Public News

In honor of Parks & Recreation Month, Goleta encourages residents to explore the many wonderful outdoor Parks and Recreation opportunities available in Goleta from hiking and biking to picnics and planting gardens.

A Santa Barbara man was arrested for vehicle theft, burglary to a vacant home, and outstanding warrants.

A Santa Barbara woman was arrested Friday for DUI, hit and run, assault with a deadly weapon, and assaulting police officers.

Santa Barbara Police Chief Lori Luhnow released a public statement asking for community support of officers.

Two residential burglary suspects in Santa Maria were sentenced to two years in state prison.

Sheriff's Deputies will be on patrol throughout the holiday weekend looking for drivers suspect of driving impaired.

Santa Barbara MTD has launched a community survey, seeking feedback from community members--current, former, and (hopefully) future bus riders.

The US Coast Guard is urging mariners to exercise vigilance during the holiday weekend.

The Santa Barbara County Grand Jury recommends the Board of Supervisors amends the current cannabis ordinances.

The Santa Barbara Humane Society and Santa Maria Valley Humane Society offer tips to keep your pets safe on the Fourth of July.

The Santa Barbara County Grand Jury suggests all local law enforcement agencies form a consortium to address the increasing number of juveniles joining gangs. 

The City of Santa Barbara collected 80% below its usual transient occupancy taxes for May this year.

Hearing and speech-impaired members of the community, or those in a situation where it is too dangerous to dial 9-1-1, are now able to text 9-1-1 for help in an emergency.

The Santa Barbara County Grand Jury investigated the circumstances and facts surrounding the four deaths of inmates in the county jail that occurred in 2019.

The Goleta Chamber of Commerce formally announces the cancellation of the 2020 Goleta Fireworks Festival. 

Following public comment, a revised draft of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan is now available online.

The Grand Jury determined the need for affordable housing within Santa Barbara has increased, and the city has not maintained its commitment to provide it.

The Santa Maria Police Department arrested a felon for possession of a stolen AR 15 rifle, ammunition and methamphetamine.

The Santa Barbara City Fire Department is reminding residents that all types of fireworks are illegal, including those labeled "safe and sane."

Santa Barbara's Public Works Department is altering its construction plans due to the new downtown pedestrian promenade.

[Update]: The Santa Maria Police Department provides an update on the officer-involved shooting that took place at Boomers Miniature Golf Arcade on Sunday.

Two Carpinteria men were arrested on Wednesday for allegedly burglarizing numerous businesses, schools, and community centers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Senators Feinstein and Harris and Rep. Carbajal called on the Commerce Department to grant a five-year extension of the proposal to create the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary.

The Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara is planning for 30 new affordable housing units on Cota Street for those experiencing homelessness.

The Grand Jury has found the local homeless crisis is due in part to a dearth of both affordable and permanent supportive housing, full shelters, and lack of day centers.

The Coast Guard recognized a member of the maritime community at Coast Guard Station Channel Islands in Oxnard, Tuesday.

The Santa Maria Police has arrested five subjects for possession of narcotics for sale and firearms violations.

A 25-year-old Los Angeles man was arrested for unlawful sexual activity in connection with the Buellton yearbook salesman which culminated in several juvenile victims.

The Santa Barbara County Fire Department would like to welcome its newest member, Rhonda, who is the Department’s first Emotional Support Canine

Sheriff's Deputies arrested six suspects following an altercation in a Goleta parking lot where the suspects pointed a firearm at two victims.