Isla Vista

Student arrested for hiding cameras in I.V. bathroom has charges dismissed, larger investigation still underway

The former student is still under investigation for potential charges in the future as law enforcement continues to review footage from multiple cameras.
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Armed subject inside building on Camino Pescadero

UCPD and SBSO have closed the 760 block of Camino Pescadero until further notice. 
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Santa Barbara confirms three confirmed cases of monkeypox

The three local adults are currently in isolation, and Public Health completed the contact tracing process to identify anyone who possibly had contact with them. 
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SBSO Arrests Suspect for Stalking and Hate Crimes in I.V.

The arrest follows a timely warning sent by the UC Santa Barbara Police Department to the campus community on May 31.
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Isla Vista Tragedies Renew Conversations Around Balcony and Cliff Safety

The hazardous nature of the balconies and cliffs along Del Playa Drive have been a long-posed concern to the I.V. community.
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I.V. Recreation & Park District Looks to Celebrate 50th Anniversary

The anniversary coincides with Halloween — a holiday that the IVRPD celebrated last year with its first-ever Haunted Pumpkin Patch at Estero Park.
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Isla Vista Beach Closure Lifted

The initial beach closure was issued on May 19.
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IVRPD and Pacific Coast Land Design Discuss Plans To Renovate Greek Park

Community members identified Greek Park as the second-most priority for renovations — following Pardall Gardens — in a survey conducted by the Isla Vista Recreation and & Park District in early 20...
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I.V. Voters to Vote on Variety of Candidates for June Primary Elections

For Santa Barbara County, representatives for Congress, California State Assembly and the second district supervisor are on the ballot.
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Isla Vista Recreation and Park District Reflects on Projects, Celebrates its Many Parks

In addition to park improvement projects, IVRPD also worked to organize more recreational events to build a sense of community as students returned for the in-person school year. 
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Isla Vista Youth Projects Seeks Funding for Family Advocate Position

The family advocate would connect Isla Vista families to financial, social and parenting resources.
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Vista Point: Weekly Goings-on in and Around Isla Vista

Weekly events in and around Isla Vista.
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Vista Point: Weekly Goings-on in and Around Isla Vista

Weekly events in and around Isla Vista.
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UCSB Alumnus Dies After Cliff Fall in Isla Vista

Crews responded to the scene at the 6600 block of Del Playa Drive, where they unsuccessfully attempted resuscitation and brought the body up to a waiting ambulance.
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I.V. Community Relations Committee Hosts Pardall Carnival

The event has been long-awaited, as COVID-19 left it unable to occur for the past two years. 
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