County

April 9, 2025

Deltopia sees increased citations, medical emergencies, arrests amidst larger police presence

By Jack Dindia

With an estimated 25,000 attendees, this year's Deltopia saw a record number of citations and arrests amidst a larger police presence.

April 7, 2025

IVCSD discusses potential shuttle service and other parking solutions

By Iris Guo

As new housing developments prop up around Isla Vista, the IVCSD discussed potential parking mitigation efforts including a shuttle service

April 2, 2025

Campus and community organizations promote resources ahead of Deltopia

By Jack Dindia

Community entities have begun preparing for Deltopia, where the Restorative Justice Program will be suspended like last year, alongside a larger police presence.

April 1, 2025

State agencies and prominent community members discuss Sable at town hall

By Jack Dindia, Iris Guo

Senator Monique Limón and Assembly Member Gregg Hart hosted a town hall to share information on the restart of the Santa Ynez Unit by Sable Offshore.

March 31, 2025

Suspect in Isla Vista shooting, robberies pleads not guilty to seven felony charges

By Lizzy Rager

Jackson Kyle Jue was accused of attempted murder, second-degree robbery, carrying a concealed firearm and other felony charges.

March 28, 2025

UCSB freshman dies from injuries following balcony fall, family confirms

By Lizzy Rager

Elizabeth “Liz” Hamel died after suffering severe injuries due to an alleged balcony fall from an on-campus dorm hall in February, according to her family. 

March 22, 2025

IVCSD purchases $50,000 of Co-op memberships for community members

By Jack Dindia

IVCSD purchased $50,000 in shares of the Isla Vista Food Cooperative in an attempt to reduce parking congestion in Isla Vista.

March 21, 2025

Suspect in Isla Vista bike path shooting arrested in Concord

By Lizzy Rager

Police identified the suspect as 20-year-old Jackson Kyle Jue, a resident of Isla Vista. He was found 330 miles away, late Thursday night.

March 20, 2025

Woman injured in Isla Vista shooting, suspect still at large

By Lizzy Rager

Near the Santa Ynez apartments last night, a woman suffered gunshot wounds in an armed robbery. The suspect evaded police and remains at-large.

March 10, 2025

Community comes together to “beautify” Isla Vista through Community Care Project

By Grace Medecki

Joined by UC Santa Barbara students and community members, volunteers and event organizers redeveloped areas of Isla Vista through art, gardening and cleanups. 

March 8, 2025

Let’s be blunt: Cannabis town hall

By Allie Panetta

Professionals discuss the risks and benefits of cannabis-use, including its benefits for mental health and reducing stress

March 7, 2025

Deltopia is ‘against the ethos of restorative justice,’ IVFP officer said in workshop

By Elta Tracy

Local police stay firm in suspending the Restorative Justice Program, where certain citations can be waived through classes and community service, on Deltopia.

March 6, 2025

IVCSD opposes Sable Pipeline, discusses progress on health vending machine

By Jack Dindia

IVCSD unanimously approved a resolution opposing the oil company Sable Offshore’s efforts to restart the Las Flores Pipeline System.

March 1, 2025

Community celebrates I.V. Food Co-op, I.V. grocery store at risk of bankruptcy

By Elta Tracy, Iris Guo

The IV Food Co-Op has served the community since 1972. Now its at-risk of bankruptcy. Students told the Nexus what the co-op means to them.

February 28, 2025

Bands, DJs compete for IVCSD Spring Festival performance spots

By Levi Kauffman

Bass was bumping at the Isla Vista Community Center as local artists showed their skills to secure performance spots at the Spring Festival.

February 28, 2025

IVCSD Term in Review: Ela Schulz

By Jack Dindia

Ela Schulz concluded her term as a board director of IVCSD in December 2024 after serving for two years, where she helped improve public safety in Isla Vista.