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Funding Cuts for Public Broadcasting: A Conversation with Ernesto Aguilar
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10:18President Trump recently signed a bill cutting $1 billion of funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which supports public radio and television stations, including NPR and PBS. Expert public media leader Ernesto Aguilar joins KCSB's Emerson Good to talk about the importance and future of public broadcasting.…
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The chilling impacts of ICE raids across the Central Coast have people wondering how aggressive immigration enforcement will impact this year’s Old Spanish Days Fiesta. The City's longest-running annual community event opens on Wednesday. A children’s carnival has been canceled over fears of low attendance, but the food vendors and entertainment at…
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez brings you the latest in immigration news in Santa Barbara County.By KCSB News
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Hundreds Turn Out at City of Santa Barbara Immigration Town Hall
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4:40With hundreds of families and residents being impacted by ICE raids and federal agents' presence in Santa Barbara, the City assembled a last-minute meeting to address the concerns of residents last Tuesday, July 15th. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez has more.By KCSB News
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"Dive into Sustainability": A Sports Recycling Initiative Takes Off at UCSB
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7:27KCSB's Emerson Good speaks with Ellie Schomberg from the "Dive into Sustainability" campaign on the UCSB campus to learn about their solution to excessive waste produced by sports.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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Former UCSB Professor Benjamin Cohen Talks About his New Book on the Possibility of American Fragmentation
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7:27KCSB's Emerson Good sits down with a retired UCSB professor and political science expert to talk about his new book on the possibility of a future U.S. civil war.By KCSB News
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While some Republic Services workers have successfully pressured the company for change, many others continue their fight for better employment benefits. Omar Opeyany has the latest update on the ongoing strike.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Anvi Murarka brings you the latest in science and technology.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez brings you the latest in immigration news from the Central Coast. Information regarding Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meeting courtesy of Noozhawk: https://www.noozhawk.com/county-supervisors-approve-funding-consider-policy-options-in-response-to-immigration-raids/By KCSB News
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Inside IV: Safer Streets & Sidewalks + Community Benefits of the GIVE Sale
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31:16Isla Vista streets and sidewalks are becoming more pedestrian, cyclist and ADA friendly, thanks to safety improvements funded by Measure A (money dedicated to countywide transportation improvements). KCSB's Clarissa Hom speaks with Lauren Bianchi Klemann with the SB County Association of Governments (SBCAG) to learn more.Then, a recap of this year'…
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UCSB Reads 2026 Announces Shortlist of Potential Book Selections
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7:17UCSB Reads 2026 has released the shortlist for the upcoming rollout. KCSB's Devon Szalva spoke with the library's event organizer, Sara Kelly, about the history of UCSB Reads, this year's picks, and what is to come.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Anvi Murarka brings you the latest in science and technology.By KCSB News
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UC Berkeley Poll Shows That Californians See Democracy As Under Attack
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3:07A new poll reveals that most Californians feel democracy is in danger. KCSB's Kyle Rokes walks us through the numbers.By KCSB News
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Liverpool Legends Bring Beatles Magic to San Luis Obispo: A Conversation with the Band
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13:26Grammy-nominated Liverpool Legends is a Beatles tribute band that was curated and handpicked by the iconic George Harrison’s sister, Louise Harrison, in 2005. The band who was recently ranked among the PollStar’s Live75 top touring acts in the world, are making their way to the Fremont Theater in San Luis Obispo this Saturday, July 19th at 8 pm. KC…
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The Aftermath of the Central Coast Cannabis Farm Raids
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4:41Two large-scale immigration raids conducted by federal agents led to over 300 people arrested, countless others injured, and hundreds of family members searching for their missing relatives. KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez has more on the aftermath of Thursday’s Glass House Farms raids.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region.For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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Trump's Big Beautiful Bill: Main Points of the New Legislation
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2:47On July 4th, President Trump officially signed the Big Beautiful Bill into law after being passed by the Senate and House of Representatives. KCSB's Emerson Good talks about the main points of the bill and its intended impacts.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region.For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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Remembering the Great Santa Barbara Earthquake of 1925
