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Sheriff’s Investigation Thwarts School Threat, Explosive Devices Recovered
Wednesday 08/26/2026
Orcutt, Calif. – The Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office Behavioral Sciences Unit (BSU) Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT), working with Sheriff’s detectives, have thwarted a potential school threat and recovered two explosive devices during a multi-day investigation involving a juvenile in the Orcutt area. The investigation began on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, when deputies received a report…
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Deputies Investigate Social Media Threat Directed at Orcutt Academy High School
Saturday 08/22/2026
Orcutt, Calif. – Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputies have identified the source of a social media post threatening a shooting at Orcutt Academy High School and determined that the juvenile responsible did not have the means to carry out the threat. On Friday, August 21, 2026, at approximately 5:20 p.m., administrators at Orcutt Academy High…
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It’s Back to School Week - Traffic Unit Encourages Drivers to Slow Down in School Zones
Thursday 08/20/2026
The Goleta Police Department reminds all drivers to make safety a top priority during August’s Back to School Safety Month by slowing down, following the speed limit and being extra careful driving through school zones. "This time of year brings increased activity around schools and it’s crucial to be mindful behind the wheel,” Sergeant Noel…
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Monday 08/17/2026
Santa Barbara, Calif. – The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s and Fire along with Santa Barbara City Police and Fire agencies invite the community to join them in commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with a remembrance ceremony on Friday, September 11, 2026. The ceremony will begin at 9:00 a.m. at…
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Goleta Holding DUI Checkpoint August 21, 2026
Monday 08/17/2026
The Goleta Police Department, along with the California Highway Patrol, will hold a DUI checkpoint on Friday August 21, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the City of Goleta. Checkpoint locations are chosen based on a history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not…
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Evacuation Warning has been CANCELLED for Hwy 166 area. Stay vigilant of changing conditions.
Advertencia de Evacuacion ha sido CANCELADA para Hwy 166 area. Permanezca atento a las condiciones cambiante.
ADVERTENCIA DE EVACUACION emitida para Al norte de la autopista 166, en Spanish Ranch y Cottonwood Canyon Road debido a un incendio, hasta nuevo aviso. Este preparado para irse. Mapa: http://ReadySBC.org
Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputies have identified the source of a social media post threatening a shooting at Orcutt Academy High School and determined that the juvenile responsible did not have the means to carry out the threat. Read more here:
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National Night Out was a great reminder of what makes Santa Barbara County special—strong partnerships, great conversations, and communities that come together. 🚔🌙
From bubbles and smiles in Santa Barbara to “magic hands” in Lompoc, we loved spending the evening connecting with residents, answering questions, and meeting so many families. 🫧 🪄✋🏼
Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, said hello, and helped make National Night Out another memorable evening. We appreciate the opportunity to build relationships that make our communities stronger and safer every day.
Congratulations to Sergeant Kemp on graduating from the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute (SLI)!
Over the course of this intensive program, Sgt. Kemp strengthened the leadership skills, decision-making, and professional development that help build stronger teams and better serve our community. We are proud to see our leaders continue investing in their growth and bringing that knowledge back to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office.
Please join us in congratulating Sgt. Kemp on this well-earned achievement! 👏🎓💚💛
☕ Coffee, conversation, and community ☕
Join us this Saturday, July 11 from 9–11 a.m. at Gina’s Piece of Cake in Orcutt for Coffee with the Crew!
Stop by, grab a cup of coffee, and spend the morning with your Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office deputies and County Fire firefighters. No speeches, no agenda — just a chance to ask questions, share what’s on your mind, or simply say hello.
We hope to see you there! ☕🚒⭐️
When life gives you lemons… call for backup. 🍋🚓
Our deputies made a sweet stop at a neighborhood lemonade stand while out on patrol. Summer is in full swing, and we love seeing kids out creating memories, meeting neighbors, and sharing a little kindness one cup at a time.
📞 What really happens after you call the Sheriff’s Office ?
In this edition of Sheriff’s Mini Roundup, From Ring to Response, we take you behind the scenes to show how a call for service is created, prioritized, and dispatched to deputies. It’s a quick look at the people and technology working together to get help where it’s needed.
Watch now and see what happens between the ring of the phone and the arrival of a deputy.
⚽️ The Code 3 Cup is underway at the Santa Maria YMCA!
Come cheer on your local law enforcement—we’ll be here until 3 p.m. enjoying some friendly competition for a great cause.
SBSO has two teams and both are off to a great start!!🏆
Stop by, say hi, and catch the action!
🎓 Congratulations to our newest Custody Deputies!
Please join us in welcoming seven graduates of the Allan Hancock College CORE Academy to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office family. These recruits have put in the hard work, dedication, and long hours to reach this milestone, and we’re excited to see them begin their careers serving our community.
One of the best parts of the day was seeing so many members of the SBSO family come out to celebrate, cheer them on, and officially welcome them to the team. That support speaks volumes about the culture of this organization.
Congratulations, graduates—we’re proud to have you with us. 💚🖤👏
✂️ Ribbon cut. Partnership launched.
The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office was proud to celebrate the grand opening of our new Montecito Office at Rosewood Miramar Beach. This innovative public-private partnership creates a closer operational presence in the community, helping improve responsiveness while strengthening relationships with residents, businesses, and visitors.
Thank you to our community partners and everyone who joined us for the ribbon cutting. We look forward to serving Montecito from this new location for years to come.
