Busy holiday travel period expected to fill local roadways and airports
The busy holiday travel period is now underway and is expected to have a big impact on Central Coast roadways and at local airports over the next…
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Two cases of H5N1 bird flu confirmed in domestic cats in Santa Barbara County
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – On Monday, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department confirmed two cases of H5N1 bird flu in two…
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Fire crews put out truck fire that slows traffic in San Luis Obispo Sunday
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – CAL Fire SLO crews helped put out a car fire that slowed down traffic on Highway 101 near Vista Del Ciudad in San Luis…
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National Weather Service advises campers to avoid Oceano Dunes due to large waves
OCEANO, Calif. – Campers are advised to avoid the Oceano Dunes due to large amounts of waves set to hit the area, according to the National Weather…
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Government funding shortages could slow down airport travelers over the holidays
Travelers are not impacted at the Santa Barbara airport by any government issues with funding going on in Washington this week. There could be an…
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Three men rescued off Gaviota Coast after their aluminum boat capsized
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, Calif. – Three men were rescued after the aluminum boat they were in off the Gaviota Coast capsized. According to the Santa…
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Police join social drinkers at bars to talk about impairment and DUI awareness
Santa Barbara Police will be going to bars Thursday to educate people on the impacts of drinks. It is an educational campaign called “Know Your…
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Final steps completed to turn Oceano fire services over to Five Cities Fire Authority
OCEANO, Calif. – On Thursday, the Local Agency Formation Commission approved the divestiture of fire services from the Oceano Community Services…
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Holiday criminals may be finding their way to your cars, purses and porches using new and old tricks
Holiday thieves have been active on the Central Coast. Police have warnings about where you might be vulnerable both at malls and at home. …
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Central Coast law enforcement agencies celebrate local healthcare workers during annual ‘Operation Holiday Cheer’ event
Central Coast healthcare workers are being honored by local law enforcement agencies on Wednesday during the annual “Operation Holiday Cheer”…
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Train crossing confusion in Santa Barbara may be linked to criminal activity
A broken train crossing arm system recently may be linked to a crime. The delays for a repair technician took…
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New video created to promote safe and secure shopping environment at Santa Maria Town Center mall
A new public service announcement video has been created by multiple partners to help assure there is a safe and secure environment for visitors to…
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The new HOV lane takes some pressure off Hwy 101 through Carpinteria
Highway 101 in Carpinteria now has a new additional lane. It is part of a large freeway widening project going to and from Santa…
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Capsized squid boat north of Ventura Harbor awaiting barge-based recovery
VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. – All four crew members of the Net Effect were rescued from their capsized vessel on Friday, but the mission to lift the…
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SB Office of Emergency Management considering public safety power shutoff Tuesday
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – SoCal Edison is considering a public safety power shutoff Tuesday as early as 6:00 a.m. near the waterfront in Santa…
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Voter-approved changes to theft and drug sentencing to take effect December 18
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – On Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024, changes approved by Proposition 36 during the last election cycle go into effect and will…
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Women learn self defense from world champ in Ventura
VENTURA, Calif.-Women learned self defense from a world champion. The self defense seminar with Graciella Casillas was hosted by the Neauroboxing…
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Santa County Probation Department launches wellness checks programs
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The County of Santa Barbara Probation Department recently launched countywide wellness checks for individuals and their…
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Santa Maria warns residents of fraudsters claiming local water is unsafe to sell treatment units
SANTA MARIA, Calif. – The City of Santa Maria issued an alert, in both English and Spanish, for local residents warning them about a new scam…
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Lewis Flamson Junior High placed on lockdown; Triggering incident deemed false alarm by Police
PASO ROBLES, Calif. – Lewis Flamson Junior High was placed on lockdown on Thursday after a student told staff they heard of a person near campus…
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