Shows
KCSB NewsSB County Board of Supervisors Allocate $240,000 to Local Immigrant Legal Defense CenterWith the significant increase in immigration enforcement across California, the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors made a last-minute decision to fund mental health support for families impacted by ICE presence. KCSB’s Devon Szalva has more.
This story was written and reported by KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez.
2025-06-2402 min
KCSB NewsMonday Newscast Headlines - 4/7/25KCSB's Joyce Chi brings you the headlines in local, national, and international news from the Monday, April 7 Newscast.
Correction: Benjamin Netanyahu is the Prime Minister of Israel, not the President.
--
Tonight's headlines were written by Lisa Osborn and Joyce Chi, with reporting contributions by Ray Briare.
Photo description: Demonstrators gather in Santa Barbara as part of 'Hands Off' protests against the Trump administration. (KCSB News)
2025-04-0810 min
KCSB NewsGoleta City Council Reviews 2025-2027 Strategic PlanOn February 18, the Goleta City Council held a workshop to review and refine its 2025-2027 Strategic Plan, which outlines the city’s priorities for the next two years. The meeting featured discussions on revisions of the strategic plan, with council members and the public commenting on issues such as Old Town development, affordable housing, and language accessibility, and etc. KCSB’s Eva Wang reports.
2025-02-2003 min
KCSB NewsAn Update on the Proposed Reflection Room at UCSBEfforts are underway at UC Santa Barbara to establish a permanent Reflection Room on campus. To learn more about where the project stands, KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to AS Senator Eemaan Wahidullah, who’s been leading these efforts.
2025-02-2004 minKCSB NewsHow Santa Barbara County Could Be Affected by Federal Cuts to Public MediaConcerns arise as Washington, D.C. moves to cut funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, raising fears that public media may not be able to function at full capacity. Alice Dehghanzadeh with KCSB News has more.
2025-02-2002 min
KCSB NewsAJP Poetry Circle 1 Year AnniversaryThis week, Academics for Justice in Palestine joined in community to mark the first anniversary of their community poetry circles. KCSB's Kelly Darroch attended the event and spoke to Professor Ghosh of AJP.
2025-02-2003 min
KCSB NewsIV Celebrates "Forward Ever, Backward Never" Event During Black History MonthBlack student organizations came together yesterday to celebrate Black History Month and the late Elroy Pinks. KCSB’s Rosie Bultman has more.
2025-02-2002 minKCSB NewsPresidents Day Protests in Santa BarbaraIn cities all around the United States, people gathered to protest the Trump Administration on Presidents Day. Santa Barbara was one of these cities, with roughly 200 people marching down State Street in opposition of President Trump’s policies. KCSB’s Elizabeth Lane has more.
2025-02-2002 min
KCSB NewsSBIFF: 'Following Harry'One of the documentary films featured during the 40th annual SBIFF was Susanne Rostock’s film 'Following Harry,' which chronicles the last 12 years of Mr. Harry Belafonte’s life and activism. KCSB’s Kelly Darroch spoke with Susanne Rostock to discuss her experience creating the film and her friendship over the years with Mr. Belafonte.
2025-02-1926 min
KCSB NewsInside IV: New AUDs Bring More Residents to IVSome Isla Vista property owners are adding accessory dwelling units (AUDs) to backyards, and other long term residents are concerned that the packed living conditions will make it harder to evacuate in a disaster, and even harder for emergency first responders to get in. KCSB's Clarissa How speaks with local residents and Eleanor Gartner in 2nd District County Supervisor Laura Capps's office. KCSB's Abbey Guerrero speaks with a student resident who lives on a property where an AUD is being built. Plus, fund drive pitches - and SBIFF coverage. KCSB's Kelly Darroch speaks with the filmmaker behind a documentary about...
2025-02-1933 min
KCSB NewsUnderstanding the CA TRUTH Act and CA TRUST ActIn the wake of the Trump presidency, the undocumented community have voiced their concern for their safety. To explain more about their protections, KCSB's Mavis Holley breaks down the CA TRUTH Act and CA TRUST Act.
2025-02-1902 min
KCSB NewsUniversity of California Students Sue Department of Education Over Data Sharing ConcernsThe University of California Student Association has sued the Department of Education to block the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing student financial aid data, citing concerns over potential data misuse for immigration enforcement. A federal judge has temporarily halted DOGE’s access, and the block is only in effect until Monday 2/17 as the case proceeds. This voicer was recorded before the judge’s decision. For more on the lawsuit, KCSB’s Eva Wang reports.
2025-02-1701 min
KCSB NewsAngelina Jolie Receives Maltin Modern Masters Award at SBIFFKCSB’s Emerson Good interviewed both Leonard Maltin and Angelina Jolie on the red carpet of the SBIFF.
