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Exploring the double standard of masking policies at protests as well as a historical look into other major events where people concealed their identities. Interview with Alabama Political Reporter, Jacob Holmes. Recorded by Tvisha Yerramalli Edited by Christian Chung https://www.instagram.com/kucinews/

On this week's episode of The Pub, Neha and Amanda discuss Reality TV and the roles it plays in our lives and in pop culture. Recorded by Neha Ayyer and Amanda Keza. Edited by Guadalupe Sanchez

An exhibit paints a thousand words — as well as years and years of uncomfortable history. Following the removal of informational panels about the history of slavery at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park, constituents and officials alike have surfaced their disapproval regarding this change, leading to public upheaval and legal battles in its wake. The recurring question remains:...

On December 21, 2025, 60 Minutes pulled their story, “Inside CECOT”, from the programming just one day before it was set to air. It was a harrowing account of the conditions in the El Salvadorian prison where alleged Venezuelan gang members were detained. Now, nearly a month later, the segment was released to the public, much to the scrutiny of Americans who became aware of the network’s suspected...

News intern Grace sets out on Orange County to uncover the shroud of mystery surrounding psychics. Reported by Grace de Leon Edited by Sean Watanabe KUCI News Instagram:  www.instagram.com/kucinews/

Talks about trash bins overflow and their harm to the community. Reported by: Oli Garcia Edited by: Ally Behm

The Academy Awards recently released their nominations for 2025’s top films. To learn more about them, as well as the larger movie landscape of this last year, hear UCI’s own Cine-Collective Board member, Matthew, and all of his thoughts. Reported by Alex Robertson Edited by Samantha Chen

The future of Tesla and its endeavors. An analysis on the new technology and its benefits & consequences. Recorded by Tvisha Yerramalli Edited by Christian Chung

In “Why the Week After MLK Still Matters,” I think about what happens after Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It’s time to think about what happens when the posts stop, classes resume, and everything goes back to normal. I look at the week after MLK’s assassination in 1968, when the country was forced to feel its grief and respond to it, and I compare that to how we deal with injustice now.   This piece...

On Tuesday, UC Irvine alumna Lola organized her first ever walkout on the campus bridge to protest Trump administration immigration policies and ICE enforcement. What started with just her posters quickly grew into a gathering of students, faculty, and other supporters, showing that one person can spark real action. Reported by Kayla Colon. Edited by Ella Wu.

This week, news intern Tvisha discusses Neuralink and the blurring lines between human and technology, featuring an interview with UC Irvine Professor of Cognitive Sciences Dr. Jeffrey Krichmar. Reported by Tvisha Yerramalli Edited by Sean Watanabe KUCI News 88.9 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kucinews/

The skinny on UCI Parking from the other side- Transportation Employee Reported by Alexandria Robertson Edited by Christian Chung  

Hoverboards, the Mannequin Challenge, velvet clothes, the Starbucks Pink Drink… How much do you remember from 2016? For many users online, their answer is more than just “a lot”. They want to relive it all. So in light of this new year, do we really have what it takes to live it up like it’s a decade ago?   Music credits go to Zara Larsson for the song “Lush Life” used in this segment.   Reported...

News intern Tvisha discusses the comings and goings of our Orange County canine compatriots: coyotes. Reported by Tvisha Yerramalli Edited by Sean Watanabe KUCI News 88.9 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kucinews/

The skinny on UCI parking and hearing different students' perspectives Reported by Alexandria Robertson Edited by Christian Chung Check out more about our news station! https://www.instagram.com/kucinews/

From 2024 to 2025, a picket procession has traversed the ring road, clad in emerald-green shirts and echoing the familiar chant: “What do we want?” So, what do they want? What’s driving these protests, and what role is the UC system playing in these unfolding events? In this segment, we explore the UC workers’ strike and the issues at its core. Please note: The interviewee’s voice has been altered...

From bottom three of the pacific division to the very top. After years of waiting, your Anaheim Ducks are ready to fly, and they have started this NHL season off right. Tune in to hear all about their rebuild, what this team has done right to put themselves ahead, and some things that may still need to be addressed to answer the big question: is this a Stanley Cup championship season? And are many...

The age-old question on nearly every first year premed's mind: To Ara or not to Ara? Dr. Arasasingham's general chemistry series is notorious for being a difficult and Herculean endeavor. Many individuals warn of the perils of his straight laced grading structure and difficult exams. However, others ardently come to his defense in regarding the class as the single greatest instruction one could re...

In this episode, Elaine and Eric from the Latinx Student Psychological Association (LSPA) discuss how the organization fosters community, support, and an academic familia for Latinx students. We’re also joined by Jahaira Pacheco of the Orange County Rapid Response Network, who reflects on her LSPA-sponsored talk, “How Immigration Enforcement Affects Access to Medical and Social Services,” and shar...

Reported by Grace de Leon Edited by Kundai Mubako https://www.instagram.com/kucinews/

The Pub -- Recorded by Neha Ayyer and Amenda Keza. Edited by Ella Wu

As the quarter winds down, Alexandria turns to entertainment and the arts, reflecting on films released this year and the pop culture discourse surrounding them.   Reported by Alexandria Robertson Edited by Sean Watanabe KUCI Instagram:  www.instagram.com/kucinews/   Die My Love. Directed by David Michôd, Black Bear Pictures, 2025. Christy. Directed by Lynne Ramsay, MUBI, 2025.

KUCI News intern Sam Creighton and Max Granda talk with anonymous user Double-Snow regarding allegations made about UCI Dining and their treatment of student workers.    Recorded by Sam Creighton and Max Granda Edited by Guadalupe Sanchez

From mixing traditional American dishes with family recipes to creating new traditions away from home, this segment is about how the holiday becomes a blend of culture, memory, and gratitude. Reported by: Kayla Colon Edited by: Jadon Pandian https://www.instagram.com/kucifm/?hl=en

A utopia of endless food and comfort -- until everything fell apart. The eerie story of Universe 25 might hit closer to home than we think. Reported by Tvisha Yerramalli Edited by Piyush Vaishnava