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Students, Santa Barbarans, Local Politicians Participate in Women’s March for Reproductive Rights

October 7, 2021 by and

State Senator Monique Limón congratulated high school- and college-aged marchers for being civically engaged and fighting for their rights. 
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Students and County Residents March Against ExxonMobil’s New Oil Trucking Plan

October 3, 2021 by

The protestors marched through downtown Santa Barbara chanting, “No more Exxon, no more oil. Keep the carbon in the soil.”
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IVCSD Plans Pop-Up Events in Downtown I.V. for Halloween 2021

September 30, 2021 by

This year, IVCSD is hoping to put on pop-up events in downtown I.V. near businesses like the Isla Vista Food Cooperative — away from residential areas — for community members to enjoy. 
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Next Hearing Date for UCSB Student Charged with Sexual Assault Is Set

September 29, 2021 by

Arian Eteghaei is facing seven felony charges, one misdemeanor charge and two enhancements.
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Isla Vista 2014 Tragedy Influences Carbajal’s Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021

September 29, 2021 by

U.S. Congressman Salud Carbajal and Senator Dianne Feinstein introduced the Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021 — legislation offering federal funding to states that adopt red flag laws. 
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IVCSD Resources for I.V. Residents and Students During 2021-22 School Year

September 27, 2021 by

The Isla Vista Community Services District provides community members with several resources in order to achieve their goal of improving the quality of life and infrastructure.
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New State Program Allocates $500 Million To Aid With Student Housing

September 24, 2021 by

The bill has been passed through the state legislature and now awaits Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature.
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SBSO Receives $97,000 Grant to Address and Reduce Alcohol-Related Crimes in I.V. and Goleta

September 23, 2021 by

According to a press release from the sheriff’s office, the money will primarily be used to address alcohol-related incidents in both Isla Vista and Goleta. 
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IVCSD Swears in New County-Appointed Director

September 23, 2021 by

Topliffe was appointed following the retirement of the former county-appointed Isla Vista Community Services District Director Robert Geis.
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Isla Vista Residents Vote During Recall Election

September 23, 2021 by and

Every California governor since 1960 has faced an attempt at a recall — Newsom himself has faced five before this — but this was the fourth gubernatorial recall in U.S. history.
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New Community Fridge Brings Free Produce to Isla Vista

September 15, 2021 by

According to the founder, people are free to drop off and pick up food from the fridge as needed.
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Suspect Arrested In Connection With Campus Sexual Assault From Aug. 27

September 14, 2021 by

The arrested suspect has been charged with four felonies.
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Isla Vista Food Not Bombs: More Than Just Meals, It’s ‘Basic Decency’

September 13, 2021 by

The Isla Vista chapter consists of roughly 25 committed volunteers but is in contact with over 100 community members for meal-making opportunities.
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Homegrown Cannabis Dispensary ‘The Farmacy’ Lays Down Roots in I.V.

September 7, 2021 by

The Farmacy tentatively plans to open its doors either by the end of 2021 or the beginning of 2022 at 6555 Pardall Road.
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Two Sexual Assaults Reported on Aug. 28

September 7, 2021 by

UCPD detectives have been investigating the sexual assault, and the investigation is ongoing. 
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