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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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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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I found this strange sign on the corner of Anacapa and Yanonali. What is it?
(05/13/13)
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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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Defiant Passenger Delays Flight: A man escorted off plane after confrontation with attendant
(05/15/13)
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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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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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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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Why did the City of Santa Barbara design an
airport with a restaurant that is off limits to everyone but ticketed
passengers?
(05/13/13)
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A subscriber reports that "Desperate Housewives" will be shooting at Miramar this Tuesday 3-8pm.
(05/13/13)
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Four people have been arrested for felony drug charges taking place near Franklin Elementary School.
[mug]
(05/12/13)
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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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A subscriber shares a view of the Refugio Road Fire from his house.
[pics]
(05/16/13)
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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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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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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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The lovely Dal Pozzo building is now repeatedly covered in graffiti. Are the police really "cracking down?"
(05/14/13)
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A huge thank you to the people who stopped when I crashed on my
scooter last night.
(05/13/13)
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This afternoon Dan Seibert heard a strange sounding plane buzzing around after the
bike race. [pics]
(05/16/13)
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It's not too often we see a De Havilland Beaver at the airport. [pics]
(05/15/13)
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The Garden Street dog is celebrating Mother's Day by looking after her puppies.[pic]
(05/12/13)
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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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I found this insect in my garage. Can someone identify it?
(05/17/13)
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Max Rosenberg shares an image of a ship carving in the Channel. [pic]
(05/15/13)
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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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Can somebody please identify this type of starfish?
(05/13/13)
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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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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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A reader stopped by the Miniature Horse maternity ward this afternoon. [pics]
(05/13/13)
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Max Rosenberg stumbled upon a funny sign in LA. [pic]
(05/15/13)
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GARDEN OF ED: Billy Goodnick comments on Marshall's landscape upgrade from repulsive to merely bleak.
(05/12/13)
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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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The foothills of Montecito never looked better yesterday afternoon. [pics]
(05/14/13)
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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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Controversial proposed gang injunction challenged: Hundreds of people packed city council meeting to
speak out.
(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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Just another picture from paradise. [pic]
(05/14/13)
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What's it like living on Ortega Ridge Road?
(05/12/13)
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A reader reports an accident that occurred on Foothill Road today. [pics]
(05/17/13)
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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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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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Denise Dewire stopped along Casitas Pass to watch the Amgen Tour of California. [pics]
(05/17/13)
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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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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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Do the Amgen support vehicles really need to drive 60 mph on Cliff Drive?
(05/18/13)
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A subscriber sends in a photo of an interesting cloud swell. [pic]
(05/14/13)
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Are there stores you wish to shop at that refuse to sell your size? Do you think this practice is fair or is it
one that you despise?
(05/12/13)
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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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Does anyone have suggestions for restaurants with a private area that could host approx. 30 people for a
monthly lunch?
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Whiskey Richards Dance Permit Suspended
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Passing the El Encanto today I saw a cool shadow effect cast by the midday sun.
[pic]
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Has anyone been to Lotusland before?
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A reader tells of a dog rescue at Douglas Preserve Saturday by a good Samaritan (with excellent climbing skills!)
(05/13/13)
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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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A Casmalia resident was arrested on drug related charges following an unrelated probation search. [mug]
(05/15/13)
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Santa Barbara County Fire Department reported that two bicyclists were injured after being struck by a
vehicle on Harris Grade. [pic]
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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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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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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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Max Rosenberg witnessed the somber event of a soldier coming home in Santa Ana. [pics]
(05/18/13)
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In April 2013 officers from the Santa Barbara Police Department made 39 arrests
for driving under the influence violations.
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Bike Race: riders coming through in 10 minutes or less, per SBPD.
(05/16/13)
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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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Marborg provided many residents with new rolling trash containers. Will they pick up the old ones as trash or as recyclables?
(05/13/13)
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A subscriber ran into these trailblazers the other day. [pic]
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The Wings of Freedom Tour is visiting Santa Barbara. [pics]
(05/15/13)
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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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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!
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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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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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Newsroom employees at the Santa Barbara News-Press have voted to cut ties with the Teamsters.
(05/18/13)
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A Nipomo man suffered a medical emergency on US-101 in Santa Barbara earlier Tuesday morning.
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Some streets will be closed starting Wednesday as the Amgen Tour of California cycles through Santa Barbara.
(05/13/13)
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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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23152: A driver crashes into the hillside on West Camino Cielo and Highway 154.
(05/12/13)
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Aquaholic drove up the pass to watch the Amgen Tour riders. [pics]
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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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Last night Dan Seibert took a few photos of the moon with his point and shoot
mounted on top of a tripod. [pics]
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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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Lauren: Will Nardonne's La Famiglia Pizzeria intrigue Lauren's somewhat refined palate?
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415 Fight: three subjects on lower Bath Street, possibly around the 300 block near 101.
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The Urban Hikers attended a special Fire Department training exercise. [pics]
(05/15/13)
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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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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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Stabbing reported on the 5800 block of Mandarin in Goleta. SBSO responding code 3.
(05/14/13)
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Dan Seibert watches the cyclists and the CHP from the bluffs at City College. [pics]
(05/17/13)
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Vegetation Fire near Highway 246 at Carriage in a vineyard, Full Fire Response.
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I left two bags of food out for the mailman Saturday with the stamp out hunger postcard and they weren't picked up. Can I drop them off somewhere?
(05/13/13)
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A subscriber noticed a few artistic utility boxes. [pics]
(05/18/13)
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Roger has the scanner reports. Report of someone carrying around a snake near Anacapa and Cabrillo.
(05/14/13)
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A reader in the San Ynez Valley snapped a photo of the AMGEN Tour zipping by. [pic]
(05/17/13)
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Unknown activity, possibly medical related, at the County Jail on 4436 Calle Real. Engine 13 on standby.
(05/12/13)
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A smattering of photos from Lake Los Carneros...[pics]
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A subscriber reports a conversation with the Coast Guard saying they were looking for another panga boat.
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2 men attempted to lure a teenage female into their vehicle. Police have vehicle pulled over at SilverLeaf and Foster.
(05/18/13)
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The hummingbird babies are now two weeks old. [pics]
(05/12/13)
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A subscriber wishes to share wildflower photos that showcase some of Santa
Barbara's blooms. [pics]
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Maria "Lola" Gil (March 21, 1959 - May 9, 2013)
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Did anyone hear of a jewelry store robbery on Hollister?
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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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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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Housing Experiment Makes Debut: will see if increased density will actually mean affordability.
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Attempted 245: with a red van with Washington plates in the 400 Block of East Cota.
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Denise Dewire had the pleasure of visiting hummingbirds in Ojai. [pics]
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Rolling 415: Domestic female in red Ford Explorer being follow by male, last seen East on Haley from Soledad.
(05/13/13)
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Roger has the scanner reports. I want to thank Joan and her daughter for dropping off a working monitor for me to use.
(05/18/13)
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The Los Caped Barbarinos celebrated Cinco Day Mayo with a festive scooter ride.
(05/12/13)
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It's now day 17 since the hummingbird babies were born. [vid]
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SBPD on a foot pursuit in the downtown area. I think the suspects are detained but not positive.
(05/17/13)
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The Amgen Bicycle Race comes to Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.
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