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Possible shots fired. Hispanic adult males running with a weapon, possibly a rifle near Taco Bell. (05/15/13) 3982 47
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) 3402 31
I found this strange sign on the corner of Anacapa and Yanonali. What is it? (05/13/13) 3066 22
The entire staff of the San Roque branch of Union Bank, formerly Santa Barbara Bank and Trust, has been replaced. (05/17/13) 2813 22
Defiant Passenger Delays Flight: A man escorted off plane after confrontation with attendant (05/15/13) 2712 17
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) 2641 33
Details revealed in fatal hit-and-run case: Simon Chavez's toxicology report and narrative of events released. (05/15/13) 2491 28
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) 2473 35
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) 2404 45
A subscriber reports that "Desperate Housewives" will be shooting at Miramar this Tuesday 3-8pm. (05/13/13) 2393 31
Four people have been arrested for felony drug charges taking place near Franklin Elementary School. [mug] (05/12/13) 2390 25
A subscriber shares a website showcasing the 2010 salaries of Santa Barbara County Employees. (05/16/13) 2199 30
A subscriber shares a view of the Refugio Road Fire from his house. [pics] (05/16/13) 2192 21
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) 2183 38
Possible suicide attempt 1 mile south of Arroyo Burro Beach. Full fire is in response to the possible cliff jumper. (05/14/13) 2089 31
What's up with that house in Summerland next to the railroad tracks on the ocean side and covered in graffiti? (05/17/13) 2083 28
The lovely Dal Pozzo building is now repeatedly covered in graffiti. Are the police really "cracking down?" (05/14/13) 2024 51
A huge thank you to the people who stopped when I crashed on my scooter last night. (05/13/13) 1984 21
This afternoon Dan Seibert heard a strange sounding plane buzzing around after the bike race. [pics] (05/16/13) 1955 18
It's not too often we see a De Havilland Beaver at the airport. [pics] (05/15/13) 1892 14
The Garden Street dog is celebrating Mother's Day by looking after her puppies.[pic] (05/12/13) 1856 19
The Santa Barbara Police Department's Combined Communications Center received calls of a gunshot heard and man with a rifle. (05/16/13) 1853 13
I found this insect in my garage. Can someone identify it? (05/17/13) 1774 18
Max Rosenberg shares an image of a ship carving in the Channel. [pic] (05/15/13) 1739 17
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) 1721 19
Can somebody please identify this type of starfish? (05/13/13) 1706 26
Charles Brewster saw this oldie parked up at SBCC last Friday, very nice looking set of wheels. [pics] (05/14/13) 1703 13
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) 1685 67
A reader stopped by the Miniature Horse maternity ward this afternoon. [pics] (05/13/13) 1672 7
Max Rosenberg stumbled upon a funny sign in LA. [pic] (05/15/13) 1662 6
GARDEN OF ED: Billy Goodnick comments on Marshall's landscape upgrade from repulsive to merely bleak. (05/12/13) 1628 25
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) 1614 9
The foothills of Montecito never looked better yesterday afternoon. [pics] (05/14/13) 1612 8
An Edhat subscriber witnessed 2 exciting seconds of bike riding on Cliff Drive. [pics] (05/17/13) 1608 17
Controversial proposed gang injunction challenged: Hundreds of people packed city council meeting to speak out. (05/16/13) 1605 51
Does anybody know why the Alpha Thrift stores in Goleta are closed today? (05/17/13) 1587 39
Just another picture from paradise. [pic] (05/14/13) 1561 3
What's it like living on Ortega Ridge Road? (05/12/13) 1490 26
A reader reports an accident that occurred on Foothill Road today. [pics] (05/17/13) 1482 10
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) 1462 47
Another panga boat was discovered at Arroyo Quemada Beach. The boat was abandoned with evidence of marijuana and smuggling found. [pics] (05/18/13) 1460 36
Denise Dewire stopped along Casitas Pass to watch the Amgen Tour of California. [pics] (05/17/13) 1448 17
Does anyone know what outdoor event took place at the Red Lion last night? (05/15/13) 1443 13
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) 1418 21
Do the Amgen support vehicles really need to drive 60 mph on Cliff Drive? (05/18/13) 1405 27
A subscriber sends in a photo of an interesting cloud swell. [pic] (05/14/13) 1362 12
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) 1354 23
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) 1344 17
Does anyone have suggestions for restaurants with a private area that could host approx. 30 people for a monthly lunch? (05/14/13) 1336 45
Whiskey Richards Dance Permit Suspended (05/17/13) 1308 14
Passing the El Encanto today I saw a cool shadow effect cast by the midday sun. [pic] (05/14/13) 1292 6
Has anyone been to Lotusland before? (05/16/13) 1286 41
A reader tells of a dog rescue at Douglas Preserve Saturday by a good Samaritan (with excellent climbing skills!) (05/13/13) 1285 25
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) 1280 14
A Casmalia resident was arrested on drug related charges following an unrelated probation search. [mug] (05/15/13) 1273 6
Santa Barbara County Fire Department reported that two bicyclists were injured after being struck by a vehicle on Harris Grade. [pic] (05/15/13) 1269 5