2025-02-1703 minKCSB News805 UndocuFund's Support for Undocumented Residents Amid New Immigration PoliciesIn a climate of heightened immigration enforcement, the 805 UndocuFund has emerged as a beacon of support for undocumented residents on California's Central Coast. The organization has recently taken on the critical role of verifying and tracking ICE activity in the region. KCSB’s Tessa Niu spoke to Executive Director Primitiva Hernandez to learn more.
2025-02-1707 min
KCSB NewsAS Senate Proposes Constitutional Amendments in Winter Special ElectionThe AS Senate at UC Santa Barbara is putting forth three constitutional amendments for students to vote on. These focus on restructuring the Senate, allowing extensions in elections, and changing oversight duties for two executive positions. KCSB’s Joyce Chi explains the amendments and why one proposal drew controversy, including a veto and an injunction.
View the Winter Special Election ballot here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_zdY4WM8uhJ07WE8wAFYyfvZDlgJQ55tegVL_CTDXwE/edit?usp=sharing.
Music credit: Front Runner by Blue Dot Sessions
2025-02-1614 min
KCSB NewsThe Superior Court of Santa Barbara Issues Policy About Immigration Enforcement at CourthousesAs the Trump administration brings about new immigration enforcement policies, Santa Barbara County makes efforts to clarify the rights of the Courts when interacting with immigration enforcement agencies. KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez has the latest.
2025-02-1601 min
KCSB NewsTrump Threatens Department of Education Closure (Full-Length Ver.)On February 11th, the Department of Government Efficiency announced 900 millions dollars in cuts to a program that tracks K-12 learning in the US. This is in line with President Donald Trump's earlier moves. In January, Trump announced his intention to shut down the Department of Education, and moved to promote school choice measures. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst speaks with AJ Rice about cuts to the Department of Education.
Photo credit: Courtesy of C-SPAN
2025-02-1534 min
KCSB NewsSable Pipeline Inches Closer to RestartA federal agency has granted the Sable Offshore Oil Corporation a key piece of approval for restarting operations for their gaviota coast pipeline. Environmental groups worry of another massive oil spill. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has the story.
2025-02-1403 min
KCSB NewsNetanyahu Says Fighting Will Resume in Gaza if Hamas Delays Hostage ReleaseNetanyahu ordered troops to mobilize around Gaza and warned of a possible end to the ceasefire after Hamas, citing a lack of supplies and blocking the delivery of humanitarian aid from the Israeli side of the deal, announced an indefinite delay in hostage releases.
Rebecca Le Jeune, KCSB News.
2025-02-1403 min
KCSB NewsTrump Threatens Department of Education Closure (Abridged Ver.)On February 11th, the Department of Government Efficiency announced 900 millions dollars in cuts to a program that tracks K-12 learning in the US. This is in line with President Donald Trump's earlier moves. In January, Trump announced his intention to shut down the Department of Education, and moved to promote school choice measures. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst speaks with AJ Rice about cuts to the Department of Education.
Photo credit: Courtesy of C-SPAN
2025-02-1316 min
KCSB NewsInside IV: Mindfulness, Healing and Angelina JolieA new club at UCSB is teaching mindfulness to IV students of all ages, and IV has another new coffee shop. KCSB's Emerson Good speaks with an IV resident who lost her family home in the recent fires in Los Angeles, and takes you to the red carpet of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF), for a brief conversation with Angelina Jolie. This is a special fund drive episode of Inside Isla Vista, so you will hear from our host how the immersive learning opportunities offered at KCSB and KCSB News can benefit emerging journalists and communicators. To donate...
2025-02-1228 min
KCSB NewsLa Casa de la Raza’s Response to ICE Operations in Santa Barbara (Full-Length Ver.)Following recent ICE activity in Santa Barbara, La Casa de la Raza is working to support and inform affected immigrant communities. KCSB’s Eva Wang spoke with Jacqueline Inda about the impact, legal protections, and community efforts to assist those at risk.
2025-02-1124 min
KCSB NewsLa Casa de la Raza’s Response to ICE Operations in Santa Barbara (Abridged Ver.)Following recent ICE activity in Santa Barbara, La Casa de la Raza is working to support and inform affected immigrant communities. KCSB’s Eva Wang spoke with Jacqueline Inda about the impact, legal protections, and community efforts to assist those at risk.
Photo credit: Courtesy of Jacqueline Inda
2025-02-1113 min
KCSB NewsCity of Santa Barbara Takes Local Landlord to Court with Criminal ChargesTenants in a Santa Barbara apartment complex have organized to stop illegal evictions, and have announced a rent strike. The City of Santa Barbara is now pressing criminal charges against the landlord. KCSB's Ray Briare has more.
