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For the first time in over a decade, oil is once again flowing through the pipeline formerly known as Plains All American along the Central Coast. Sable Offshore announced last weekend, Saturday March 14th, that they had started oil production in water offshore Santa Barbara County. KCSB’s Hunter Maher has the story.

The killing of cartel leader “El Mencho” reflects how cycles of crime, violence, and death in Mexico are fueled by the US cross-border firearm market. Ella Sadock for KCSB News has the story.

Platform Holly has been a permanent fixture off the UCSB coast for going on six decades, but has sat idle since 2015. KCSB’s Hunter Maher sat down with Linda Krop, Chief Counsel for the Environmental Defense Center, to discuss what is coming next for the oil rig.

Last Thursday, UAW-4811 rallied outside of Davidson Library at UCSB to demand a better contract and working conditions for academic student workers and staff. Now, a tentative agreement has been reached. What does this mean for these workers, and what are the details of the agreement? KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez attended the rally and spoke with workers on the ground to learn more.

Markwayne Mullin has been appointed as the new Homeland Security Secretary. KCSB’s Charlie Lapetina has the story.

The Lancet, one of the most influential medical journals, published a disapproving report on Robert Kennedy Jr’s first year in office as Health and Human Services secretary with KCSB's Ruby Rai

United States and Israel attacks in Iran shock the global oil market. KCSB’s Charlie Lapetina has the story.

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

Westmont College professor sits down with KCSB’s Charlie Lapetina to break down the history of U.S. tariff policy, the implications of the President’s recent tariff push, and his take on the recent Supreme Court ruling.

In a conference in Sacramento earlier this month, Labor Union leaders warned that if Governor Gavin Newsom does not strengthen AI regulations in the workplace, he will lose voter support in his future presidential elections. KCSB’s Ella Sadock has the story.

On a recent Sunday morning, Tapalpa, Mexico’s tranquil and scenic charm was shattered, as a military operation to capture the cartel kingpin, known as el Mencho, a leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. KCSB's Jose Vidaurri has the story.

When psychologists study memory, they usually measure what we remember — or what we forget. But what about what was happening inside the mind at the moment of learning? KCSB Lena Cen takes a closer look.

Teaching cultural diversity to children has increasingly become more topical. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish interviews Mona Damluji, a children's book author and UCSB professor.

The Olympics organization expects athletes to remain neutral about politics. But when the Olympics brings so many nations together in one event, it’s difficult to not speak up about global and national injustices happening. KCSB’s America Flores has the story.

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

KCSB's Anvi Murarka brings you the latest in science and technology.

KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest social justice and activism-related news.

"Industrial farming has long prioritized annual crops, which are repeatedly cycled out each season, often leading to environmental repercussions. Author and UC Santa Barbara Environmental Studies professor Liz Carlisle's upcoming book, Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods, is a collection of narratives that show how food systems can be sustained using perennial plants. On this episode of S...

"​​In the high-desert community of Cuyama, California, industrial growers' overpumping of groundwater has depleted the community's water resources. To address the water disparity in Cuyama, artists from across the country are exploring the issue through the Cuyama Water Justice Fellowship. The fellowship, facilitated by local nonprofit organizations Blue Sky Center and Quail Springs, is both bring...

A new cafe concept focused on mental health, the arts, and inclusive hiring is coming to Santa Barbara. KCSB's Kimberly Lucia spoke with the team at State of Mind Cafe.

Iran’s leadership structure and nuclear program are in flux in the wake of this week's direct military confrontation with the United States and Israel. To break down the implications of these developments, KCSB’s Emerson Good spoke with UC Santa Barbara Professor Juan Campo who specializes in Iran and Religious Studies.

Tariffs are a hot topic in the news and one of the US president’s favorite buzzwords. Most people know what tariffs are, but few know the effects that they actually have on our wallets. A UCSB freshman is breaking it all down on his newsletter and social media accounts. James O'Neil speaks with KCSB News reporter Charlie Lapetina about his project. Plus, AS-UCSB legal advisor Robin Unander offers...

The start of the next school year is months away, but students who plan to return to IV this fall are already in search of their next home. AS-UCSB Legal Advisor Robin Unander speaks with KCSB News Reporter Malia Guy, sharing important information for student tenants who rent in Isla Vista.