Vote To Decide Fee Hike
The University of California Board of Regents is set to approve an $822 annual fee increase as discussed at their UC San Francisco Mission Bay meeting yesterday.
Violence Erupts at UC Tuition Protest
There were times at yesterday’s meeting when it was uncertain whether the behavior of police and protesters would result in serious injury or death.
Frugal Strategies to Save Your Holiday Savings
With the holidays quickly approaching and Fall Quarter nearing an end, money woes have likely given you a permanent sinking feeling in the pit of your belly.
Group Pushes Legal Protection for I.V. Tenants
On Dec. 7, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors will consider a proposal to amend Ordinance 4444 which aims to expand protection for tenants.
Artsweek’s Number One Movie of the Year: “Inception”
Looking back over 2010, it becomes clear that we are in the middle of a major shift within the film industry. For better or for worse, 3D is a part of Hollywood.
“The Social Network”: Better Than Hitler
The plot synopsis is one that, if it weren’t for the overly positive reviews, I would avoid like a plague of AIDS. A movie about Facebook?
Prosecutors To Continue Cases Involving Weed
Santa Barbara city officials have resumed court hearings and legal proceedings regarding the sale and use of marijuana after a prosecution hiatus during the midterm general elections.
Beach House’s Teen Dream
It took me forty-nine-and-a-half minutes for Beach House to convince me that they’re one of the best things happening in music right now.
Arcade Fire Takes on The Suburbs
I will admit, when Arcade Fire first blew up, I was somewhat skeptical; all the “Neighborhood #1”-infinity songs seemed gimmicky at best.
Album of the Year: Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty
Who could have guessed that the Outkast’s more gangsta half would put out the most revolutionary hip-hop album of the new decade?