How Far Is Isla Vista From the Thomas Fire?

Click through the map for more details on the Thomas Fire and its distance from UCSB and Isla Vista.

UC Santa Barbara Gym Will Accept Nearly 200 Evacuees from Thomas Fire

Evacuations from Ventura began Tuesday morning, according to the Ventura County Fire Department Public Information Office.

WATCH: Fireworks and Couch Burnings From the I.V. Power Outage

Watch the events as they unfolded from the three-hour-long power outage Monday night.

Isla Vista, Santa Barbara County Under Air Quality Warning Due to Ventura Fire

Gov. Jerry Brown declared a state of emergency in Ventura County Tuesday morning.

Story in Pictures: The Great I.V. Blackout

Kicking off dead week with some added stress, Isla Vista was plunged into darkness late Monday night, likely as a result of raging fires in Ventura County. Many students abandoned studying to storm DP amidst cold weather, blasting music, illegal fireworks and burning couches. Here are exclusive photos straight from UCSB’s night without power.

Tenants’ Rights Lawyer Offers Advice to Frustrated I.V. Residents at Town Hall

The Isla Vista Tenants Union hosted a town hall Thursday evening to discuss problems between tenants and landlords and educate students about their rights when renting in I.V.

The Secret Life of Jerseys: An Alum’s Quest to Rep UCSB Men’s Soccer

Life as a Gaucho doesn’t last for just four years. Being a Gaucho last for a lifetime. Class of 1995 alum Mike Heid takes us through his journey for a UCSB men’s soccer jersey.

July 2017 Whittier Fire May Have Effect on Lake Cachuma Water Quality

The Whittier fire that burned through Santa Barbara County in July could have a lasting detrimental effect on the water quality in Lake Cachuma, a main water source for the county.

CSD Discusses Mediation Program Between Tenants and Landlords

The Isla Vista Community Services District began discussions to develop a new tenant-landlord mediation program on Tuesday, Nov. 28, at their board of directors meeting.

After Repairs, El Centro Will Be Ready for Use by January

After almost a year of confusion, anger and dialogue surrounding the future El Centro, the historical building will be ready for full use by the start of Winter Quarter.