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Coast Guard Assists Boater in Distress
The U.S. Coast Guard assisted a boater in distress in international waters, 173 miles west of Ventura.
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Santa Barbara County Sheriff Mourns Loss of Deputy
The Santa Barbara County Sheriff is mourning the loss of one of its Deputies, Trevor Carpenter.
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Heat Advisory for Santa Barbara County
The Nation Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Santa Barbara and its surrounding counties through June 20.
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County’s Reentry Steering Committee Seeks to Expand Membership and Community Participation
The Reentry Steering Committee is seeking to help criminal justice-involved individuals experience a more successful transition from incarceration to community living.
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Jackson Praises Budget Investing in Strong Californian Future
Senator Jackson supports the 2017-18 state budget that was passed by the California Legislature.
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Summer Air Quality Concerns
The SB County Public Health Department reminds residents that the summer brings air quality concerns including the potential for wildfires and the formation of smog.
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Hwy 101: Linden and Casitas Pass Project Update
There will be alternating Highway 101 northbound and southbound lane closures Sunday through Thursday nights.
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Castillo Underpass Work to Require Detour of MTD Buses
MTD detours and stop closures due to Caltrans’ planned work on the Castillo underpass are enclosed along with a map of recommended stops.
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Hollister Class I Bike Path Updates
Updates on the Hollister Class I Bike Path project area (Hollister Avenue from Pacific Oaks to Ellwood School) including a demolished median and a new irrigation system.
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Board of Supervisors Adopt Balanced Budget
Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors adopted a balanced budget of $1.081 billion for the fiscal year, closing the $28.5 million Service Level Gap.
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Buellton Man Charged with 3 Felonies After Attempted Arson
The Buellton man who barricaded himself inside his home on Monday has been charged with three felonies.
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Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies Expands to Bay Area
Three National Marine Sanctuaries and the Bay Area Air Quality Management District join the Santa Barbara Channel Region Program.
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Grand Jury Reviews Youth Safety in Santa Maria
The Santa Barbara County Grand Jury reviews youth safety in Santa Maria.
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Downtown Sprint Retail Store Burglar Arrested
Santa Barbara Police arrested Juan Antonio Barajas robbing the Sprint retail store in downtown Santa Barbara last month.
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Man Arrested for Possession of Stolen Property, Violates Probation
A Santa Maria man was arrested on June 13 for possession of drugs, a drone, and items used to forge checks and identification cards.
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Santa Barbara County Announces Appointment of Public Health Director
The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors has approved the appointment of Van Do-Reynoso, Ph.D., as the new Public Health Director.
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STAYING COOL THIS SUMMER
The temperature is rising and the Public Health Department offers 10 tips to stay cool this summer.
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New Principal for Adams Elementary School Announced
Santa Barbra Unified School District announced the new Principal of Adams Elementary School as Kelly Fresch, formerly of Guin Foss Elementary School in Tustin.
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Managing Regional Water Supplies
The Santa Barbara County Grand Jury investigated the serious problem of drought and water management within the county.
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Public Meeting on the Future of Cannabis Operations
A second public meeting will be held on June 30 to determine the future of cannabis operations in Santa Barbara County.
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Barricaded Buellton Man Arrested After 7-Hour Standoff
A Buellton man was arrested after a seven-hour standoff with Sheriff's Deputies after barricading himself inside his home and threatening to burn it down.
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Local Politicians Praise Decision to Study Cleaner Alternatives To Puente Power Project
Sen. Jackson and Assemblymember Limón praise the decision to study cleaner alternatives to the proposed Puente Power Project in Oxnard.
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Goleta Beach Bridge Update
Last week at the Goleta Beach Project, contractor MCM Construction completed the 10-inch fire hydrant water line tie-in.
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SMPD Investigates a Possible Gang-Related Stabbing
The Santa Maria Police Department are investigating a possible gang-related stabbing.
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Alcoholic Beverage Control Shoulder Tap Operation in Santa Maria
Santa Maria Police Department conducted a "Shoulder Tap" operation throughout the City of Santa Maria, which led to 1 arrest for purchasing of alcohol for a minor.
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Eight Trainees Graduate from Allan Hancock
Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office announces the graduation of eight Santa Barbara County Sheriff Trainees from Allan Hancock College Law Enforcement Academy.
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Checkpoint in Goleta on Friday
There will be a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint this Friday in Goleta between the hours of 7:00 pm and 3:30 am.
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Temporary Pedestrian Bridge Removed on Cabrillo Blvd.
The temporary pedestrian bridge has been removed on Cabrillo Blvd.
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DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint Planned this Weekend
The Santa Barbara Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Friday, June 9, 2017.
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Fire Safe Structure Tips
The Santa Barbara County Fire Department offers three main tips to keep your home fire safe.