Isla Vista

January 17, 2021

COVID-19 Surge Reported in I.V. Over Holiday Weekend as SB County Tops Highest Spread in California

By Katherine Swartz

Fifty-one new COVID-19 cases were reported in I.V. on Saturday through UC Santa Barbara Student Health alone

January 15, 2021

With New Incentivized Testing Program Underway, I.V. Theater Becomes Permanent COVID-19 Testing Location

By Atmika Iyer

The incentives include gift cards and coupons for and from local Isla Vista businesses to support the local economy while increasing testing.

January 9, 2021

Preliminary Hearing for Isla Vista ‘Mirror Bus’ Driver Postponed Following Change in Representation

By Max Abrams

A hearing to reschedule the preliminary hearing will take place on Jan. 14.

January 7, 2021

Cydia Creator and I.V. CSD Director Jay Freeman Sues Apple For Allegedly Monopolizing App Distribution

By Max Abrams

At the core of the lawsuit is app distribution, over which the lawsuit alleges Apple exerts full control.

January 6, 2021

Houseless Residents Vacate Anisq’Oyo’ Park Following IVRPD Directive

By Atmika Iyer

Aside from one altercation between two houseless residents, the clearing of Anisq’Oyo’ Park went peacefully. 

December 20, 2020

I.V. Resident Arrested for Felony Drug and Weapons Charges

By Max Abrams

Pursuant to the extension of Emergency Rule 4, which sets bail for all misdemeanor offenses and many felony offenses at zero dollars, Harwin was released without bail.

December 19, 2020

IVRPD Plan To Move Houseless Residents Out of Anisq’Oyo’ Park Sparks Community Concerns

By Atmika Iyer

Houseless residents who are unable to relocate to a shelter will be allowed to move to People’s Park, which is located next to Anisq’Oyo’ Park. 

December 10, 2020

New I.V. CSD Director Juggles Leadership Role and Associated Students

By Jackson Guilfoil

At the Isla Vista Community Services District, Catherine Flaherty is the youngest person on the board and the only woman.

December 9, 2020

George Thurlow, UCSB’s Appointee to the I.V. CSD, Resigns

By Atmika Iyer

Although Thurlow is “sure [he] will continue to be involved in Isla Vista issues,” he said he is ready to take on something new.  

December 9, 2020

After Swearing in, Three New I.V. CSD Directors Begin Their Terms

By Jackson Guilfoil

This will be the second board of directors since the Isla Vista Community Services District was formally created in 2016.

December 8, 2020

SBSO Seizes 22 Firearms, 90 Grams of Meth After Deputies Conduct Traffic Stop Near I.V.

By Max Abrams

Dodge, 36, was charged with seven felonies and one misdemeanor.

December 7, 2020

I.V. Community Center To Host 20 Temporary Homes To Improve Houseless Conditions

By Jackson Guilfoil, Skye Schoenhoeft

The 64-square-foot temporary homes were delivered by Pallet, a company that designs and produces aluminum composite shelters for people experiencing houselessness.

November 17, 2020

Forks Up, Seats Out: I.V. Restaurant Owners Adapt to the COVID-19 ‘New Normal’

By Ellah Foster

With the winter season approaching, colder weather and a likely uptick in COVID-19 cases looms over the future of I.V.’s restaurant scene. 

November 5, 2020

iV Menus Owner Patrick Galoustian Sentenced to 18 Years in State Prison

By Max Abrams

After accepting a plea deal in December 2019, it took over nine months and nine separate hearings for Galoustian to receive his sentence.

November 4, 2020

Twitch or Treat: I.V. CSD and Lucidity Hold Virtual Halloween Celebration

By Regan Wheatley

The festival featured cash incentives for costume and pumpkin-carving contests, live music and Zoom dance sessions. 

November 4, 2020

iVMenus Owner Sentencing Postponed for Eighth Time, Rescheduled to Tomorrow

By Max Abrams

Galoustian's sentencing date was postponed for the eighth time to accommodate his last-minute request for an in-person sentencing.