List
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A woman was mugged near the UCSB campus Thursday. It happened at 11 a.m. on the 6700 block of El
Colegio Road.
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The Urban Hikers attended a special Fire Department training exercise. [pics]
(05/15/13)
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For today's bird watching exercise Charles Brewster would like you to name these
birds. [pics]
(05/20/13)
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Day 23 of the baby hummingbirds and they are almost fully grown. I predict they
will be leaving the nest mid-week. [pics]
(05/20/13)
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Injury Traffic Accident on Hwy 101 southbound near the Hot Springs off ramp. Engines one and two are responding.
(05/17/13)
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Bike Race: riders coming through in 10 minutes or less, per SBPD.
(05/16/13)
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The Wings of Freedom Tour is visiting Santa Barbara. [pics]
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Stabbing reported on the 5800 block of Mandarin in Goleta. SBSO responding code 3.
(05/14/13)
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There is brown tap water in Noleta. Does anyone else have this problem today?
(05/17/13)
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Thousands have applied to die on Mars. Are you ready to leave and live out past the stars?
(05/19/13)
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A reader reports an accident that occurred on Foothill Road today. [pics]
(05/17/13)
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A Nipomo man suffered a medical emergency on US-101 in Santa Barbara earlier Tuesday morning.
(05/15/13)
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The City of Santa Barbara will be temporarily closing four parking lots as it embarks on a $2.3 million
project to reduce storm runoff and water pollution
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Vegetation Fire near Highway 246 at Carriage in a vineyard, Full Fire Response.
(05/16/13)
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Failure to yield on a subject who is wanted for felony DUI injuries and unlicensed driving.
(05/18/13)
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A UCSB scientist has found that methane emissions across large parts of the U.S.
are higher than currently known.
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The Amgen Tour of California provides more information about road closures on May 15th and 16th in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo. [pics]
(05/14/13)
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This is an artist painted utility box in San Luis Obispo with a Message in the
Bottle that reads: Please Keep Our Streams Clean. [pics]
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Jo Duffy took a short flight to San Luis Obispo for lunch today. It was a
beautiful day to see our world from above. [pics]
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Santa Barbara District Attorney announced that Assembly Bill 65 was approved by the Senate Public Safety
Committee with a unanimous vote.
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Steelhead concerns wrap the Airport, Cities, County, State, and Feds in a coastal
conundrum.
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Can anyone recommend a good real estate appraiser?
(05/19/13)
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Does anyone know of a local business that will cut about a half dozen 6" x 6" ceramic tiles?
(05/14/13)
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The foothills of Montecito never looked better yesterday afternoon. [pics]
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URBAN HIKE: The Urban Hikers spied an historic water tower right in the heart of Montecito. Even though she's seen
better days they think she's pretty darn beautiful.
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I heard 2 loud explosions near the Rhoads area off of Turnpike on Saturday.
(05/20/13)
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It's now day 17 since the hummingbird babies were born. [vid]
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SBSO is looking for a suicidal man near the tracks at Lookout Par, a train is going through.
(05/17/13)
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The Sheriff's Gang Enforcement Unit worked with other agencies to conduct a gang sweep in the Santa
Maria Valley.
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A smattering of photos from Lake Los Carneros...[pics]
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My husband and daughter left for the Run for the Wall. In Kansas now dodging
tornadoes. [pic]
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A Los Angeles-area drug dealer will spend a year in Santa Barbara County Jail after he pleaded guilty to
transportation of controlled substances and conspiracy to commit a crime.
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Gas Pipe Break 2800 Block of State street Full Fire Response..
(05/16/13)
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Motorcyclist Down on Hwy 101 northbound in the center divider near Santa Monica Exit in Carpinteria.
(05/15/13)
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CAT OF THE WEEK: Meet Pam, the teddy bear look-a-like in search of a home.
(05/19/13)
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Traffic Accident: vehicle vs pedestrian at Los Carneros and Castillion in Goleta. Fire, medics, and SBSO are responding.
(05/18/13)
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Traffic Accident: 101 southbound near San Ysidro exit. A minivan vs public transit bus, unknown if there are injuries.
(05/19/13)
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My cable seems to be out this morning in the lower Riviera area. Is this the same for others?
(05/19/13)
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