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.

January 15, 2026

Antisemitic vandalism at Jewish fraternity

By Levi Kauffman

Alpha Epsilon Pi, a Jewish fraternity in Isla Vista whose members include UCSB students, was targeted by an incident of antisemitic vandalism on Jan. 10.

January 14, 2026

Six months of I.V. rental inspection program

By Levi Kauffman

Six months into the Isla Vista Rental Housing Inspection Pilot Program, 259 units have been inspected with 69 needing repairs.

December 4, 2025

IVCSD votes to not endorse proposed Deltopia ordinance

By Levi Kauffman

The IVCSD Board of Directors voted on Dec. 2 to not endorse the Isla Vista Foot Patrol’s proposed 72-hour festival ordinance for Deltopia weekend.

November 24, 2025

UCSB to host British Paralympians in 2028

By Levi Kauffman

Representatives of the British Paralympic Association and UC Santa Barbara Chancellor Dennis Assanis officially signed a partnership agreement at a Nov. 21 conference. The University will host the British Paralympic team...

November 19, 2025

805 UndocuFund hosts I.C.E. rapid response training

By Levi Kauffman

The 805 UndocuFund hosted a training for around 100 community members interested in learning more about its Immigrant Rapid Response Network on Nov. 17. The training discussed the risks of preventing detainments by Immig...

November 13, 2025

Camino Pescadero beach stairs collapse

By Levi Kauffman

A beach staircase located at the end of Camino Pescadero partially collapsed into the ocean. The Nexus was unable to confirm when the stairs will be repaired.

November 12, 2025

SSPs record areas of concern on campus safety walk

By Jack Dindia, Levi Kauffman

Student Safety Partners led students, community members and administrators on their annual Lighting and Safety Walk on Nov. 5.

November 5, 2025

Ezra Klein talks ‘failures’ of the Democratic party, proposes strategies to take back power

By Wynne Bendell, Levi Kauffman

Political commentator, journalist and author Ezra Klein spoke at the Arlington Theatre to a crowd of over 2,000 UC Santa Barbara students and community members.

October 23, 2025

EVPLA holds Halloween ‘Know Your Rights’ workshop to educate community

By Jack Dindia, Levi Kauffman

The Office of the External Vice President for Local Affairs hosted a Halloween-themed “Know Your Rights” workshop on Monday, Oct. 20 at the Pardall Center.

October 23, 2025

Second ‘No Kings’ protest draws thousands in opposition to Trump administration

By Iris Guo, Levi Kauffman

Around 13,000 locals gathered downtown on Oct. 18 for the second “No Kings” protest, organized by local activist organization Indivisible Santa Barbara.

October 8, 2025

Local Jewish organizations, synagogue, hold second vigil remembering victims of Oct. 7 attack

By Levi Kauffman

On the lawn below Storke Tower, around 80 people gathered for a vigil marking two years since the attack on Israel by the militant group Hamas on Oct. 7.

October 3, 2025

State Senate bill provision targets unpopular Santa Barbara housing project

By Levi Kauffman

A recently approved Senate bill backed by Santa Barbara Senator Monique Limón has come under scrutiny for a provision that targets an unpopular housing project.

October 1, 2025

Turning Point chapter holds Charlie Kirk vigil

By Wynne Bendell, Levi Kauffman

UC Santa Barbara’s Turning Point USA chapter held a vigil on Sept. 26 for Charlie Kirk.

June 6, 2025

Third annual IVCSD yard sale promotes sustainability as community prepares for move-out

By Levi Kauffman

From 68 Pasado to 65 Segovia, the Isla Vista Community Services District helped residents organize yard sales ahead of the end of the academic year.

May 29, 2025

Police Accountability Board aims to bridge gap between campus police and student body

By Levi Kauffman

The Police Accountability Board is the go-between for students and the UCPD. The board meets monthly and holds meetings when they have complaints to review.