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30:43One hundred years ago this weekend, on June 29, 1925, a powerful earthquake rolled through Santa Barbara. Events are taking place this weekend to commemorate the fateful anniversary. KCSB’s Lisa Osborn spoke with author and historian Betsy J. Green, to learn more about the deadly quake, and how it helped to shape Santa Barbara’s future.…
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region.For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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SB County Board of Supervisors Allocate $240,000 to Local Immigrant Legal Defense Center
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2:02With 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.…
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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Juneteenth SB + The Local Black Experience
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18:32Today is Juneteenth, a federal holiday since 2021. KCSB’s Lisa Osborn spoke with a founder of Santa Barbara’s Juneteenth celebration - to learn more about the meaning of June 19th, as well as some interesting tidbits of Santa Barbara’s black history. Plus, how to participate in the first ever survey on the state of the Santa Barbara Black community…
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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New Study Explores Bringing Grizzly Bears Back to California
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15:23The California Grizzly Bear has been extinct for over a century. Now, researchers are exploring the possibility of reintroducing the animal that has long stood on the state's flag. KCSB's Nico Brown-Corrada talked to UCSB Professor Peter Alagona to find out more.By KCSB News
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More Sights and Sounds From Santa Barbara's 'No Kings' Rally
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1:00KCSB’s Lisa Osborn has more sights, sounds, and signage from Santa Barbara’s No Kings Rally.Photo credit: Lisa OsbornBy KCSB News
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Saturday, June 14, was No Kings Day -- a nation-wide protest against the authoritarian aspirations of Donald Trump. In Santa Barbara, protesters numbered in the thousands. KCSB's Ray Briare has this story.Photo credit: Ray BriareBy KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley has the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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Central Coast Planned Parenthood Workers Announce Two-Day Strike
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4:09Healthcare workers at six Planned Parenthood clinics in central California went on strike from June 10 to 11. KCSB’s Joyce Chi spoke to Dr. Michael Solemar, a physician at Planned Parenthood Santa Barbara, to learn more.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in political news.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell with Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region.For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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This comes after Israel’s continuous escalation since breaking the ceasefire agreement in March, bolstering student’s call for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid to be allowed into Gaza. Here is Omar Opeyany with the story.By KCSB News
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UCSB's Gospel Choir Has Been Performing and Uplifting Community Members for Years
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5:38KCSB's Devon Szalva talks to the director of UCSB's gospel choir, Victor Bell, on its legacy and importance to the community.By KCSB News
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Sable Offshore Faces Hurdles in Restarting Production
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6:15Ongoing lawsuits continue to challenge Sable Offshore’s return, with some plaintiffs targeting state agencies accused of fast-tracking the company’s restart. Here is Omar Opeyany with more.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in politics.By KCSB News
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Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region.For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.By KCSB News
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With Work Requirements, More than a Million Californians Could Lose Medicaid Coverage
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6:06This week, the US Senate will work on their version of President Donald Trump’s budget and tax bill, or the “one big, beautiful bill.” Their goal is to send it to Trump by July 4th. The House of Representatives already passed their version of the legislation, and the Senate is expected to make changes of its own. One provision that’s unlikely to ch…
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Santa Barbara Tenants Union Presses for Rent Control
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3:04The Santa Barbara Tenants Union is mounting an effort to assert tenants’ rights and establish stronger rent control in the city. KCSB’s Ray Briare has more.By KCSB News
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More Data Needed on Vaccination Rates in Santa Barbara County to Determine Public Health Risk
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1:55The Santa Barbara County Grand Jury recently released a report detailing the lack of data available on vaccination rates in the county. KCSB’s Devon Szalva explains what the report found.By KCSB News
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In the past couple weeks, ICE has increased its controversial tactic of targeting immigrants who report for hearings and arresting them before they enter courthouses. KCSB's Kyle Rokes has more.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.By KCSB News
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KCSB's Anvi Murarka brings you the latest in science and technology.By KCSB News
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