2025-02-1101 min
KCSB NewsTrump's "National Energy Emergency" Declaration Impacts the Future of Energy PolicyA "National Energy Emergency" was declared by President Trump last month. KCSB's Devon Szalva talked to Professor Ranjit Deshmukh about possible outcomes of future energy policy.
Audio credit: US Department of State
2025-02-1106 min
KCSB NewsBird Flu Causes Egg Prices to Soar NationwideBird flu is the leading cause for the major surge in egg prices over the last couple weeks. This virus poses additional threats to humans, aside from the soaring prices. KCSB's Rose Friedrich has the story.
Photo credit: Courtesy of Pexel Stock Photos
2025-02-0702 min
KCSB NewsLeaked Documents Expose Israeli Military's Alliance with Microsoft and OpenAIA joint investigation by +972 Magazine and Local Call revealed documents showing that the Israeli army uses services by Microsoft and Open AI's GPT-4 language model to gather intelligence and used these services to conduct operational activity in Gaza. KCSB's Emily Kimmel has the story.
2025-02-0702 min
KCSB NewsIsla Vista Co-op Investigates Break InThe Isla Vista Co-op was broken into on Saturday, February 1st; the suspect is still at large. KCSB's Devon Szalva has the story.
2025-02-0700 min
KCSB NewsExplaining Trump's InaugurationPresident Trump's inauguration broke records for the amount of funding it received - KCSB's Annabelle Hurst explains inaugural fundraising.
2025-02-0403 min
KCSB NewsAbortion Access Linked to Future Economic and Educational SuccessProfessor Catherine Taylor studies Sociology at UCSB and recently worked on a project detailing the socioeconomic outcomes for those with abortion access. She explained to KCSB's Clarissa Hom that the implications of the paper are far-reaching beyond just abortion policies. She urges listeners to think about abortion access as encompassing not just the procedure itself, but also reproductive justice as a whole.
2025-02-0414 minKCSB NewsInterview With Eleanor Gartner on Immigration Policy in Santa BarbaraKCSB's Emily Kimmel interviewed Eleanor Gartner, the communication director for Laura Capps, to discuss Trump's new immigration policy and how it may affect our local area.
2025-02-0409 minKCSB NewsSanta Barbara County Fire Department Warns Residents About Wildfire PreparednessSanta Barbara County officials held a public meeting to address the growing concerns about fire preparedness in the community, emphasizing the role of individual responsibility. KCSB’s Elizabeth Lane has more.
2025-02-0403 min
KCSB NewsImpacts of LA Fires on CA's Housing ShortageThe wildfires that have been raging across Los Angeles County, including in the Pacific Palisades and Altadena, are putting an even bigger crunch on the state's already tight housing market. KCSB's Robert Stark speaks with Cal Matters columnist, Dan Walters about the impact of the fires on California's housing crisis and the rebuilding process.
Photo credit: Courtesy of Scott Safechuck/SBC Fire
2025-02-0107 minKCSB NewsSBMTD Seeks Public Input on Proposed Bus Fare IncreasesThe public is invited to share their opinion on MTD increasing their bus fares by 50 cents or 75 cents. KCSB’s Anvi Murarka has more.
2025-02-0101 min
KCSB NewsWhat To Do When Presented a Warrant by ICEAs President Trump enters his second term, he encouraged senior ICE to upscale their daily arrest from a few hundred to over 1200, as reported by the Washington post. As communities report the growing presence of ICE nationwide, KCSB’s Omar Opeyany explains the difference between ICE Warrants and judicial warrants.
2025-02-0102 minKCSB NewsWhat Bills Did Carbajal Write and Sponsor in 2024?Congressman Salud Carbajal has been reelected to represent the 24th district of California. What does his past record look like? KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez has the story.
2025-02-0103 minKCSB NewsSanta Barbara County Judges Accused of MisconductThe Commission on Judicial Performance, an independent state agency that investigates judicial misconduct, publicly called out two local judges. KCSB’s Elizabeth Lane has more.
2025-02-0102 minKCSB NewsGoleta City Council Discusses Hospital Exemption from EV Reach CodeGoleta City Council discussed an amendment to the Electric Vehicle reach codes that would allow hospitals to be exempt from following the reach code. KCSB’s El Messerschmitt explains what Electric Vehicle reach codes are and what was discussed during the meeting.
2025-02-0102 minKCSB NewsDrought Conditions and Fire Caution in Santa Barbara CountyWhen should Santa Barbra County worry about their water supply? County officials make sense of fluctuating water sources and dry climate. As fires revenge California, can Santa Barbra rely on rainfall to alleviate fire concerns? KCSB's Mavis Holley explains.
2025-02-0103 min
KCSB NewsUCSB Scientists on What Trump's New NIH Restrictions Mean for ResearchSome changes to federal health and research policy are not unusual when transitioning between presidents. However, the new restrictions on the National Institutes of Health under a second Trump administration have worried many researchers. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to two neuroscientists at UC Santa Barbara – Drs. Karen Szumlinski and Tommy Sprague – to hear their thoughts on the matter.
