Isla Vista

Local Businesses Cope With Food Shortages as Highway 101 Remains Closed

Several Isla Vista businesses are experiencing product and food shortages due to the recent mudslides that have temporarily closed U.S. Route 101 northbound access from southern California.
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Vista Point

Find out about the goings-on in I.V. this week.
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Two Apparent Overdoses in Isla Vista Within 24 Hours, Victims Receive Doses of Naloxone

Two male victims suffering from apparent drug overdoses in Isla Vista received Naloxone and were transported to the hospital on Monday, the Santa Barbara Sheriff’s Office reported.
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Suspect Arrested for Reported Rape in Isla Vista

A woman was sexually assaulted by a male suspect at 910 Embarcadero Del Norte on  Dec. 17, the UC Santa Barbara Police Department reported.
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Isla Vista Food Co-op Aids Victims of Thomas Fire

The Isla Vista Food Cooperative is working to help those who have been affected by the Thomas Fire by offering several relief efforts, including a “round-up” change program, a 15 percent discount ...
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UCSB, Isla Vista Locations Close in Response to Poor Air Quality

The map shows locations in I.V. and on campus that are closed Friday or providing limited services.
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How Far Is Isla Vista From the Thomas Fire?

Click through the map for more details on the Thomas Fire and its distance from UCSB and Isla Vista.
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Net Neutrality Repeal Would Have Little Impact on UCSB

Internet access at UC Santa Barbara will not change if the Federal Communications Commission repeals network neutrality, a regulation that ensures all websites receive equal service.
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WATCH: Fireworks and Couch Burnings From the I.V. Power Outage

Watch the events as they unfolded from the three-hour-long power outage Monday night.
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Tenants’ Rights Lawyer Offers Advice to Frustrated I.V. Residents at Town Hall

The Isla Vista Tenants Union hosted a town hall Thursday evening to discuss problems between tenants and landlords and educate students about their rights when renting in I.V.
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CSD Discusses Mediation Program Between Tenants and Landlords

The Isla Vista Community Services District began discussions to develop a new tenant-landlord mediation program on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at their board of directors meeting.
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Vista Point: Freebies and Activities in Isla Vista This Week

I.V. indie rock band Frisson will play their first show of the new school year on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m at 6694 Del Playa Drive.
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Goat Yoga is Coming to Isla Vista in December

Goat yoga will be coming to Isla Vista this Saturday, giving community members the chance to add some hooves to their downward dogs.  
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Juice It Up! Celebrates Opening in Isla Vista

Juice It Up! made its debut at its Isla Vista location with a grand opening party last Friday, Nov. 17 on Pardall Road.
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A.S. Senate Unanimously Approves Resolution Condemning I.V. Landlord’s Homophobic Statements

The A.S. Senate approved a resolution Wednesday condemning I.V. landlord James Gelb’s homophobic statements toward I.V. CSD President Ethan Bertrand on Nov. 7.
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