News

November 8, 2007

Six To Complete SB Self-Sufficiency Program

By Tom Standifer

Santa Barbara families are being honored tomorrow for their efforts in finding independence from government assistance via a city-sponsored Family Self-Sufficiency program.

November 8, 2007

A.S. Representative Steps Down From Council

By Mackenzie Weinger

Following its regularly scheduled meeting in which one member resigned, Associated Students Legislative Council held its first working meeting of the year yesterday, discussing projects regarding parking, promotion and h...

November 8, 2007

Speech on the Middle East

By Staff

November 8, 2007

Sedgwich Sizzles

By Lauren Crecelius

Although the nearby Sedgwick Reserve has recently received notoriety for the waves of ashes it sent toward Santa Barbara and Goleta in late October, it is also known for its slew of research programs and UCSB stewardship...

November 7, 2007

UCSB Alums Sue City Over Fight At Cooney’s

By Allison Bailey

Stemming from a fight that occurred at a downtown club in 2006, two former UCSB students recently filed civil charges against the city of Santa Barbara.

November 7, 2007

Award Recognizes Roberts’ Ethics

By Staff

Amid the turmoil of firings at the Santa Barbara News-Press, former Executive Editor and current UCSB Storke Publications Director Jerry Roberts received the PEN Society's 2007 First Amendment Award at a ceremony yesterd...

November 7, 2007

County To Help Shops Affected by Fire

By Tom Standifer

In an effort to aid small businesses affected by the Zaca Fire, 35th District Assemblyman Pedro Nava is helping local shops receive state aid.

November 7, 2007

SB Plan Aims to Reduce Energy Use

By Bianca Licata

In an effort to become the country's environmental leader, the City of Santa Barbara has passed the new Energy Ordinance - a resolution that seeks to make the city 40 percent more energy efficient than any other locale i...

November 7, 2007

Project Aims to Remodel SB Facility

By Rachael Mattovich Reporter

Local organizations have invited artists, architects and designers to sketch out some new plans and redesign the Family Resource Room at the Child and Family Services Building in downtown Santa Barbara.

November 7, 2007

Parking Oversight Committee Reconsiders Plan

By Mackenzie Weinger

At yesterday's Parking Ratepayer Board meeting, members discussed parking access for temporarily disabled members of the community and the validity of maintaining certain lots on campus.

November 6, 2007

Authorities Hold Ex-A.S. President for Evaluation

By Staff

Former Associated Students President Cervin Morris was detained yesterday after he allegedly disturbed Goleta emergency staff.

November 6, 2007

SF Court Maintains UC Must Pay

By Staff

A San Francisco appeals court has upheld a decision ordering the University of California to pay its former professional students a $33.8 million payout awarded in a 2006 class action lawsuit.

November 6, 2007

KCSB Launches Annual Funding Drive

By S.F.

In a 10-day extravaganza of musical performances and broadcasts, KCSB 91.9 FM's annual fund drive aims to garner pledges and support from the campus and local community.

November 6, 2007

Council Candidates Face Off in Odd-Year Election

By Evan Wagstaff

Today registered Santa Barbara City residents will have a chance to elect three out of eight city council candidates and decide upon a measure that would temporarily extend the term of those seats.

November 6, 2007

Dennis Miller Returns to TV Tonight

By Natalie Rehkopf

Sports enthusiasts will get a fresh and funny view on the world of sports this week as the Versus network premiers its new show, "Sports Unfiltered With Dennis Miller," tonight at 10 EST.

November 6, 2007