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

In 2015, Plains All American's oil pipeline, carrying oil from the offshore Santa Ynez Unit, ruptured along the Gaviota Coast. The spill spread across 150 miles of California's coast, killing wildlife, harming residents, and hurting the economy. The initial rupture occurred because of a flawed pipeline design and inadequate pipeline management, leading to a catastrophic rupture. Now, the new owner and operator, Sable Offshore Corp, is attempting to restart the same pipelines without effective corrosion prevention.

With the potential for another oil spill looming, community members are fighting back against Sable to protect vital natural resources and the coastline. With several legal fights underway, Mavis Holley has the story.

A UCSB freshman apparently fell to her death at the San Rafael dorm in February. Two months later the circumstances are still a mystery, and her father is begging for information. KCSB's Ray Briare has this story.

Anyone with relevant information may contact Claytor Investigations by calling or texting 805-335-3851.

Update (5/2): The man in the photograph has been identified and denied any wrongdoing, according to SFGate. He said he did not call 911 because he was afraid. UCPD did not provide further details and said the investigation is ongoing. A lawyer for Hamel’s family said they still need answers as to what happened that night.

Two Judicial Council decisions have pushed all UCSB election deadlines back. The deadline to declare for choice candidacy has been extended to Friday, May 2nd at noon; the campaigning period will now start on Saturday, May 3rd.; and students will cast their ballots online on GOLD between Monday, May 5th and Friday, May 9th at noon. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has more.

2025 May Day March at UCSB by KCSB News

KCSB's Emily Kimmel has the latest in labor and activism news.

Rosie Bultman and Salvadoran Journalist Ricardo Avelar discuss the significance of Kilmar Abrego Garcia's unlawful deportation, El Salvador's crime crackdown, and the growing relationship between Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele and Donald Trump.

KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings you the latest in political news.

Dennis Mitchell with Carpinteria Valley Radio brings you the latest from Carpinteria.

For more, visit carpinteriavalleyradio.com.

The UCSB Student Workers Union has been hosting meetings and reaching out to student employees to discuss workplace issues, while attempting to gain legal recognition as a union. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst talked to union organizer Anissa Carter about the organization.