SB News Press throws its "free extra" in my dirveway every week. Why isnt that considered littering? (05/18/13) 1266 49
Too all the late risers and sleep inner's may I present this morning's glorious sunrise. [pic] (05/15/13) 1216 12
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] (05/16/13) 1184 9
Max Rosenberg witnessed the somber event of a soldier coming home in Santa Ana. [pics] (05/18/13) 1159 22
In April 2013 officers from the Santa Barbara Police Department made 39 arrests for driving under the influence violations. (05/14/13) 1156 23
Bike Race: riders coming through in 10 minutes or less, per SBPD. (05/16/13) 1140 11
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] (05/14/13) 1125 9
Marborg provided many residents with new rolling trash containers. Will they pick up the old ones as trash or as recyclables? (05/13/13) 1121 19
A subscriber ran into these trailblazers the other day. [pic] (05/17/13) 1099 15
The Wings of Freedom Tour is visiting Santa Barbara. [pics] (05/15/13) 1090 11
Is there someplace in SB that has 3D printers on display where I can check it out? (05/17/13) 1078 27
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) 1077 13
Two Gang Members Plead Guilty to Eastside Attacks: Michael Cardenas and Augustine Cruz Are Both On the Proposed Gang Injunction List (05/15/13) 1070 12
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) 1069 14
Newsroom employees at the Santa Barbara News-Press have voted to cut ties with the Teamsters. (05/18/13) 1066 44
A Nipomo man suffered a medical emergency on US-101 in Santa Barbara earlier Tuesday morning. (05/15/13) 1057 10
Some streets will be closed starting Wednesday as the Amgen Tour of California cycles through Santa Barbara. (05/13/13) 1057 7
The summer festivals are gearing up in Santa Barbara. Which one is your favorite? (05/17/13) 1052 32
23152: A driver crashes into the hillside on West Camino Cielo and Highway 154. (05/12/13) 1047 8
Aquaholic drove up the pass to watch the Amgen Tour riders. [pics] (05/17/13) 1029 22
A woman was mugged near the UCSB campus Thursday. It happened at 11 a.m. on the 6700 block of El Colegio Road. (05/17/13) 1027 12
Last night Dan Seibert took a few photos of the moon with his point and shoot mounted on top of a tripod. [pics] (05/13/13) 1021 8
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 (05/14/13) 1020 10
Lauren: Will Nardonne's La Famiglia Pizzeria intrigue Lauren's somewhat refined palate? (05/12/13) 1004 9
415 Fight: three subjects on lower Bath Street, possibly around the 300 block near 101. (05/14/13) 997 37
The Urban Hikers attended a special Fire Department training exercise. [pics] (05/15/13) 988 12
The City of Santa Barbara expects its retirement costs to increase 33.7 percent by 2020 due to the massive investment losses. (05/16/13) 966 33
On Sunday night there was an orangish light in the sky above Lompoc. Did anyone else see it? (05/14/13) 966 32
Stabbing reported on the 5800 block of Mandarin in Goleta. SBSO responding code 3. (05/14/13) 953 11
Dan Seibert watches the cyclists and the CHP from the bluffs at City College. [pics] (05/17/13) 945 4
Vegetation Fire near Highway 246 at Carriage in a vineyard, Full Fire Response. (05/16/13) 941 10
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) 936 20
A subscriber noticed a few artistic utility boxes. [pics] (05/18/13) 924 14
Roger has the scanner reports. Report of someone carrying around a snake near Anacapa and Cabrillo. (05/14/13) 923 3
A reader in the San Ynez Valley snapped a photo of the AMGEN Tour zipping by. [pic] (05/17/13) 919 2
Unknown activity, possibly medical related, at the County Jail on 4436 Calle Real. Engine 13 on standby. (05/12/13) 896 12
A smattering of photos from Lake Los Carneros...[pics] (05/17/13) 896 7
A subscriber reports a conversation with the Coast Guard saying they were looking for another panga boat. (05/13/13) 875 11
2 men attempted to lure a teenage female into their vehicle. Police have vehicle pulled over at SilverLeaf and Foster. (05/18/13) 872 add
The hummingbird babies are now two weeks old. [pics] (05/12/13) 850 2
A subscriber wishes to share wildflower photos that showcase some of Santa Barbara's blooms. [pics] (05/13/13) 836 8
Maria "Lola" Gil (March 21, 1959 - May 9, 2013) (05/12/13) 830 1
Did anyone hear of a jewelry store robbery on Hollister? (05/18/13) 829 13
Failure to yield on a subject who is wanted for felony DUI injuries and unlicensed driving. (05/18/13) 817 10
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) 815 23
Housing Experiment Makes Debut: will see if increased density will actually mean affordability. (05/18/13) 806 45
Attempted 245: with a red van with Washington plates in the 400 Block of East Cota. (05/13/13) 801 3
Denise Dewire had the pleasure of visiting hummingbirds in Ojai. [pics] (05/14/13) 800 4
Rolling 415: Domestic female in red Ford Explorer being follow by male, last seen East on Haley from Soledad. (05/13/13) 798 6
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) 788 6
The Los Caped Barbarinos celebrated Cinco Day Mayo with a festive scooter ride. (05/12/13) 784 9
It's now day 17 since the hummingbird babies were born. [vid] (05/15/13) 784 8
SBPD on a foot pursuit in the downtown area. I think the suspects are detained but not positive. (05/17/13) 779 5
The Amgen Bicycle Race comes to Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. (05/14/13) 767 5
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