UPDATE (2/5): Dr. Sprague said he was notified on Feb. 3 that study sections would continue as normal.
UPDATE (2/3): An NIH researcher who wished to remain anonymous told KCSB News that the agency's acting director said that as of Feb. 3, travel is still “not perm...
2025-01-2811 min
KCSB NewsA Religious Studies Professor on Bishop Mariann Budde’s SermonBishop Mariann Budde delivered a sermon, directed at President Trump, following his inauguration. Hayden Stengler with KCSB News spoke with Dr. Kathleen Moore, a religious studies professor at UC Santa Barbara, to learn more.
Photo credit: C-SPAN
2025-01-2806 minKCSB NewsHow Undocumented Students Are Protected Under FERPAFERPA is responsible for monitoring and protecting all educational agencies' disclosure of their students' identifiable information. KCSB’s Mavis Holley is here to break down what this means for undocumented students.
2025-01-2801 min
KCSB NewsSBIFF 2025 Press Conference and Poster UnveilingThe 40th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival is approaching in February. Ahead of the event, a press conference was held to unveil the official poster, as well as address concerns amidst the tragic Los Angeles fires. KCSB’s Kelly Darroch attended and spoke with the festival’s director Roger Durling and the poster artist, Mary Heebner.
2025-01-2805 minKCSB NewsSanta Barbara County Addresses its Rapidly Aging PopulationThe report “Aging Well in Santa Barbara County” was released last week to tackle the challenges that come with the rapidly aging population. KCSB’s Alice Dehghanzadeh has more.
2025-01-2701 minKCSB NewsSanta Barbara Supervisors Pass Motion Requiring Cannabis Greenhouses to Install Odor Control SystemsLast week, the Santa Barbara Board of Supervisors approved a proposal requiring cannabis greenhouse operations to install odor control systems called "scrubbers". KCSB's Annabelle Hurst has the story.
2025-01-2703 minKCSB NewsElon Musk Stirs Controversy Over “Gesture” at Trump’s InaugurationElon Musk sparked a heated debate during President Trump’s inauguration with a gesture that many people including historians and politicians have criticized as a Nazi salute. While Musk continues to dismiss the criticism, supporters have come up with various explanations for his gesture and some have even embraced it. KCSB’s Tessa Niu has more.
2025-01-2702 minKCSB NewsPresident Trump’s Relationship With The Media Over TimeTo gain a deeper understanding of Donald Trump's relationship with the media, KCSB's William Yang spoke with Dr. Dan Lane, an assistant professor in the Department of Communication at the University of California Santa Barbara. The discussion centered on Trump's evolving rhetoric, his adversarial stance towards mainstream media, and his perceived 'alliance' with certain media outlets. As a specialist in communication behavior, Dr. Lane explained the implications of Trump's hostility towards the media, his strategic reasons for this approach, and its potential impact on the media landscape.
2025-01-2607 min
KCSB NewsSanta Barbara Honors the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King at Downtown RallyThe legacy of the late Reverend Doctor Dr Martin Luther King Junior was celebrated on Monday, January 20, in a rally at De La Guerra Plaza. The rally, along with several other annual events, was presented by the MLK Jr. Committee of Santa Barbara. KCSB”s Lisa Osborn has the story.
2025-01-2503 min
KCSB NewsNew Emergency Communication Towers in Isla VistaKCSB's Sofia Aliamus speaks with A.S.'s External Vice President of Local Affairs, Owen Meyers, about a new proposal regarding the safety of Isla Vista residents via BlueLight Communication Towers.
2025-01-2407 min
KCSB NewsInside IV: UCSB Reads The Book of DelightsHundreds of UCSB students have picked up their copy of this year's UCSB Reads book, The Book of Delights by Ross Gay. KCSB's Kelly Darroch spoke with UCSB librarian Sara Kelly about the book and some events planned for this year's edition of the popular community-wide reading program. KCSB-FM 91.9 will be reading portions of the book on Wednesdays at 5pm, beginning March 5.
2025-01-1725 minKCSB NewsICE Raid in Kern County Sparks Fears Across Southern CaliforniaAn Immigrations and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, raid in Kern County has sparked fears within California’s migrant community. Since then, posts warning of ICE presence have been circulating on social media accounts across Southern California---which the Los Angeles Times called a “hoax”. KCSB's Rosie Bultman speaks with Chicano studies professor Dr. Armbruster-Sandoval to learn more.
2025-01-1707 min
KCSB NewsMeet Goleta Valley Library's New Supervising LibrarianA UC Santa Barbara alum is now the supervising librarian at the Goleta Valley Library. KCSB's Rosie Bultman spoke with the new librarian, Kim Crail, to learn more about the importance of community libraries, and why she loves her work.
