County

May 30, 2025

IVCSD hosts e-waste drop-off event

By Lucy Wellons

IVCSD hosted a free electronic waste drop-off as part of a larger initiative to lessen the impact of waste that move-out season places on the local area. 

May 29, 2025

I.V. Food Co-op reaches May fundraising target

By Iris Guo

The Isla Vista Food Cooperative has fundraised a total of $55,170, meeting its previously set goal of $50,000 by mid-may.

May 28, 2025

Armed group assaults, robs two people in Isla Vista

By Michelle Cisneros

Last night, a group of suspects assaulted two people at Tierra De Fortuna Park, stealing property from the victims. The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the crime. 

May 23, 2025

I.V. Food Co-op increases fundraising goals

By Iris Guo

The Isla Vista Food Cooperative has increased its total fundraising goals for 2025 and 2026 to a sum of $1 million, cooperative board members said at an emergency town hall held over Zoom on May 15. 

May 23, 2025

IVCSD debriefs community task force meeting

By Jack Dindia

IVCSD debriefed the Isla Vista Safe meeting held on May 7 to find areas of improvement and ways to collaborate between local law enforcement.

May 22, 2025

Sable announces pipeline restarting on anniversary of 2015 spill

By Michelle Cisneros

Sable Offshore oil and gas company restarted oil production at the Santa Ynez Unit on May 15, according to a announcement the same day as the Refugio Beach oil spill anniversary.

May 14, 2025

County board of supervisors unanimously approve I.V. Rental Housing Inspection Pilot Program

By Lizzy Rager

The rental inspection program will employ inspectors to check if units in Isla Vista are up to building and health code standards.

May 9, 2025

Housing Co-op at financial risk, begins fundraising

By Wynne Bendell

The Santa Barbara Student Housing Cooperative’s longevity as affordable housing is at risk due to unexpected renovation costs, which have outpaced rental rate increases.

May 9, 2025

Annual Pardall Carnival draws crowds, Ferris wheel breaks down

By Levi Kauffman

Pardall Road was jam-packed with students and community members for the Isla Vista Community Relations Committee’s 15th annual Pardall Carnival on May 4.

May 9, 2025

IVCSD reviews budget cuts from UCSB

By Jack Dindia

IVCSD consulted on reallocating the funds to their programs after receiving an update on UC Santa Barbara’s contribution to the district.

May 5, 2025

County rental inspection program will proactively investigate Isla Vista building, health violations

By Lizzy Rager

While no draft language of the program has been published yet, the County Board of Supervisors will hear more robust plans at its May 6 meeting.

May 2, 2025

SBCSO discusses military equipment at community engagement meeting

By Jack Dindia

Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office held a engagement meeting to discuss their use of specialized military equipment, including armored vehicles and weapons.

May 1, 2025

IVCSD debriefs new bus fare changes, campaign with STESA

By Jack Dindia

IVCSD heard a report from SBMTD about service changes going into effect in August, and partnered with STESA for their Raise the Bar Campaign.

April 25, 2025

Emergency town hall shares plans to save I.V. Food Co-op

By Wynne Bendell

The Isla Vista Food Cooperative is at-risk of closing by the end of this year due to a staggering decline in sales said at an emergency town hall on April 19.

April 25, 2025

State fire marshal sued over Sable pipeline, legal battle presses on

By Michelle Cisneros

Several Santa Barbara environmental groups sued the State Fire Marshal last week over a waiver issued to Sable in December 2024.

April 21, 2025

Several housing developments in progress in Isla Vista, county officials say

By Iris Guo

The Isla Vista Community Services District and Isla Vista Recreation & Park District hosted a town hall on April 11 to discuss 48 ongoing Isla Vista housing developments.