Levi Kauffman

Levi Kauffman (he/him) is the County News Editor for the 2025-2026 school year. Previously, Kauffman was an Assistant News Editor, as well as a Staff Writer for the 2024-2025 school year. He can be reached at levikauffman@dailynexus.com or news@dailynexus.com.

August 20, 2026

Deja Vu Cafe to rebuild after fire

By Levi Kauffman

Deja Vu Cafe plans to rebuild after a fire burnt the interior of the nearly 40-year-old restaurant in Isla Vista, according to owner and founder John Djamali.

August 18, 2026

Deja Vu Cafe burns

By Levi Kauffman

A fire broke out inside Deja Vu Cafe in Isla Vista during the early hours of Aug. 18.

July 24, 2026

Community remembers local biker and UCSB alum after passing

By Levi Kauffman

Twenty-two-year-old UCSB alum Dylan Monson, who died in a motorcycle crash on June 29, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in communication earlier that month.

July 12, 2026

Second sexual assault in the last month reported near West Campus

By Levi Kauffman

TW: This article contains mentions of sexual assault.

July 1, 2026

IVCSD debate, compromise on resolution to place tax measure on ballot

By Levi Kauffman

The IVCSD Board approved a resolution placing the Increased Municipal Infrastructure & Services Measure on the November ballot at their June 23 meeting.

June 17, 2026

Las Maestras Center to stay open, supporters rejoice during protest

By Levi Kauffman

Cheers erupted outside Cheadle Hall on June 2 when protestors were informed by UC Santa Barbara administration that Las Maestras Center would remain open.

June 5, 2026

IVCSD introduces last IVFP lieutenant ever, discusses policing after budget cuts

By Levi Kauffman, Yogita Sharma

The Isla Vista Community Services District was introduced to IVFP Lieutenant Thomas Green and heard reports from various programs at its May 26 meeting.

May 28, 2026

International students’ post-graduation employment authorization on pause indefinitely

By Levi Kauffman

13 UCSB Iranian graduate students, researchers and alumni requested Rep. Salud Carbajal’s help in lifting a pause on a postgrad work authorization program.

May 27, 2026

TBTN holds vigil for rape and strangulation survivor, voice frustration with administration

By Levi Kauffman

A.S. Take Back the Night and representatives of the survivor of the recent rape and strangulation in campus housing, hosted a vigil in Greek Park on May 26.

May 20, 2026

Rape and strangulation perpetrator still at large after assault in campus housing

By Levi Kauffman

Over a week after a rape and strangulation that occured in UC Santa Barbara campus housing on May 9, the perpetrator remains at large.

May 14, 2026

$15.3 million awarded for I.V. community microgrid

By Levi Kauffman

SBC was recently awarded $15.3 million to develop a community microgrid for I.V. that will support “critical community facilities” private customers.

May 10, 2026

Rape and strangulation reported in campus housing

By Levi Kauffman

On Saturday night, the UCSB Police Department received a report of a rape and strangulation on campus property that occurred at approximately 10:00 p.m.

May 8, 2026

I.V. motorcycles: nuisance to some, community for others

By Levi Kauffman

Throughout the week, banging, crackling and popping from loud engines can be heard darting down Isla Vista streets.

May 7, 2026

Data breach causes Canvas to shut down, nearly 9,000 schools affected

By Levi Kauffman

The online learning platform Canvas has been temporarily shut down following a data breach involving its parent company Instructure.

May 6, 2026

Vista Point: Weekly goings-on in, around Isla Vista

By Levi Kauffman, Dylan Vo

Gaucho Graphics hosts "Spring Fundraiser," TSC hosts "Coffee & Community" and RCSGD hosts "Rainbow Recharge!"

May 6, 2026

May Day rally calls on University to support workers

By Levi Kauffman, Dylan Vo

Alongside nationwide May Day protests, roughly 75 people gathered around the eternal flame to call on UC Santa Barbara to support campus workers on May 1.