Isla Vista

August 28, 2026

What it’s like living long-term in America’s No. 1 college party town

By Levi Kauffman, Elijah Obando

Mixed amongst the fluid population of Isla Vista are the residents that continue to call this beach town, known for its party culture, home.

August 21, 2026

A.S. Executive appointed to IVCSD Board of Directors

By Levi Kauffman

The A.S. External Vice President for Local Affairs was appointed to the Isla Vista Community Services District Board of Directors at its Aug. 11 meeting.

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 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 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 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 21, 2026

IVCSD hears from CALPIRG, parking compliance and annual reports

By Elijah Obando

The IVCSD heard from CALPIRG members and presented their public works and sustainability annual report during their board meeting on May 12. 

May 7, 2026

SBMTD explains proposed bus cuts, IVCSD updates parking program

By Elijah Obando, Zach Miller

A SBMTA representative discussed proposed bus line service changes due to a 30% loss of annual federal operating assistance at the April 28. IVCSD meeting.

April 22, 2026

IVCSD debriefs Soltopia, previews I.V. Safe meeting

By Levi Kauffman, Lucy Wellons

The IVCSD debriefed the Soltopia music festival and discussed plans for their upcoming Isla Vista Safe meeting at its April 14 meeting. 

January 22, 2026

Isla Vista unincorporated: the community’s fight for cityhood

By Jack Dindia

Isla Vista is considered an unincorporated community, meaning it is not an official city and falls under the jurisdiction of Santa Barbara County.

October 30, 2025

IVCSD implements I.V. parking compliance program

By Iris Guo, Elijah Obando

As part of an effort to address parking issues, Isla Vista Community Services District aims to implement a new parking compliance program in November.

October 9, 2025

‘Jesus people cooking Jesus Burgers’: a look into Del Playa’s 20-year tradition

By Jack Dindia

Since 2001, every Friday night at 6686 Del Playa Drive, Jesus Burgers has given out free burgers to anyone willing to wait from 10 p.m. to midnight.

February 15, 2025

Strengthened UCIV provides ‘safe space’ on nights out

By Conor Kelly

The University of California in Isla Vista (UCIV) is a non-police affiliated organization of student representatives who oversee aid stations, providing free water and snacks

February 3, 2025

Break-in at I.V. Food Co-op, suspect at large

By Anushka Ghosh Dastidar

An unidentified suspect broke into the Isla Vista Food Cooperative at around 2:30 a.m. Feb. 1, stealing parts of an empty cash register and damaging a back window.

November 4, 2024

IVCSD finalizes draft for parking, mobility reforms, open to public comment until Nov. 1

By Lizzy Rager

The IVCSD has released a final draft of parking and mobility plans for I.V., including an enforcement parking compliance program. Residents can leave comments about the reforms via a Google form.