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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 ...
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Amid ongoing global trade tensions and a shifting U.S.-China dynamic, India is positioning itself as a strategic alternative in global supply chains. But its push to become a major manufacturing power is shaped by internal constraints, a pressing need to reduce dependence on Chinese imports, and long-term policy challenges. From strategic sectors l…
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Amid ongoing global trade tensions and a shifting U.S.-China dynamic, India is positioning itself as a strategic alternative in global supply chains. But its push to become a major manufacturing power is shaped by internal constraints, a pressing need to reduce dependence on Chinese imports, and long-term policy challenges. From strategic sectors l…
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A Trump administration proposed 2026 budget could eliminate funding for three key social programs in Santa Barbara County: Head Start, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance program (LIHEAP), and Community Service Block Grants (CSBGs). Head Start and LIHEAP are administered through Communify in Santa Barbara. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst spoke to Communit…
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The University of Oregon Student Workers Union (or UOSW) is a wall-to-wall union, meaning they represent all kinds of student workers. They recently ratified their first contract. KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to union organizer Robin Bailey to find out how the union’s recent strike led to this moment.By KCSB News
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The relationship between India and Pakistan has been tense since both countries gained independence, most recently with the largest escalation since the 1970s. KCSB's Devon Szalva talks to Professor Mark Juergensmeyer about the history of Indian-Pakistani relations, the current conflict, and next steps.…
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A Trump administration proposed 2026 budget could eliminate funding for three key social programs in Santa Barbara County: Head Start, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Community Service Block Grants (CSBGs). Head Start and LIHEAP are administered through Communify in Santa Barbara. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst spoke to Communit…
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On Tuesday, May 6th, activists Pua Chase and Kapulie Flores held a discussion and participated in the screening of the documentary film “Standing Above the Clouds”, directed by Jalena Keane-Lee, at the Isla Vista Theater. The event, attended by students, educators, and community members, follows Native Hawaiian families and mother-and-daughter acti…
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Senate Democrats are calling for an investigation, accusing billionaire CEO Elon Musk of using his government position to sidestep regulations and benefit his companies. The Senate Subcommittee report reveals Musk could face more than $2 billion in potential legal risks—and that's just the beginning. KCSB’s Lena Cen has more.…
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Maurice Backschat is a PhD student at the University of Munster and University of Groningen studying the overlap between theology and Germany history. His research on the changing beliefs of the Protestant Church during the Nazi regime, specifically through the eyes of the case study of Helmuth Schreiner, was presented upon at UCSB on April 29th. K…
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In the ongoing effort to reduce fentanyl-related deaths, the California government declared that the state will now sell the overdose medication Naloxone at a highly reduced price as part of Governor Newson’s plan to lower the prices of prescription drugs. KCSB’s Abbey Guerrero has the story.By KCSB News
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The UCPD has received four reports of hate crimes since April 28th, all based on ethnicity or national origin. Jam was on the phone with her friend walking by student health when she heard a man yell “get out of my country” and repeatedly ask for her green card. While waiting on the police non-emergency line with two girls who came over to help, th…
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Two Judicial Council decisions have pushed all UCSB election deadlines back. The deadline to declare for choice candidacy has been extended to Friday, May 2nd at noon; the campaigning period will now start on Saturday, May 3rd.; and students will cast their ballots online on GOLD between Monday, May 5th and Friday, May 9th at noon. KCSB's Rosie Bul…
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In 2015, Plains All American's oil pipeline, carrying oil from the offshore Santa Ynez Unit, ruptured along the Gaviota Coast. The spill spread across 150 miles of California's coast, killing wildlife, harming residents, and hurting the economy. The initial rupture occurred because of a flawed pipeline design and inadequate pipeline management, lea…
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A UCSB freshman apparently fell to her death at the San Rafael dorm in February. Two months later the circumstances are still a mystery, and her father is begging for information. KCSB's Ray Briare has this story.Anyone with relevant information may contact Claytor Investigations by calling or texting 805-335-3851.Update (5/2): The man in the photo…
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Two Judicial Council Decisions have pushed all UCSB election deadlines back. The deadline to declare for choice candidacy has been extended to Friday, May 2nd at noon; the campaigning period will now start on Saturday, May 3rd.; and students will cast their ballots online on GOLD between Monday, May 5th and Friday, May 9th at noon. KCSB's Rosie Bul…
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