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KCSB News

Non-commercial, educational, and community-led. KCSB News is dedicated to covering underreported stories of local, national, and international importance. Our team of student and community journalists here in Santa Barbara County produces content encompassing a variety of topics, ranging from politics and public health to environmental affairs and the arts. You can listen to our newscasts on-air Monday and Thursday at 5:00 pm and new episodes of Inside Isla Vista on Wednesday at 5:00 pm, all on

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Inside IV: Interpersonal Violence - Support Services...

KCSB News ·

2025/10/13

As the fall quarter begins and students dive into parties, dating, and new relationships, it’s important to know how to stay safe and where to turn for help. KCSB's Lina Lim speaks with Julia Pennick, director of UC Santa Barbara's Campus Advocacy, Resources and Education (CARE) office. Topics include ways to intervene safely as a bystander, what resources to turn to when facing interpersonal violence, and learn about practical steps you can take to look out for yourself and your friends while

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00:01:53

Carpinteria Update - 10/08/2025

KCSB News ·

2025/10/10

Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.

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00:02:05

Environmental Update - 10/06/2025

KCSB News ·

2025/10/10

KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.

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00:07:27

UCSB Has a New Librarian: A Conversation with Todd...

KCSB News ·

2025/10/10

UCSB recently appointed a new University Librarian, Todd Grappone. KCSB's Emerson Good sits down with Grappone to talk library access expansion, the controversial decision to cut late night study hours, and more.

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00:05:52

After Almost 40 Years, the Arctic Research Consortium...

KCSB News ·

2025/10/10

The Arctic Research Consortium of the United States, a center for Arctic research and education, was shut down due to a loss of federal funding. The Trump administration has expressed its priorities for the continent surrounding national security and energy dominance rather than science. A vital resource for monitoring sea ice forecasts, ARCUS played a pivotal role in surveilling climate change and providing information to local subsistence hunters and businesses that relied on Alaskan shipping

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00:11:46

LEAP's Diaper Drive Raises Over 21,000 Diapers for...

KCSB News ·

2025/10/07

LEAP, a local youth empowerment organization, held a diaper drive to provide diapers to families and children in need of assistance affording diapers. Community members donated over 21,000 diapers as a result of the drive. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez spoke with Lori Goodman, CEO of LEAP, to learn more.

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00:08:52

The Trump Administration Claims Smithsonian Exhibits...

KCSB News ·

2025/10/07

The Trump administration is ordering thorough investigations of the Smithsonian Institution, claiming that exhibits are displaying damaging images of U.S. history that go against so-called "patriotism." KCSB's Emerson Good talks to Sarah Weicksel, Executive Director of the American Historical Association about the reviews and the role of museums in telling history.

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00:29:59

Inside IV: What's Up With Parking in IV?

KCSB News ·

2025/10/03

Finding it hard to find a parking spot in Isla Vista? Find out why - and what's being done to make IV streets more accessible to everyone. KCSB's Dick Flacks speaks with Jonathan Abboud, general manager of the IV Community Services District (IVCSD). This episode also covers the latest on new housing developments in IV and at UCSB.

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00:04:21

UCSB's Turning Point USA Chapter Holds Vigil Honor...

KCSB News ·

2025/10/02

TurningPointUSA hosted a vigil in honor of Charlie Kirk’s passing, where speakers recalled their fond memories of the political commentator as a friend and a mentor. KCSB’s Manny Rodriguez and Tatiana Jacquez attended the event to learn more, and spoke with attendees on their perspectives of Kirk’s role in American politics and the conservative movement.

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00:01:55

Environmental Update - 09/29/2025

KCSB News ·

2025/09/29

KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.

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Environmental Update - 09/25/2025

KCSB News ·

2025/09/29

KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.

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00:02:02

Carpinteria Update - 09/24/2025

KCSB News ·

2025/09/29

Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.

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00:05:04

September is National Suicide Prevention Month: SB...

KCSB News ·

2025/09/29

The Santa Barbara County Department of Behavioral Wellness is hosting the 2025 Out of the Darkness Community Walk in honor of suicide prevention. KCSB's Emerson Good learns more about the event.

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00:07:51

A Santa Barbara Non-Profit is Providing Free...

KCSB News ·

2025/09/29

Doctor's Without Walls is a Santa Barbara non-profit helping to bridge the gap for people experiencing homelessness and others who struggle to access traditional healthcare. KCSB's Omar Opeyany spoke with the organization about their free volunteer medical care for vulnerable communities.

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00:04:15

College Board Scraps Diversity Tool Amid Political...

KCSB News ·

2025/09/28

In the wake of the Supreme Court's decision ending affirmative action, universities turned to a race-neutral tool from the College Board to help admit a diverse student body. That tool was abruptly discontinued. KCSB’s Manny Rodriguez explains the controversy.

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00:06:06

A CA Bill Could Help Foster Children During Natural...

KCSB News ·

2025/09/28

A California bill allocating millions of dollars to help foster children recover from natural disasters moves closer to being passed. KCSB's Emerson Good spoke with a non-profit about the importance of the bill's potential policies.

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00:03:13

Unpacking Prop. 50: Endorsements, Opposition, and...

KCSB News ·

2025/09/19

With just under two months before California’s special election, KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez gives a breakdown on Prop. 50, and what its redistricting efforts mean for California’s constituents.

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00:30:05

Inside IV: All About IV Past and Present

KCSB News ·

2025/09/18

Learn more about Isla Vista – past and present. KCSB's Lina Lim speaks with Spencer Brandt, a longtime resident and leader of Isla Vista’s local government, and IV’s Community Engagement Director, Mayah Mashhadialireza. Find out how IV's local government was formed through student activism, and discover opportunities for you to get involved in the community. Topics range from resident safety measures, housing and parking, Deltopia, to ways to get involved and much more.

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00:04:18

The 41st Annual California Coastal Cleanup

KCSB News ·

2025/09/16

On this upcoming Coastal Cleanup Day, volunteers can participate across several coastal and inland waste collection sites. Each year, this global event mobilizes thousands of volunteers to protect the environment. KCSB’s Mavis Holley spoke to Jill Cloutier, the Public Relations Director for Explore Ecology, to learn more.

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00:06:01

Over 200 Reporters Have Been Killed in Gaza in the...

KCSB News ·

2025/09/16

Hundreds of reporters covering the war in Gaza on-the-ground have been killed since 2023. KCSB's Emerson Good speaks with the Reporters Without Borders nonprofit organization about the injustices and holding Israel accountable.

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