Students Reflect on the 2020 Presidential Elections and Prepare for Political Divisiveness

The Isla Vista Community Services District says there is little to no concern for violent demonstrations and that law enforcement has not provided any information on possible threats in the area.

Victim in ‘Suspicious Death’ at Campus Point was a UCSB Community Member

As of Saturday at 3:45 p.m., no one is in custody, according to Barbara Ross, executive assistant to Santa Barbara County District Attorney Joyce Dudley.

2020 Election Results: Santa Barbara County Victories

With an 84% voter turnout as of Nov. 12, over 197,000 Santa Barbara County voters casted their ballots in this year’s national election. 

Learning From Spring and Summer, Professors Pilot Revisions to Remote Instruction for Fall Quarter

As for their outlook on fall quarter and beyond, professors are cautiously optimistic.

CCBER Adapts To Continue Restoration Efforts Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered the center’s restoration operations, which normally rely on student workers and volunteers to manage the university’s vast ecological footprint. 

iV Menus Owner Patrick Galoustian Sentenced to 18 Years in State Prison

After accepting a plea deal in December 2019, it took over nine months and nine separate hearings for Galoustian to receive his sentence.

Twitch or Treat: I.V. CSD and Lucidity Hold Virtual Halloween Celebration

The festival featured cash incentives for costume and pumpkin-carving contests, live music and Zoom dance sessions. 

iVMenus Owner Sentencing Postponed for Eighth Time, Rescheduled to Tomorrow

Galoustian’s sentencing date was postponed for the eighth time to accommodate his last-minute request for an in-person sentencing. 

UCSB Denying to Release Data On Pay, Job Positions of Employees of Color

UCSB has refused several times to release the information, which the Daily Nexus requested in August through the CPRA.

In the Driver’s Seat: Prop 22 May Have Consequences for I.V. Gig Workers

As the future of ridesharing apps is on the California ballot, students in I.V. working for rideshare and delivery companies spoke to the Nexus about how Proposition 22 would affect them.