The union representing the folks who produce newscasts for local TV are asking for support from the community in their effort to raise pay, improve working conditions, and protect local journalism. KCSB’s Ray Briare brings us the story.

The Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors met in mid-January to consider a proposed Outdoor Festivals Noise Ordinance to further restrictions on amplified music, specifically during UCSB’s Deltopia weekend. In a unanimous vote, the Supervisors approved the new noise ordinance as amended by…

Gavin Newsom has always branded California as a global leader in the fight against climate change, but a series of recent oil spills and new legislation are raising questions about the state's environmental priorities. KCSB’s Hunter Maher brings us this report.

As of January 1st, 2026, landlords are required to provide their tenants with habitable living conditions, which now includes kitchen appliances. KCSB’s Kimberly Lucia has the story.

As immigration raids continue, there are concerns over the levels of private sector employment, as researched by Edward Flores. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish has the story.

An increase in the number of people in custody by ICE has led to the most deaths since 2004. KCSB's Inesha Ranasinghe-Denish explains.