News

January 24, 2008

Hazardous Weather Conditions Storm SB

By David Ferry

Over four inches of rain have fallen on and around Santa Barbara since Monday, according to the National Weather Service, which predicts thunderstorms, hail and potentially an isolated tornado in the upcoming storms this...

January 24, 2008

Alert System To Aid in Campus Safety

By Nadia Ismail

In order to avoid confusion during a possible campus-wide emergency - like the events that occurred at Virginia Tech - the university has brought the UCSB Alert system online.

January 24, 2008

UCSB Boasts Most Registered Voters

By S.F.

As voter registration came to a close Tuesday, UCSB students proved once again they know how to rock the vote.

January 23, 2008

Fraternity Commemorates MLK’s Work

By Rebecca Horrigan

Marching silently through the rain behind a banner depicting Martin Luther King, Jr., UCSB faculty, administration and students reflected on the achievements of the legendary civil rights leader.

January 23, 2008

Reno Officials Lead Search for SBCC Student

By Staff

Following the disappearance of a 19-year-old Santa Barbara City College student this weekend, the FBI has begun its own investigation.

January 23, 2008

Rivals From Cal Poly Graffiti UCSB

By Mackenzie Weinger

Taggers hoping to inspire California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo school spirit found their efforts in vain following this weekend's dominating performances meted out by the UCSB men's and women's basket...

January 23, 2008

Groups Kick Off Roe v. Wade Events

By Allison Bailey

The UCSB pro-choice community hosted several events yesterday in celebration of the 35th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's historic Roe v. Wade decision.

January 23, 2008

TV Station To Close SB News Bureau

By Torrey Ah-Tye

In an already shrinking field, Santa Barbara residents will lose another source for local news soon, with the closure of the KSBY's in-town news bureau.

January 22, 2008

Governor Addresses Budget in Visit to SB

By Travis Miller

Nearly a week after he first announced a fiscal emergency, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger met with elected officials and business owners in Santa Barbara on Friday to discuss his new statewide budget plan.

January 22, 2008

Locals Demonstrate to Support Frimpong

By Lauren Crecelius

Amid yesterday's Martin Luther King, Jr. parade on Milpas Street, approximately 40 people held a rally in support of recently convicted UCSB soccer player Eric Frimpong.

January 22, 2008

UC Police Holds Investigation of Alleged Assault

By Staff Report

Campus police are currently investigating an alleged sexual assault that occurred on university property this past weekend.

January 22, 2008

Former UCSB Swim Team Member Wins Reality Show Prize

By Staff Report

Following a globe-spanning competition, UCSB alum and former swim team captain T.K. Erwin and his girlfriend emerged as the winners of "The Amazing Race" - and $1 million - on Sunday.

January 22, 2008

Sigma Nu Raises Funds for I.V. Youth

By Staff Report

Sigma Nu has raised an unprecedented $10,000 for the Isla Vista Youth Projects center, breaking their own philanthropy record.

January 18, 2008

Clinton Addresses Crowd at Pavilion Gym

By Mackenzie Weinger

An energetic crowd awaited the New York senator's appearance as aides distributed signs that read "UCSB for Hillary" and "Clinton Country."

January 18, 2008

Clinton Coverage: Delay, Rumors, Disorder Frustrate 3,600 Attendees

By Aria Miran

"I thought a fight was going to break out." First-year history of public policy major Kelsey Jones was one of the 1,200 or so students who were actually able to attend last night's Hillary Clinton speech.

January 18, 2008

Clinton Coverage: New Primary Date Ensures Senator’s Attention to Golden State, Schools

By David Ferry and Travis Miller Staff Writers

So, why did Sen. Hillary Clinton come to UCSB? Judging by the circumstances, the presidential hopeful's quick stop at the Pavilion Gym last night seemed to be an almost spur-of-the-moment decision.