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Third Release of Rainbow Trout at Cachuma Lake
Two 4,000-pound deliveries arrived earlier this fall with the third making a splash on December 15, just in time for safe outdoor recreation over the holiday season.
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Rep. Carbajal and Colleagues Demand Withdrawal of New Oil and Gas Leases
Rep. Salud Carbajal and colleagues demand the Trump administration withdrawals any new oil and gas leases off the Central Coast.
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Seasonal Rain Advisory Issued by Environmental Health Services
With the current rainfall in the forecast, the Santa Barbara County Environmental Health Services Division reminds residents about health issues associated with storm water runoff.
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Rain Driving Tips
In anticipation of the approaching inclement weather, the Santa Barbara County Fire Department offers tips to help keep you and your passengers safe while driving on wet roads.
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Santa Maria Police Investigate Saturday Shooting
Santa Maria Police are investigating a shooting that took place on Saturday evening.
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At-Risk Missing Adult
Santa Barbara Police are searching for an at-risk missing adult.
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Law Enforcement Reminds Residents to Be Safe and Sober While Driving
This holiday season, the Goleta Police Department wants to remind the public about the importance of being safe and sober when you are driving.
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Santa Maria Police Seize Guns During Search Warrant
The Santa Maria Police Department seized four handguns and narcotics during a search warrant.
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Santa Maria Police Makes Arrest In Homicide Investigation
On Tuesday, the Santa Maria Police Department Detective Bureau and Special Enforcement Team made an arrest in the murder of 20-year-old Kevin Nunez-Escamilla.
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Public Assistance Needed to Identify Attempted Kidnapping Suspect
Santa Maria Police are seeking the public's assistance to identify an attempted kidnapping suspect.
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Isla Vista Property Owner Settles Consumer Protection Case
District Attorney Joyce E. Dudley announced a civil settlement was reached with an Isla Vista property owner and management company to resolve consumer protection claims.
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Santa Barbara City Prosecutor Files Criminal Charges on Paterna Rd Tree Removals
The City of Santa Barbara has filed a misdemeanor complaint against a homeowner for removing trees without a permit.
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MTD Bus Capacity to Decrease Temporarily
Beginning Wednesday, December 23, Santa Barbara MTD will decrease the number of passengers allowed on board all MTD buses.
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Better Together Fund Grant Program Reopens for Small Businesses
The Santa Barbara Foundation has reopened the "Better Together Fund Grant Program" for local small businesses.
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Santa Maria Police Seek Assistance in Homicide Investigation
[Update]: The Santa Maria Police Department is seeking the community's assistance regarding a homicide that took place on Friday afternoon.
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Mesa Laundromat Recognized as 2020 Santa Barbara Water Hero
Mesa Laundromat has been awarded the 2020 Water Hero Award for significantly reducing water usage through upgrades to their washing machines.
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Goleta's End of Year Community Message
The City of Goleta shares an End of Year Community Video Message and swears in Mayor Perotte and Councilmembers Kasdin and Richards.
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Montecito Fire Department Division Chief to Retire
The Montecito Fire Department Division Chief – Operations Alan Widling is retiring on December 30 after 31 years of service.
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Los Padres Forest Supervisor’s Office relocates from Goleta to Solvang
Los Padres National Forest officials announced they’ve recently completed moving the Supervisor’s Office from its longtime location in Goleta to a new leased facility in Solvang.
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Probation Conducts Wellness Checks in "Operation Safe at Home"
The Santa Barbara County Probation Department conducted county-wide wellness checks on active probation clients who lived with children or vulnerable adults.
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All Aboard the Foster Express
Have you ever wanted to adopt but aren’t able to keep the pet forever? The Foster Express has you covered!
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Suspect Arrested for Narcotics and Weapons Violations in Isla Vista
An Isla Vista man was arrested for possession of narcotics and a firearm.
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Seven Arrests at Santa Maria DUI Checkpoint
The Santa Maria Police Department issued seven citations during a DUI Checkpoint on Friday evening into Saturday morning.
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Suspect Arrested in Santa Maria Shooting
Santa Maria Police have arrested a 19-year-old suspect in a shooting that took place on Monday evening.
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Lompoc Warrant Yields Drug and Weapons Arrest
A Lompoc man was arrested on Thursday for possession of various narcotics for sale and firearms.
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Man who Committed Murder During Psychotic Break to be Released
District Attorney announced Nicholas Bendle will be released into the community following intensive mental health treatment after he murdered a North County man in 2009 during a psychotic break.
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Santa Maria Police Investigate Two Shootings
The Santa Maria Police Department is investigating two separate shootings that took place on Monday.
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12 Days of Winter Whiskers at Animal Services
For 12 days of Winter Whiskers in December, adoptable animals are only $12 at Santa Barbara County Animal Services, ASAP Cats, and Bunnies Urgently Needing Shelter.
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Santa Barbara Police Chief Announces Retirement
Santa Barbara Chief of Police Lori Luhnow has announced that she will retire from a 32-year career in law enforcement on February 13, 2021.
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Goleta Seeking Input on Historic Preservation Ordinance
The City of Goleta is asking for the community's input on Goleta’s first-ever Historic and Cultural Resource Preservation Ordinance.