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KCSB's Nico Brown-Corrada sat down for an interview with Sarah Bacon. Bacon is a candidate running for California's Congressional 24th district, and is currently the Vice President of External Affairs of UCSB's Graduate Student Association.

A federal appeals court ruling in threatening access to medication abortion across the country and the fight has now reached the U.S. Supreme Court. Here with KCSB's Lina Lim.

As the U.S. and Iran discuss reopening and stabilizing the Strait of Hormuz, KCSB's Saniaa Ambardekar looks at why this narrow waterway has been at the center of global conflict for centuries.

The Association for Women in Communications Santa Barbara recognized four local women whose work has strengthened and supported immigrant communities across the Central Coast. The 2026 Women of Achievement honorees include leaders in education, legal defense, civic engagement, and community advocacy. KCSB's Juliana Chandler has the story.

Spirit, the budget airline, released the bombshell announcement that the company would be “winding down” all operations. This shocking announcement was a surprise to loyal customers, but not to the airline industry. KCSB's Giada Rice has the story.

KCSB's Devon Szalva brings us the latest news from around the world.

KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings us the latest social justice and activism news.

The Associated Students Black Women's Health Collaborative (BWHC) alleged anti-Black actions by the AS Finance Committee and AS Senate following a 67% decreased budget recommendation for their organization. Members noted the cuts were disproportionate to all other BCU budget recommendations, and were the result of anti-Black sentiment. BWHC board members and community members took to the April 22nd Senate meeting to speak on the recommended decreased budget, advocate for BWHC, and shed light on the events the organization hosts for UCSB's student body. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez brings us the full story.

The Sudanese people have faced genocide since the civil war broke out in their country, forced to flee to neighboring countries in North Africa. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe Denish covers the opposing forces that caused the war and the effects that it's had on its people.

UCSB is executing cuts to foreign language departments. KCSB's Emerson Good talked to UCSB's David Moak, a French and Italian professor who is being laid off in the face of the budget cuts.

A deadly shooting took place in Shreveport, Louisiana, resulting in eight children being killed and severely wounded, Hayden Stengler with KCSB News has the story.

KCSB's Devon Szalva brings us the latest news from around the world.

Florida's attorney general James Uthmeier has opened a criminal investigation into ChatGPT and its parent company, OpenAI after a gunman confided in the AI before a Florida State University shooting last year. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish has the story.

AFSCME 3299 is planning an open-ended strike beginning May 14th. They hosted a rally at UCSB on May Day to bring awareness to the unjust treatment of workers, undocumented students, and unfair labor practices that are taking place in Santa Barbara and its surrounding area. KCSB's Jose Vidaurri attended this rally and brings you this coverage.

KCSB's Devon Szalva brings us the latest news from around the world.

KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings us the latest news regarding social justice and activism.

An eight-year legal battle between a Dutch environmental activist group and Shell enters a new phase as the group seeks to block future drilling. The proposed case could redefine how far courts will go in policing corporate emissions. KCSB's Shayna Bearby has the story.

This weekend, the Literary Festival is happening in Santa Barbara. Leslie Zemekis, the founder of the festival, tells us all about the exciting events and panels coming. KCSB's Abbey Guerrero has the story.

At this year's Environmental Stewardship Awards Luncheon, hosted by Explore Ecology, it wasn't just individual achievement being celebrated, but the collective impact of student-led environmental work. Among the honorees was the aquarium club at Cabrillo High School, a program that gives students the rare opportunity to learn inside one of the largest public aquariums on the Central Coast. KCSB's Juliana Chandler spoke with club member Ilene, who reflected on how the aquarium functions as both a shared responsibility and an immersive learning space for students passionate about marine life and conservation.

Following Australia's ban on social media use for teens under 16, governments globally are attempting to follow suit. However, many critics argue that the bans are only a quick and ultimately ineffective solution. KCSB's Shayna Bearby has the story.

40,000 University of California workers are planning an open-ended strike across the state. This would disrupt dining services, hospital procedures, and even janitorial cleaning across the UC campuses. KCSB's Jose Vidaurri has the story.

Alligator Alcatraz, the ICE detention center in the Everglades, will continue to operate despite a lawsuit filed to shut it down. An appeals court decided that the facility does not violate environmental law. However, environmental groups plan to continue to fight the initiative. KCSB's Abbey Guerrero has the story.

Steal This Story, Please! is a documentary profile of Amy Goodman, the host of the global independent news program, Democracy Now!. KCSB's Emerson Good sat down with Amy Goodman and director and producer Tia Lessin to hear more about the film and Goodman's career.

Congressman Salud Carbajal is in his fifth term representing California's 24th district, and is now campaigning for a sixth. In a recent conversation he spoke about Pete Hegseth, the war on Iran, and whether he would obey an order to fight in that war. KCSB's Ray Briare has the story:

In Havana, Cuba, hundreds of women joined a rally organized by the Federation of Cuban women to condemn Donald Trump's strengthened US energy embargo. KCSB's Ella Sweeney has more.

People gathered in Downtown Manhattan around a newly built structure designed for delivery workers to celebrate the finished project. Delivery workers will now be able to catch their breath and seek shelter while being clocked in. KCSB's America Flores has the story.

Another man, Alejandro Cabrera Clemente has died in ICE custody. There have been 15 recorded deaths of Mexican citizens in ICE detention centers since Trump took office. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum urges diplomats to ramp up scrutiny of facilities and announces plans to further help detained people. KCSB's Abbey Guerrero has the story.