2025-01-1706 minKCSB NewsThe City of Goleta Receives a Grant for the San Jose Multipurpose Path ProjectThe City of Goleta received a $11.6 million grant for the San Jose Multipurpose Path Project, improving bike and pedestrian connectivity. Alice Dehghanzadeh with KCSB News has more.
2025-01-1701 min
KCSB News“Walk With Us” to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.To kickstart the weekend of events held in Santa Barbara to Honor the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. legacy, a silent march was held today. KCSB's Ashley Segat has more.
2025-01-1602 min
KCSB NewsInside IV: Spotlight on the IV Food CoopFor over 50 years, Isla Vista residents and students have counted on the Isla Vista Food Coop for fresh groceries, a grab-and-go meal or a place to meet friends on the shady patio out front. Find out what's new at the IV Food Coop, their new location in downtown Santa Barbara and why it's important to support this local community treasure. KCSB's Lisa Osborn speaks with Tyler Marton, IV Food Coop board member, to learn more.
2025-01-1528 min
KCSB NewsDirect Relief Discusses Immediate Fire Relief Efforts in LADirect Relief spokesperson Brea Burkholz talked to KCSB's Ashley Segat about how they are aiding families affected by the continually-growing fires in LA County.
(Photo credit: Courtesy of Direct Relief)
2025-01-1404 minKCSB NewsHow This State Homelessness Program Could Change Under TrumpCalAIM is a statewide program run under MediCal, California’s health insurance program for low-income people. The program uses federal Medicaid money to help homeless people find and secure housing, but some worry about what a second Trump administration could mean for its future. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to CalMatters’ Marisa Kendall to find out more.
2025-01-1407 min
KCSB NewsThe Controversy Over Incarcerated and Private Firefighters in the LA WildfiresThe Los Angeles wildfires have raged on for nearly a week. Among those battling the fires are incarcerated firefighters and private firefighters, both of which have sparked controversy. KCSB’s Joyce Chi explains.
(Photo credit: Courtesy of the LA County Fire Department)
2025-01-1403 minKCSB NewsRoy Lee Sworn Into County Board of SupervisorsThe Santa Barbara Board of Supervisors has a new member. Restaurant owner Roy Lee was sworn in at this week’s board of supervisors meeting. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has more.
2025-01-0901 minKCSB NewsAmerica’s Most Dangerous Chemical Is Also Its Most UnregulatedAlthough formaldehyde is a pervasive and dangerous chemical, the EPA has taken little action to research and regulate it. KCSB News' Devon Szalva talks to Sharon Lerner of ProPublica about the dangers of formaldehyde, historical failure to address its cancerous effects, and how things will change after Trump's inauguration.
2025-01-0806 minKCSB NewsChamber of Commerce Sues California Over New Labor LawAs unions make waves across the country, states are passing bills to support workers before Donald Trump takes office. But businesses and corporations are fighting back. The latest: California’s Chamber of Commerce is suing the state over a newly signed bill meant to protect workers. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has more.
2025-01-0802 minKCSB NewsSalud Carbajal on His New Term in CongressThe Central Coast’s Representative in Congress is weighing in on the incoming president’s threat of mass deportations - and explains what he did to help protect our coastline from offshore oil drilling ahead of this month’s presidential transition in Washington. KCSB’s Lisa Osborn has the story.
2025-01-0805 min
KCSB NewsUCSB Researchers Against War Seek Separation of Campus & MilitaryUCSB's Researchers Against War has been working together for a little over a year now to highlight and organize against the US military’s involvement in university research and recruitment, in particular regarding connections to the ongoing War on Gaza. KCSB's Zoha Malik speaks with three grad students in the group to learn more about their ongoing efforts and findings.
Project link: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/f15aca7e0f2640cda46edf9bc77e3777
(Photo credit: Ashley Segat)
2025-01-0727 min
KCSB NewsJudge Quashes UCPD Search Warrant for Pro-Palestine Instagram AccountsPolice at UCSB want to force Meta to identify the creators of the Instagram accounts UCSBLiberatedZone and SayGenocideUCSB, and anyone else who posted, liked, or even viewed those Instagram pages. On Friday, December 20, a Santa Barbara Court said no, and quashed the search warrant. KCSB's Ray Briare has more.
Photo credit: KCSB News file photo
2024-12-2411 minKCSB NewsElection Reactions: Young Democratic Socialists of AmericaAs the dust settles on a high-stakes 2024 election, student political organizations across campuses are regrouping, reflecting, and preparing for the road ahead. KCSB's Tessa Niu speaks with Isabella Ferraro, who shares how YDSA is responding to the election’s outcome.
