California lawmakers are attempting to speed up billions of dollars in climate project funding more than a year after voters approved a 10 billion dollar climate bond in order to better prepare for a variety of environmental hazards. KCSB's Juliana Chandler gives the update.

Netflix’s plan to buy Warner Bros. Discovery could mark one of the most significant media mergers in recent years, giving the streaming giant unprecedented control over both production and distribution. As a lawsuit from Paramount challenges how the deal was handled, workers and media critics warn that further consolidation could lead to fewer jobs, reduced creative freedom, and less leverage for unions already strained by industry-wide cost cutting. KCSB's Saniaa Ambardekar has the story.

Cases of Yellow Fever are on the rise near the Amazon Rain Forest. Researchers at UC Santa Barbara are looking into the reason for the uptick, since the disease has been largely eradicated in the US for decades. KCSB’s Jose Vidaurri has the story.

UCSB’s student-led organization, El Congreso, hosted a vigil Thursday, January 28th, honoring communities and individuals impacted by increased ICE operations since the beginning of the Trump administration. Attendees took part in a silent march and speakers shared their experiences with ICE, emphasizing the importance of community during times of crisis. Spaces where community members can come together and mourn were highlighted not only for commemoration, but as an act of resistance and call to action. Here is KCSB’s Omar Opeyany with more.

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The Isla Vista Recreation and Park District has reopened the newly renovated “Peaceful” Pardall Gardens in downtown Isla Vista. The 720-square-foot park’s renovations include seating, lighting, and a stage for music shows. KCSB’s Mavis Holley has the story.

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

Guinea-Bissau made headlines after the military stepped in during a contested election and claimed control of the entire country. Since then, questions have raised about who’s in charge and where the country will go next. KCSB’s Juliana has the update.

A former UCSB student has been convinced on multiple felony sex charges after a three-month trial. KCSB's Ruby Rai interviews Rebecca Caraway, a reporter with Noozhawk who covered the proceedings.

ICE agents in Santa Barbara push and pepper spray residents on the city’s eastside, and the community responds with protest. KCSB's Ray Briare brings us this report:

UCSB is currently searching for a new Chief of Police following Chief Alex Yao’s departure from the UCSB Police Department in June of 2025. Who is on the committee to search for the new Chief of Police, and what criteria are they prioritizing to hire this individual? KCSB’s Tatiana Jacquez, sat down with Associated Students External Vice President for Local Affairs, EJ Raad, to learn more about the position’s final selection.