city of santa barbara

A suspect is in custody for the Friday morning incident in the La Cumbre Plaza area.

Prosecutors called the crime 'senseless' and 'tragic'.

The 42nd edition of the festival will take place from February 3 to 23, 2027.

The property owners claim the freeze is unconstitutional. The Santa Barbara City Council approved the temporary freeze to help struggling renters.

There are no signs of foul play, but an autopsy is pending.

The motive behind the attack is still unknown.

No arrests reported in connection with the early morning attack.

One person reported they had been pepper-sprayed by ICE agents. ICE left the scene as police tried to de-escalate the confrontation.

The Santa Barbara MTD contract with Teamsters expires at midnight on Thursday.

A street festival is set for Saturday, and a memorial service is planned for Sunday