2024-12-1912 minKCSB NewsSanta Barbara Country Discusses Expansion of Northern Branch JailSanta Barbara County held a virtual meeting on December 4th to discuss plans to expand the Northern Branch Jail in Santa Maria and gather community feedback, aiming to create a safer and more rehabilitative environment for inmates. KCSB’s Eva Wang has the story.
2024-12-1903 minKCSB NewsAn Interview With Gregg ArakiThis past Tuesday, December 17th, celebrated the birthday of filmmaker and UCSB alum Gregg Araki. Back in March of this year, we were joined with Araki at the Pollock Theatre for a screening of his newly restored 90s classic, Nowhere, in addition to a Q&A. This event was co-sponsored by UCSB’s film and media studies program, and our very own KCSB-FM. Araki is known for directing films such as Mysterious Skin, The Doom Generation, Smiley Face, his work on the show 13 Reasons Why, amongst other films. His film ‘Nowhere’, along with the other films within his Teen Apocalypse Trilog...
2024-12-1802 minKCSB NewsElection Reactions With Associate Professor of Religious Studies Joseph BlankholmWhat can the results of the 2024 election tell us about Americans, religion in government, and the future of academic freedom? KCSB's Ashley Lewis speaks with associate professor of religious studies Joseph Blankholm to find out.
2024-12-1716 min
KCSB NewsSanta Barbara County Hears Feedback on TransitEvery year, Santa Barbara county asks residents what their unmet transit needs are, as is mandated by state law. This year's forum featured concerns over bike safety, sidewalk infrastructure, and bus accessibility. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has more.
2024-12-1204 minKCSB NewsLocal Food Workers Union Celebrates Blockage of Kroger-Albertsons Mega MergerKroger and Albertsons have been pursuing a merger since 2022. This Tuesday, December 10th, the effort was temporarily blocked by a federal Judge. KCSB's Rosie Bultman speaks with Michael Bott, Produce Manager for Vons in Santa Barbara and member of UFCW 770, to get his perspective on the news.
2024-12-1206 min
KCSB NewsChumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary Goes Into EffectThe Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary was first nominated in 2015. Almost a decade later, the sanctuary is now finally in effect, protecting more than 4,500 square miles of the ocean. KCSB’s Joyce Chi spoke to the Chairwoman Violet Sage Walker of the Northern Chumash Tribal Council, which has led the efforts to establish the sanctuary.
See the map of the sanctuary here: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/chumash-heritage/
Photo credit: Robert Schwemmer, courtesy of NCTC
2024-12-1017 minKCSB NewsEnhancing Ellwood Monarch GroveEllwood Grove in Goleta is the ideal monarch butterfly overwintering habitat, but as the monarch populations decrease, the Ellwood Mesa needs to be enhanced. Devon Szalva with KCSB News talks to Ethan Anadon, a researcher at the Cheadle Center, about efforts to enhance the monarch habitats, with exerts from a previous KCSB interview with Charis van der Heide.
2024-12-1010 minKCSB NewsThe Supreme Court Weighs Ban on Gender-Affirming CareOn Wednesday, the Supreme Court started to evaluate Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors, which could have a lasting effect on similar laws across the country. KCSB’s Alice Deghanzadeh has more.
2024-12-0501 minKCSB NewsNew Study Reveals Changes in the Brain During PregnancyGroundbreaking research has come out of Professor Emily Jacobs’ lab at UC Santa Barbara, revealing never-before-seen data on how the brain changes during pregnancy. Alice Dehghanzadeh with KCSB News has more, with postdoctoral fellow Magdalena Martinez Garcia.
2024-12-0410 minKCSB NewsProfessor Alfredo Gonzalez Discusses Immigration Under the Trump Administration (Abridged Ver.)KCSB's Ashley Segat interviewed Assistant Professor Alfredo Gonzalez on what immigration policies will look like under the Trump's administration, along with discussing polarization and why more people from the Latinx community no longer identify with parts of their background.
2024-12-0311 minKCSB NewsProfessor Alfredo Gonzalez Discusses Immigration Under the Trump Administration (Full-Length Ver.)KCSB's Ashley Segat interviewed Assistant Professor Alfredo Gonzalez on what immigration policies will look like under the Trump's administration, along with discussing polarization and why more people from the Latinx community no longer identify with parts of their background.
2024-12-0338 min
KCSB NewsRaices de mi Tierra Established as BCURaices de mi Tierra, or “roots of my land,” has spent the past 35 years at UC Santa Barbara performing folklórico, a traditional Mexican folk dance. The AS Senate recently passed a bill to establish Raices as a BCU – or Boards, Committees, and Units – a formal guarantee of funding and recognition for over three decades of performance, outreach, and advocacy. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to Raices’ three co-chairs – Sarah Rodriguez, Toni Valtierra, and Carlos Meza – about this historic moment for their organization.
