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Propositions Address Rent Control, Eminent Domain

May 23, 2008 by

Two competing propositions that focus on eminent domain and rent control have sparked controversy as local advocates compete for votes in the upcoming June 3 election.
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A.S. Court Declares OPP Not Guilty

May 23, 2008 by

In the first case brought to a hearing in the ongoing Associated Students elections saga, Open People's Party was found not guilty of conducting unfair campaign violations.
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Experts Call for Federal Protection of Seabirds

May 23, 2008 by

A local seabird threatened by coastal development is currently being considered for inclusion on the national Endangered Species list.
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CHP To Boost Presence Over Weekend

May 23, 2008 by

Irresponsible drivers, beware - the California Highway Patrol is using all its resources to maximize enforcement over the Memorial Day weekend.
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A Nicely Trimmed Bush

May 23, 2008 by


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Domi Arigato, Mr. Roboto

May 23, 2008 by


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Groups Honor Middle Eastern Culture

May 22, 2008 by

Storke Plaza received a Middle Eastern makeover yesterday as UCSB's first Middle Eastern Fair enveloped the square in the traditional music, aromas and aesthetics of the region.
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Rock and Politics Combine in Local Band’s Quest for Success

May 22, 2008 by

Spawned from the squalor of Del Playa Drive, Isla Vista band and Extravaganza 2008 opening act Out of State is striving for more than just rock 'n' roll glory as it aims to gather funds for cyclone-ra...
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EPA Anticipates End of Oil Spill Cleanup Project

May 22, 2008 by

More than six months after Greka Energy Co. spilled 86,000 gallons of crude oil at its Bell Lease facility, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that it is nearing completion of its clea...
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Physics Professor Presents Diamond Research

May 22, 2008 by

UCSB physics professor David Awschalom revealed his award-winning research plan to the Academic Senate yesterday, unveiling the potential role of diamonds in the supercomputers of tomorrow.
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CA Seeks Solution for Overflowing Prison Cells

May 22, 2008 by

The chronic overcrowding of state prisons may soon be a problem of the past, pending the approval of a proposed legal settlement.
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Rock the Vote

May 22, 2008 by


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Board of Regents Agrees to Retain Tuition Surcharge

May 21, 2008 by

University of California students will continue to pay a $60 surcharge to compensate for the $40 million in losses that the University suffered in a lawsuit levied in response to improperly increased ...
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Drug Bust Links Suspects to Murder

May 21, 2008 by

After over eight months of an investigation that led detectives deep into the world of illegal narcotics, the Santa Barbara Sheriff's Dept. has finally apprehended the men believed to be behind a Sept...
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Local Nonprofit Seeks to Aid Burmese; Junta Intervenes

May 21, 2008 by

As Cyclone Nargis tore its way through Myanmar earlier this month, Santa Barbara-based Direct Relief International quickly leapt into action.
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