UCSB, Munger Respond to Avalanche of Backlash over Dormzilla
Thousands have signed petitions created by architectural historians and students to halt the project.
Author: Tyler Hayden
The News Letter: Where There’s Smoke, There’s Barrett
Council candidate keeps tripping over the truth.
Architect Resigns in Protest over UCSB Mega-Dorm
He criticizes Munger Hall as “a social and psychological experiment” with unknown consequences.
State Orders Independent Audit of Bellosguardo Foundation Finances
The Attorney General’s office gave the nonprofit a month to comply.
The News Letter: Another Big Party at Bellosguardo
Another slap in Santa Barbara’s face.
Reed Returns Campaign Funds After FPPC Complaint
Plus, see who’s giving to whom in the mayoral and city council races.
From Felon to Fighter: The Redemption of Jose Santana
The Santa Barbara County resident is among the first to have his criminal record expunged under a new state law.
Discussions with the Candidates: Santa Barbara City Council District 6
‘Independent’ Senior Editor Tyler Hayden chats with Meagan Harmon, Nina Johnson, and Jason Carlton.
Hotel Californian Sued Over $45,000 Deposit for Wedding Canceled by COVID
The couple alleged the posh Santa Barbara resort illegally withheld the funds.
From City Kid to Los Padres Forest Ranger
Meet Daryl Hodges, new head of the Santa Barbara District.