2024-11-2627 minKCSB NewsSanta Barbara County Supervisors Review Farmworker ConditionsIn the past year, farm workers in Santa Barbara County have experienced two work fatalities, low wages, inadequate housing, and now fear about mass deportation. County Supervisors held a workshop in Santa Maria to hear from farm workers, farm owners, and the public about what can be done. KCSB's Ray Briare brings us this report.
2024-11-2611 min
KCSB NewsWarrant Sought by UCPD for Pro-Palestinian Instagram Accounts Draws CriticismA search warrant would allow the University of California Police Department (or U-C-P-D) to access the data of people who interacted with two Instagram accounts. This warrant – which has been criticized for lacking probable cause, being overly broad, and chilling political speech – is part of UCPD’s investigation into the June takeover of Girvetz Hall. During that two-day occupation, protestors demanded the university publicly call the War on Gaza a genocide. KCSB’s Rosie Bultman has more.
Photo credit: Brandon Yi/KCSB News
2024-11-2613 min
KCSB NewsSJP Hold Walkouts in Solidarity with International Day of ActionKCSB’s Ashley Segat attended the walkout organized by Students for Justice in Palestine encouraging students and faculty to not attend classes, teach or go to work in solidarity with the ongoing genocide in Palestine
2024-11-2501 min
KCSB NewsFaculty Nights at UCSB Discusses Campus ProtestsFaculty Nights is a recurring event at UCSB, where students have the opportunity to talk to faculty members about pressing and relevant topis. KCSB’s Joyce Chi recaps the latest installment, which focused on campus protests.
2024-11-2213 min
KCSB NewsAFSCME 3299 Goes On StrikeAcross the University of California, patient care and service workers with AFSCME 3299 went on strike from November 20th-21st, after filing an unfair labor practice charge against the UC. KCSB’s Joyce Chi attended the strike and spoke with union member Rosalva Alcala.
2024-11-2204 minKCSB NewsProfessor Giuliana Perrone on Universities Under New Trump Administration (Full-Length Ver.)What can the results of the 2024 election tell us about America, the future of democracy, and the potential of withholding of academic funding? KCSB's Ashley Lewis speaks with professor of history Giuliana Perrone to find out.
2024-11-1931 minKCSB NewsU.S. House Bill Could Punish Non-Profits for “Supporting Terrorists"The US House of Representatives recently failed to pass a bill that could have removed the tax-exempt status of “terrorist supporting organizations,” an unclear designation that could be arbitrarily used. The bill, HR 9495, was condemned by many groups, including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to the ACLU’s senior policy counsel Kia Hamadanchy about the implications of the bill for free speech, why the fight over HR 9495 continues, and how it still could end up passing.
2024-11-1911 minKCSB NewsProfessor Alison Brysk on Human Rights Implications of New Trump Administration (Full-Length Ver.)KCSB's Ashley Segat interviews Professor Alison Brysk about the broader implications with Trump's reelection, particularly how political campaigns can both promote and undermine human rights here in the US and the international community.
2024-11-1943 minKCSB NewsProfessor Giuliana Perrone on Universities Under New Trump Administration (Abridged Ver.)What can the results of the 2024 election tell us about America, the future of democracy, and the potential of withholding of academic funding? KCSB's Ashley Lewis speaks with professor of history Giuliana Perrone to find out.
2024-11-1918 minKCSB NewsProfessor Alison Brysk on Human Rights Implications of New Trump Administration (Abridged Ver.)KCSB's Ashley Segat interviews Professor Alison Brysk about the broader implications with Trump's reelection, particularly how political campaigns can both promote and undermine human rights here in the US and the international community.
2024-11-1913 minKCSB NewsNew Parking Enforcement Coming to Isla VistaOn November 12th, the IVCSD adopted a new parking plan designed to improve the parking conditions of Isla Vista. Here's KCSB's Sofia Aliamus with a breakdown of the upcoming action plan.
2024-11-1902 minKCSB NewsCACI International Held Culpable for Abu Ghraib Prison TortureA federal jury found CACI International Inc. responsible for the torture of detainees at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq, ordering the company to pay $42 million. KCSB’s Eva Wang has the story.
2024-11-1902 minKCSB NewsThe Erosion of Democracy: Research Links Climate Disasters to the Rise of AuthoritarianismKCSB’s Paris Huynh discusses research and explores the link between climate change and the rise of authoritarian regimes.
2024-11-1502 min
KCSB NewsMeet the Candidates: Rick Foster for Mayor of GoletaA trio of political outsiders frustrated by the way the city is managing a major road renovation in old town Goleta and other housing and infrastructure projects are running for office. As Noozhawk reports, three candidates have formed an alliance to replace the sitting mayor and two district council city council representatives. KCSB’s Robert Stark spoke with mayoral candidate Richard Foster.
