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Students Demand UC Fossil Fuel Divestment

Students across the University of California urged Regents to divest from the fossil fuel industry Wednesday, presenting the board with a petition signed by several hundred faculty members.
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The Goings-On in I.V. This Week

From movie screenings to the weekly vegan potluck, I.V. is popping this week
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Undocumented, Uneasy and Unsafe

Two undocumented UCSB students, Angie and Keila, share their thoughts and concerns about the U.S. election.
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Isla Vistans Protest Wells Fargo Investment in DAPL

“Standing Rock is here; it’s not just over there. We do not have to be there physically to feel their power. It’s in your heart."
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Anti-Trump Protests Pick Up in Santa Barbara

Following the numerous protests ignited by Tuesday’s election, almost 2,000 Santa Barbara residents marched through State Street in protest of the new president-elect Donald Trump.
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Male Student Transported to Hospital After Falling From Bike

A male student was transported to the hospital Tuesday after falling off of his bike next to Girvetz Hall and hitting his head on the ground.
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Male Victim Transported To Hospital After Cliff Fall

Paramedics responded to a cliff fall at approximately 5:20 p.m. at 6567 Del Playa Drive.
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Local Republicans Lose, Reflect on Election Year

While the GOP gained major victories nationwide, Republicans in Santa Barbara County, like Justin Fareed and Bruce Porter, found themselves not as fortunate Tuesday night.
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Sweet Alley to Come Under New Ownership

Just two years ago, in October of 2014, Sweet Alley unexpectedly shut its doors leaving residents of Isla Vista wondering how they would satisfy their sweet tooth.
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No on F Leaves CSD Fundless

Measures E and F experienced differing fates Tuesday night. Ballots from Isla Vista began to be counted at 11 p.m., showing an almost-secured win for Measure E but imminent loss for Measure F.
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Local Democrats Sweep Elections

While Republicans win a federal majority, Democrats find their place in California.
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Local Women Gain Power in Government

Despite Hillary’s devastating loss this election, women like Kamala Harris and Joan Hartmann provide a beacon of hope in their respective local elections.
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Vista Point: Weekly Goings-On in I.V.

Upcoming events include the local State of the Union, an IVRPD board meeting and a Poets’ Club open mic.
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I.V. Leads Effort as SB Sees 55 Percent Voter Turnout

As of early Wednesday morning, voter turnout was recorded by the Santa Barbara County Elections Office at 55.12 percent.
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Flashback: Election 2012

It was only four years ago when both Isla Vista and UCSB were consumed with this year’s political fervor once again.
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