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Biweekly I.C.E. Sighting Report

May 29, 2026 by

Information is primarily sourced from community alerts from the 805UndocuFund. A full map of I.C.E. sightings can be found on the Daily Nexus website.
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International students’ post-graduation employment authorization on pause indefinitely

May 28, 2026 by

13 UCSB Iranian graduate students, researchers and alumni requested Rep. Salud Carbajal’s help in lifting a pause on a postgrad work authorization program.
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TBTN holds vigil for rape and strangulation survivor, voice frustration with administration

May 27, 2026 by

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.
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Aftermath of the Canvas breach: What’s next?

May 27, 2026 by

On Thursday, May 7, Canvas, the online learning platform, was shut down at UCSB after a cyberattack caused an Instructure data breach.
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SBSHC provides alternative affordable housing to students

May 22, 2026 by

With the average rent of a one-bedroom apartment in Isla Vista exceeding $2,000, some look to alternatives in the form of a housing cooperative. 
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IVCSD hears from CALPIRG, parking compliance and annual reports

May 21, 2026 by

The IVCSD heard from CALPIRG members and presented their public works and sustainability annual report during their board meeting on May 12. 
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CALPIRG’s continued passion for a changed world

May 21, 2026 by

CALPIRG is a grassroots activist organization that advocates against issues relating to the environment, democracy, hunger and public health.
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I.V. street mural completion celebrated with ribbon-cutting ceremony

May 20, 2026 by

Gaucho Think Tank, IVCSD & Santa Barbara County hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the completed street mural on Camino Pescadero and Pardall Road on May 19.
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EVPSA and Lobby Corps host town hall with Assemblymember Gregg Hart

May 15, 2026 by

A.S. hosted a town hall with Assemblymember Gregg Hart which focused on fostering community connection and promoting open dialogue about pertinent issues.
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Biweekly I.C.E. Sighting Report

May 14, 2026 by

Information is primarily sourced from community alerts from the 805UndocuFund. A full map of I.C.E. sightings can be found on the Daily Nexus website.
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$15.3 million awarded for I.V. community microgrid

May 14, 2026 by

SBC was recently awarded $15.3 million to develop a community microgrid for I.V. that will support “critical community facilities” private customers.
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SBResiste volunteer accuses I.C.E. agents of using excessive force while observing detention

May 14, 2026 by

A core member of SBResiste was involved in a violent altercation with I.C.E. agents while responding to a reported sighting on West Carrillo Street on April 30.
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Adam Schiff, local representatives condemn Sable pipeline restart

May 13, 2026 by

The Environmental Defense Center hosted a press conference with California Senator Adam Schiff and local stakeholders who condemned Sable oil pipeline restart.
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I.V. motorcycles: nuisance to some, community for others

May 8, 2026 by

Throughout the week, banging, crackling and popping from loud engines can be heard darting down Isla Vista streets.
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SBMTD explains proposed bus cuts, IVCSD updates parking program

May 7, 2026 by and

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.
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