Bill McKibben came to UCSB and delivered a message of global warming accelerating, but also, reason for hope. KCSB's Ray Briare brings us this report.

KCSB's Devon Szalva brings us the latest news from around the world.

Meet Jasmine Hsieh, running for AS EVPSA (Romi Riss and Alexander Aviña did not respond to interview scheduling requests from KCSB News). To vote in the elections, visit vote.as.ucsb.edu before April 23rd at 4pm.

Meet AS President candidates Eemaan Wahidullah and EJ Raad (Alex Esparza did not follow up on our requests for an interview). Timestamps: Eemaan Wahidullah: 00:18-11:48 EJ Raad: 11:51-25:42 To vote in the elections, visit vote.as.ucsb.edu before April 23rd at 4pm.

Hear from EVPLA candidate, Noah Luken, who is running unopposed in this election. To vote in the elections, visit vote.as.ucsb.edu before April 23rd at 4pm.

Hear from Nadine Malhis and Victoria Ly, the candidates for AS Internal Vice President. To vote in the elections, visit vote.as.ucsb.edu before April 23rd at 4pm. Timestamps: Nadine Malhis: 00:34-10:02 Victoria Ly: 10:05-24:11 Statement on Sam Safahi: 24:12-24:37

Congressman Salud Carbajal is in his fifth term representing California's 24th district, and is now campaigning for a sixth. In a recent conversation with KCSB's Ray Briare, he spoke about Trump pushing the restart of Sable, and recent ICE operations in his district.

April is Earth Month. KCSB's Soluna Terrill offers some simple ways students and community members can 'go green'.

The Gaucho Think Tank is a UCSB student-led group focused on solving community challenges in Isla Vista. Their current projects include a street mural at Camino Pescadero and Pardall to improve safety and beautify the area, and a study with IVCSD on the feasibility of making Isla Vista an independent city. Here is Hayden Stengler with KCSB News, who interviewed two students leading the Think Tank.

The AS Senate at UCSB has the ability to create temporary Senate committees to address concerns and important issues on campus. In early February, the Senate convened to form a temporary Student Safety Committee following a reported sexual assault at the UCSB Lagoon in October 2025. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez spoke with Senator Riss, Chair of the new Student Safety Committee, to learn more about the MSUs, next steps, and what the committee learned from the pilot program.

UCSB undergraduate students pay around 240 dollars to Associated Students every school year. Where does this money go and who is in charge of disbursing it? KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez interviewed AS Finance Committee Chair, Jenny Jiang, to learn more about financial allocations by the Finance Committee, and how their budgetary process works.

Continuing our conversations with AS Senate Committee Chairs, KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez interviewed Internal Vice President, Enri Lala, to break down the Executive Committee's big projects from Winter Quarter.

The Trump administration is rolling back federal protections on artificial intelligence, but California is moving in the opposite direction. California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order that tightens rules for AI companies that are seeking state contracts, forcing them to prove their technology is responsible. respects privacy, and doesn't violate civil rights. KCSB's Manny Rodriguez gives the update.

Immigrant truck drivers have lost their livelihood due to loss of their licenses. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish has the story.

With a tight turnaround in organizing Soltopia, several Asian owned businesses report they were not included as vendors, prompting questions about how the rushed planning shaped participation. One of those businesses, Asia 101, ran by UCSB alumni Boxi Wang, raised concerns about Soltopia's vendor process and how it impacted his business. Here is Omar Opeyany with the story.

KCSB's Devon Szalva brings us the latest news from around the world.

The Iran-US war has led to a fuel crisis in Asia, specifically the Southeast and South Asian countries. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish explains the countries' scramble to deal with the lack of oil.

Next month, Santa Barbara County is inviting business owners and residents to participate in an event for mental health awareness month. KCSB's Emerson Good spoke with the county to learn about the initiative.

A mother and her young daughter were detained at San Francisco International Airport after the TSA flagged their names and alerted ICE. Within 36 hours, the two were deported back to Guatemala, raising concerns nationwide about the safety of undocumented immigrants. Here's Hayden Stengler with KCSB explaining the encounter and surrounding pushback.

Soltopia, an alternative event to Isla Vista's popular annual block party, Deltopia, happened last weekend, on April 4th. Attendees participated in several activities, including designated band zones and shopping within the local community, as well as free food stations throughout the Isla Vista business district. KCSB's Mavis Holley has the story.

Winter Quarter at UCSB has concluded, and during that time, the Associated Student Senate Committees worked on and passed a series of projects aiming to enhance student life. KCSB's Tatiana Jacquez sat down with the AS Senate Advocacy Committee Chair, Keizo Ono, to learn more about the Committee's beautification projects and how student fees are being used.

KCSB's Devon Szalva brings us news updates from around the world.

KCSB's Ruby Rai discusses Cesar Chavez, who helped bring national attention to the struggles of farmworkers as co-founder of the United Farm Workers and how a new New York Times investigation raises abuse allegations.

The Trump administration used emergency powers under the Defense Production Act on March 13, ordering the restart of the Sable Offshore oil platform and pipeline off the Santa Barbara coast. Following the war with Iran, is domestic oil pumping off the coast a way to reduce dependency on foreign oil? How are anti-Sable advocates and the local economy reacting to the restart? On this episode of Spilling the Worm Tea, Mavis Holley examines the pipeline restart and its implications.