KCSB News

KCSB News

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 on KCSB-FM 91.9 or at kcsb.org. You can listen to our KCSB Archives show on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM PT.

Episodes

Inside IV: AS Food Bank Steps Up To Feed More Students + Haunted Isla Vista

November 6, 2025 • 19 mins
More than 5, 000 UCSB students rely on CalFresh (SNAP) benefits, which are on hold due to the government shutdown. Find out how the Associated Students Food Bank at UCSB is pitching in to keep students fed during this uncertain time. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish speaks with Crystal Bach and Oralia Vega with the AS Food Bank to learn more. And, Halloween in Isla Vista was a spooky affair - in a fun way. KCSB's Madison Gambin ta...
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Carpinteria Update - 11/05/2025

November 5, 2025 • 1 min
Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.
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Carpinteria Update - 10/29/2025

November 5, 2025 • 1 min
Dennis Mitchell of Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from the region. For more, you can visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.
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Environmental Update - 11/03/2025

November 5, 2025 • 2 mins
KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.
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Environmental Update - 10/27/2025

November 5, 2025 • 1 min
KCSB's Mavis Holley brings you the latest in environmental news.
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IV Housing Coop Residents Find a Safe Way to Celebrate Halloween Season

November 5, 2025 • 7 mins
The county sheriff's office has strict rules in place for Isla Vista residents during Halloween, limiting loud music and big parties. As KCSB’s Elizabeth Truong explains, students who live in one IV housing coop have been celebrating all month long and honoring the meaning of the season.
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Ongoing Talks Between the University of California and UPTE Could Result in a UC-Wide Strike

November 5, 2025 • 6 mins
After three weeks of private contract negotiations between the University of California and UPTE representatives, workers at the UCSB campus are preparing to strike should a deal not be struck. Today, UPTE organizers gathered outside the Arbor at the UCSB campus to begin organizing efforts. What has led up to this moment, and how are workers feeling about the strike? Here’s more from KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez.
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Food Insecurity Grows As SNAP Benefits Shrink: How Santa Barbara is Being Affected

November 5, 2025 • 2 mins
As multiple states sue the Trump administration over new cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, local advocates warn the effects will be felt close to home where thousands of Santa Barbara County residents rely on CalFresh and Foodbank support to put food on the table. KCSB'S Saniaa Ambardekar has the story.
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UCSB's External Vice President for Local Affairs Talks Noise Ordinances for Halloween and Deltopia

November 5, 2025 • 11 mins
Questions about noise ordinances for big events like Halloween and Deltopia continue to be raised in Isla Vista. KCSB's Emerson Good sat down with EJ Raad, the External Vice President for Local Affairs, to talk about expectations for Halloween and Deltopia later this school year.
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Censorship at Indiana University's Student-Led Newspaper

November 5, 2025 • 2 mins
At Indiana Daily Student, Indiana University’s student-led newspaper, questions about censorship have emerged after the university prevented the publication of a recent newspaper issue. KCSB’s Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish has the story.
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Reporter Mario Guevara Deported in Relation to His Journalistic Practices

November 3, 2025 • 2 mins
Mario Guevara, a Salvadoran reporter arrested in June at a No Kings Rally, was deported in early October after more than 100 days in ICE custody. Critics claim his deportation was direct retaliation for his reporting on immigration and law enforcement issues. Graham Neiman with KCSB News has more.
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Salud Carbajal on His Degrees Not Debt Act

October 31, 2025 • 7 mins
Congressman Salud Carbajal has re-introduced his “Degrees Not Debt” legislation, aimed at reducing the cost of higher education and student debt nationwide, including right here on the Central Coast. KCSB’s Hunter Maher reports.
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Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Department Releases Updates About a Missing Child

October 31, 2025 • 2 mins
A 9 year-old girl from Vandenberg Village was recently reported missing. KCSB's Emerson Good gives an update on the case and a look into why its only seeing press coverage now despite her last contact dating back a year ago.
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Santa Barbara’s No Kings 2.0

October 31, 2025 • 7 mins
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 was the second nationwide protest organized under the banner “No Kings”. Thousands turned out in Santa Barbara for a rally – speeches and a march. KCSB's Ray Briare has more.
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Inside IV: Meet IV's Newest Park + Muse Mag Launches a New Edition

October 30, 2025 • 36 mins
A new Isla Vista Magazine shares women’s untold experiences. KCSB's Mavis Holley speaks with the co-creators and graphic designer of Muse magazine. Plus, learn more about IV's newest park - and what's brewing in Anisqoyo Park this Halloween weekend.
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New California Amendment Bill Sparks Debate Over Child Safety

October 27, 2025 • 1 min
Governor Gavin Newsom’s approval of Assembly Bill 495 is sparking controversy, as opponents argue it opens the door to the endangerment of children. Here’s Emma Ambriz with more.
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Studies Find That AI Chatbots Are Extremely Agreeable to Its Users

October 27, 2025 • 1 min
As AI becomes popular, there are concerns over the relationships between users and computer intelligence. KCSB’s Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish explains the potential risks as more people become emotionally dependent on the new technology.
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ICE Holds Immigrants In Facility Accused Of Medical Misconduct

October 27, 2025 • 2 mins
Immigrant and civil rights advocates have voiced concerns over a Georgian immigration detention facility's disregard for the welfare of detainees, raising questions about oversight and accountability. Here is Omar Opeyany with more.
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SNAP Benefits are Facing Delays Due to the Government Shut Down

October 27, 2025 • 2 mins
As a result of the government shutdown, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a statement warning Californian's about potential interruptions to SNAP benefits. KCSB's Emerson Good looks at how the program may be affected.
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Inside IV: UCSB Professor Receives Nobel Prize in Physics

October 23, 2025 • 31 mins
Nobel Prize laureate and UC Santa Barbara emeritus professor John Martinis speaks with KCSB News reporter Manny Rodriguez about his award-winning research and discoveries in the field of quantum physics. Martinis also offers advice for emerging scientists - and shares what brings him the most joy in his work. In October 2025 Martinis, along with Michel Devoret (UCSB) and John Clarke (UCB), were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics....
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