County

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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2020 Census Data Shows Demographic Shifts In I.V.

September 3, 2021 by and

According to the Census, in the last 10 years, the population of I.V. and number of people living in UCSB-affiliated housing increased by 678 and 1,436, respectively.
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GUSD Staff Vaxxed and Masked for 2021-22 School Year

September 1, 2021 by

GUSD's COVID Safety Plan includes guidance on learning options, health screenings, school meetings, contact tracing and layers of safety in the classroom. 
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IVCSD Budget Increases by 6% in New Fiscal Year

August 25, 2021 by and

Though total spending is only proposed to increase by 6%, a few programs, such as operations, community programs and parking, have major allocation changes.
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UCSB Student Charged With Felony Sexual Assault

August 21, 2021 by and

The investigation into the student is being jointly conducted by the District Attorney’s office and the UCSB Police Department.
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Duffl and Snag Delivery Serves the Isla Vista Community

August 15, 2021 by

The goal of both these delivery services is to provide a fast, efficient, sustainable method of grocery shopping.
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Santa Barbara County Sees 400% Increase in COVID-19 Cases Within the Past Month

July 27, 2021 by

Ansorg emphasized that the new surge is primarily affecting unvaccinated individuals and that the current metrics have the county at the brink of the purple tier.
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