News

February 4, 2005

Chief Vittum Retires From SB Fire Force

By Lindsey Clodfelter

Deputy Chief Steve Vittum of the Santa Barbara County Fire Dept. celebrated his retirement yesterday after fighting fires for 36 years, 31 of which were served in Santa Barbara.

February 4, 2005

Feb. 4, 2005

By Matt Dozier

Officers on patrol in a marked police vehicle spotted a 19-year-old man wandering through the carwash area on the 6500 block of Madrid Road, a situation that would have been unremarkable, if not for one minor detail.

February 3, 2005

University-Owned Housing Signups Commence Today

By Jason La

After a computer glitch caused two days of delay, university technicians said the website that allows continuing students to sign up for the university-owned housing lottery will be ready for use today at noon.

February 3, 2005

Puerto Vallarta, SB Participate in Police Trade

By Mollie Vandor

Three police officers from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico are getting a look at law enforcement north of the border thanks to an exchange program between their station and the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Dept.

February 3, 2005

Fee Hopes To Relieve Medical Bills

By Kristen Craig Reporter

A lock-in fee proposed by the UCSB Recreation Dept. could help students finance their non-emergency medical bills. The department is asking an $0.89 per quarter per student fee initiative to raise money for the Student M...

February 3, 2005

Judicial Council Draws A.S. Members From Leg Meeting

By Kaitlin Pike

Associated Students Legislative Council almost failed to meet quorum Wednesday night after one council member left to protest the absence of several other Leg Council members.

February 3, 2005

Writing Scholars To Gather at UCSB

By Drew Mackie

More than 250 educators are convening on the UCSB campus this weekend to talk about writing - from the effect of blogs on language to the difficulty of teaching writing in rural schools.

February 3, 2005

All Work and No Play Makes Jack a Dull Boy

By Staff

February 2, 2005

I.V. Store Violates Liquor Laws

By Drew Mackie

Keg N' Bottle, the Isla Vista grocery store formerly known as Mac's Market, is facing a 25-day suspension of its liquor license or a fine as high as $20,000 for selling alcohol to an underage buyer.

February 2, 2005

Firestone Aims to Accomplish Goals

By Kristen Richer

Armed with a carefully selected staff and an intimate knowledge of local politics, 3rd District Supervisor Brooks Firestone says he is ready to deliver on the promises he made to voters during his campaign last March.

February 2, 2005

Authorities Begin Investigation Into Alleged Assault

By Kaitlin Pike

Officers from the UC Police Dept. (UCPD) are currently working to identify a man who may have sexually assaulted a woman last weekend on Storke Field.

February 2, 2005

DP Park Plans End After Years of Negotiations

By Nikki Moore

Local activists fighting for the creation of an open-space park on the 6700 block of Del Playa Drive did not get the answer they were looking for at the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday morning.

February 2, 2005

CalPIRG Reveals Textbook Study, Demands Action

By Kristopher Daams

UCSB students pay more for textbooks, on average, than any other UC, according to a new study released by the California Public Interest Research Group (CalPIRG).

February 2, 2005

Public Joins Council to Plan Goleta

By Lindsey Clodfelter

Goleta residents got a chance to have their say in the city's future last week, helping shape the city's general plan by attending workshops hosted by the Goleta City Council.

February 2, 2005

Rainy Days To Cost Forest Millions

By Jerrod Heiser

The heavy rains in January took a destructive and expensive toll on the Los Padres National Forest (LPNF), causing up to an estimated $6 million in damage.