In the Goleta mayor’s race, Richard Foster is competing with mayor Paula Perotte, who was Goleta's first elected mayor and has been involved in serving on the council since 2010. Mayor Perotte declined an interview with KCSB News. A re...
2024-10-2207 min
KCSB NewsInside IV: Santa Barbara Events TakeoverThere's a lot of live entertainment taking place in Santa Barbara this weekend. So KCSB's Kelly Darroch takes over the show this week to feature conversations with producers of the Go to Hale 'Quips and Clips' show at the Lobero Theatre (Friday 10/19), Hale Milgrim and Richard Salzberg. Then, KCSB's Lena Cen speaks with Megan Birney Rudert, of Unite the Light to learn more about the local non-profit's weekend of events, 'Unite to Light the Night', happening at the Community Arts Workshop (CAW) in Santa Barbara on Friday and Saturday.
2024-10-1634 minKCSB NewsInside IV: Chancellor Yang's Legacy of Innovation + Mauna Kea Protectors WorkUCSB Chancellor Henry Yang is stepping away from his top role in June. KCSB's Robert Stark speaks with Henry Dubroff of the Pacific Coast Business Times about the instrumental role Yang played in creating an innovation hub on the Central Coast, his legacy and the impact he made in his three decades on the job.
One of Chancellor Yang's passion projects has sparked passionate outcry on campus. Yang has played a key role in a plan to put a giant telescope atop an Hawaiian island, a project that many local residents oppose. KCSB's Alexandria Pak speaks with members of the...
2024-09-0532 min
KCSB NewsKCSB News Journalist Roundtable---08/14/2024KCSB News hosts local journalists Miguel Hernandez, Rebecca Caraway, and April Chavez for a round up and discussion of Central Coast stories.
2024-08-1627 min
KCSB NewsOC Judge Orders Halt to UAW 4811 StrikeAn Orange County Superior Court Judge has issued a temporary restraining order against UAW 4811, effectively halting its strike that protested the UC's response to pro-Palestinian protests and encampments. To learn more, KCSB's Joyce Chi spoke to Alejandro Quevedo, an electrical engineering Ph.D. student and a UAW 4811 recording secretary.
Photo credit: Ashley Segat/KCSB News
2024-06-1414 min
KCSB NewsKCSB's Golden Mike Award-Winning NewscastKCSB News earned a prestigious Golden Mike Award (Division B) for its September 21, 2023 newscast, presented by the Radio and Television News Association (RTNA) of Southern California. The category was Best Newscast over 15 minutes, Division B. Take a listen! And, congrats to our newscast collaborators, Joyce Chi, Zoha Malik and Robert Stark.
2024-06-1429 min
KCSB NewsYour Brain on Art: A Dancer's POVJack Harwood made history in 2023 when he became the first male Spirit of Fiesta in 99 years of Old Spanish Days Fiesta, Santa Barbara's largest event of the year. He recently returned from Spain where he studied Flamenco and other traditional dance styles. Jack spoke with KCSB's Jennifer Zwigl about his experience at Fiesta and the way dance influences his life.
This interview aired on KCSB in conjunction a reading of the UCSB Reads 2024 selection "Your Brain on Art by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross.
Photo credit: Timo Nuñez
2024-05-3110 min
KCSB NewsUCSB Community Gathers at Liberated Zone to Commemorate Nakba DayIn commemoration of the 76th anniversary of Nakba, UCSB Students for Justice in Palestine held a vigil on the Chemistry Lawn at the UCSB Liberated Zone. KCSB’s Mario Fuentes-Godinez recaps the vigil, and explains the historical significance and ongoing nature of the Nakba.
(Photo credit: Ashley Segat/KCSB News)
2024-05-2205 minKCSB NewsInside IV: All Gaucho Reunion + Another Deadly Cliff Fall + Deltopia RecapUC Santa Barbara rolled out the red carpet last weekend for returning Gauchos. The annual All Gaucho reunion features a wide array of events and gatherings. KCSB's Elizabeth Truong attended the Communications Careers Day event and has the story. KCSB's Brandon Yi has a recap of this year's Deltopia unsanctioned Isla Vista street party. And, tragedy struck the family of one returning Gaucho from the class of 2023, Jacob Parker is the latest victim of an Isla Vista cliff fall. Find out what's being done to prevent more senseless deaths from cliff falls.
2024-04-2529 min
Your Life In AmericaPLAUSIBLE DENIABILITY Interview 2Approaching the launch of YLIA on a new radio station I had my friend Nick (PD, In Time, Enthusiasm for Ruin Zine) on as apart of my final demo for KCSB radio. I had the whole band on air with me in June 2022 so I caught up with Nick about what's been up. The beginning of the episode features two new unreleased songs from Plausible Deniability and there are some songs picked by Nick on the back end of the episode. We caught up on PD shows and upcoming music, bikes, fast music in 2024 and more.
2024-03-2551 min