News

October 19, 2007

Reckless Driving Kills Two Teens in Goleta Accident

By Evan Wagstaff

A head-on collision on Calle Real at Mendocino Drive in Goleta resulted in the death of two local teenagers on Wednesday and a DUI charge.

October 19, 2007

Web Site Promotes Student Nightlife

By Tom Standifer

Taking a Web page out of Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook, the Internet's latest social networking site, College Tonight, plans to get students away from the computer and into the nightclub.

October 19, 2007

Sorority Raises Money to Aid Fight Against Cancer

By Antonio Dominikovic Reporter

In an effort to combat breast cancer, Alpha Kappa Delta Phi is hosting a monthlong campaign filled with fundraisers and pink T-shirts.

October 19, 2007

Plan Aims to Improve Traffic in I.V.

By Gabriella Lujan Reporter

Santa Barbara County officials have determined that wider is better as they prepare to add two lanes to El Colegio Road alongside Isla Vista.

October 19, 2007

Bingo Was Her Name-O

By Staff

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October 18, 2007

Jackson Confirms CA Senate Candidacy

By Kristin Ferrell

Former state assemblywoman and KCSB 91.9 FM commentator Hannah-Beth Jackson announced her decision to run in the California State Senate race for the 19th District yesterday afternoon.

October 18, 2007

Notable Journalist Speaks to UCSB on Immigration Policy

By Allison Bailey

Recalling his own childhood as the offspring of immigrant parents, and referencing New York City's history, former New York Post Editor in Chief Pete Hamill addressed Campbell Hall last night in defense of immigration.

October 18, 2007

DEA Places Brief Ban on New Pot Shops in Goleta

By Travis Miller

The City of Goleta, responding to possible interference by the federal government, has placed a temporary moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries, preventing the establishment of any new pot shops in town.

October 18, 2007

Campus Groups Table at Annual Faire

By Todd Prodanovich

Whether seeking to protect livestock from hungry burger eaters or just trying to locate lost girlfriends, UCSB students found what they were looking for yesterday at the 23rd Annual Activities Fair in Storke Plaza.

October 18, 2007

I.V. Clues In on Blue Bin Recycling

By Nick Kennedy

A newer, bluer Isla Vista emerged last week after several recycling bins were delivered to various residences in the community.

October 18, 2007

A.S. Approves Funding for Dennis Prager Speech

By Mackenzie Weinger

After a lengthy debate regarding a controversial Finance Board allocation, the Associated Students Legislative Council approved the funding of Islamo-Fascism Awareness Week.

October 18, 2007

Police Blotter

By Staff

Maybe He Should Go Back to Sesame Street Sunday, Oct. 7, 12:29 a.m. - Two deputies patrolling the 6600 block of Del Playa Drive saw a man walking around the corner of an apartment complex while a second man played lookou...

October 17, 2007

Authorities Seek Stabbing Suspect in Second Assault

By Dana Olsen

Following the hospital release of stab victim and UCSB student Eli Weiner on Monday, another witness came forward to police yesterday claiming the suspect assaulted him the same evening the incident occurred.

October 17, 2007

Officials Identify Victims, Driver of Alleged DUI Crash

By Staff

The two women killed in Sunday's alleged drunk-driving accident in Montecito were identified as Sara Elizabeth Pezzimenti and Kelly Marie Ruiz.

October 17, 2007

A.S., Goleta Bars Agree to Sponsor Bill’s Bus Fee

By Dana Olsen

Bowlers and karaoke fans alike can leave their keys at home on Wednesday nights and still enjoy a night out thanks to the renewal of a program this fall that gives students free Bill's Bus rides to Zodo's and Old Town Ta...

October 17, 2007

Donation To Enhance UCSB Stem Cell Research

By Marie V. Recalde

UCSB's proposed Center for Stem Cell Biology and Engineering has received a $3 million grant, creating an endowed chair to attract a new administrator.