Best KCSB News Podcasts (2024)

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New Study Finds Widespread Micronutrient Deficiency Worldwide 12:10

3h ago12:10

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A new study by a team of researchers including UCSB scientists found that billions of people worldwide consume inadequate levels of micronutrients. KCSB’s Joyce Chi spoke to Dr. Christopher Free of UCSB’s Marine Science Institute to discuss the study’s findings and implications.By KCSB News

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California Passes Plastic Bag Ban for Store Checkouts 7:04

3h ago7:04

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California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed SB 1035 into law, which effectively bans grocery stores from offering plastic bags at checkout. CALPIRG was involved in these efforts, so KCSB’s Joyce Chi talked to Hudson Truchard and Sofia Perez of UCSB CALPIRG to find out more.By KCSB News

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Activists Announce End to Research Collaboration Between MIT and Lockheed Martin 13:44

4h ago13:44

13:44

The Coalition for Palestine at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology recently announced an end to the MIT-Lockheed Martin Seed Fund. Activists say this is the first known instance of an end to a partnership between an American university and a weapons manufacturer in Israel since the War on Gaza began. KCSB’s Joyce Chi spoke to Zeno of MIT’s Gr…

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The Life and Legacy of Controversial Ex-Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori 44:15

2h ago44:15

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Alberto Fujimori was President of Peru from 1980 to 1990. Both during and after his ten-year term, he faced praise for his handling of the economy and crackdown on communist rebels, but also drew condemnation for corruption and violations of human rights. To understand his life and legacy, KCSB’s Joyce Chi spoke to Dr. Cecilia Mendez, a professor o…

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The People's Program: Labor Rights in Nigeria 49:34

3h ago49:34

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Rosie Bultman and Victor AhiumaYoung, labor editor at Vanguard Nigeria News, discuss the significance of National Labor Congress President Joe Ajaero's arrest.By KCSB News

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Environmental Advocates Demand Public Hearing Over Oil Pipeline Settlement 11:57

7h ago11:57

11:57

Environmental Activists spoke out at the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors meeting this week, demanding a public hearing over the county’s recent pro-oil decision. Following a lawsuit from Sable Offshore Oil Company, the Board of Supervisors recently decided to allow the energy giant to construct emergency shutoff valves on the pipeline tha…

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Civil Rights Groups Sue UC Santa Cruz Over Encampment Response 15:11

6d ago15:11

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Pro-Palestinian protests and encampments at universities across the country drew brutal responses from university administration during the 2023-2024 school year. At UC Santa Cruz, students were injured, jailed, and banned from campus. Civil Rights groups and the ACLU think that the UC Campus’ response was unconstitutional. In this story, KCSB's Ro…

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What is Measure P? The Proposed SBCC Bond, Explained 12:51

11d ago12:51

12:51

Measure P is a bond measure that seeks to raise money to repair and upgrade the facilities of Santa Barbara City College, or SBCC. To understand the need for as well as the opposition to the measure, KCSB’s Joyce Chi spoke to SBCC’s Superintendent/President Dr. Erika Endrijonas and Trustee Jonathan Abboud, and op-ed author Denice Spangler Adams.--C…

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Sable Makes Strides In Restarting Gaviota Coast Pipeline 11:40

6d ago11:40

11:40

An oil Spill in 2015 devastated the Santa Barbara Community and its ecosystem. Now, Sable Oil Company is trying to restart operations. Despite high environmental risk, the Pacific Pipeline Company has gotten the okay from the County for a major step towards resuming operations.By KCSB News

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Santa Barbara Young Democrats Concerned Over Absenteeism From City Council member 12:55

12d ago12:55

12:55

The Santa Barbara Young Democrats called out Alejandra Gutierrez for being absent from her duties as a city council member. The organization has endorsed Wendy Santamaria in the upcoming election, as Gutierrez has also withdrawn from the democratic party. In this story we hear from the president of the Santa Barbara Young Democrats, with statements…

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Reflecting on Chancellor Henry Yang's Legacy of Innovation 14:55

8d ago14:55

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UCSB Chancellor Henry Yang announced he plans to step down at the end of the 2024-25 school year. With three decades on the job, Yang is the longest-serving chancellor in the university's history. Some observers say Yang played an instrumental role in creating an innovation hub on the Central Coast. KCSB's Robert Stark speaks with Henry Dubroff, a …

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Inside IV: Chancellor Yang's Legacy of Innovation + Mauna Kea Protectors Work 32:30

19d ago32:30

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UCSB Chancellor Henry Yang is stepping away from his top role in June. KCSB's Robert Stark speaks with Henry Dubroff of the Pacific Coast Business Times about the instrumental role Yang played in creating an innovation hub on the Central Coast, his legacy and the impact he made in his three decades on the job. One of Chancellor Yang's passion proje…

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The People's Program: A Journalist, An Israeli, And a Palestinian American Talk Gaza 57:03

8d ago57:03

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Today on The People's Program, we get insight from Leah, an Israeli peace activist, to learn more about the protests and her perspective as someone living in Israel. Monear Shaer, director of Gaza Is Our Home, also joined us.By KCSB News

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Lawmakers Table Journalism Preservation Act, Partner with Google to Fund California Journalism 3:25

15d ago3:25

3:25

After 2 years of debate, California lawmakers put aside legislation that would have taxed tech companies for using journalism in advertising, and instead partnered with google to create a 250 million dollar fund for California journalism and AI. The decision remains controversial. KCSB's Annabelle Hurst has the story.…

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5 Bills From the End of California's Legislative Session 11:29

12d ago11:29

11:29

From opportunities for undocumented college students to law enforcement changes that some deem problematic, a lot could change in California if the Governor signs newly-passed bills. What exactly did the California legislature pass, and what does it mean for Santa Barbara? KCSB’s Rosie Bultman explains five bills.…

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The California State Lands Commission Holds Hearing on Proposal to Reactivate Failed Oil Pipeline 10:06

18d ago10:06

10:06

The State Lands Commission must decide whether offshore oil pipelines can be transferred by Exxon to a new owner to resume operation. Today they held a hearing at Goleta City Hall, and several local groups attended to voice their concerns. KCSB’s Ray Briare brings us this report.By KCSB News

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Manongs on the Central Coast: New Exhibit Celebrates Local Filipino-American History 13:29

19d ago13:29

13:29

Manongs on the Central Coast is a new exhibit by the Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation that details the multi-generational stories of local Filipino-American families. KCSB’s Joyce Chi recaps the opening of the exhibit.By KCSB News

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Is a Billionaire Donor Pushing Kamala Harris to Become More Business-Friendly? 10:35

20d ago10:35

10:35

When President Joe Biden decided to not run for re-election, there was a rush of stakeholders to claim Kamala Harris's agenda. One of Harris's advisors, LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, pressured her to turn away from progressive policies such as anti-trust and to pursue a more corporate agenda. However, Harris's recent economic proposals are much…

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New UC Protest Policy Called "Authoritarian" by Campus Senator, Activist 9:09

24d ago9:09

9:09

UC students received an email this Monday from president Michael Drake, detailing plans to reinforce policies around masks, encampments, and other protest activities. While President Drake and members of the UC academic senate say this policy is necessary and won’t infringe on free speech, social media has erupted with student condemnation of the n…

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Inside IV: Chancellor Yang's Legacy in Isla VIsta 34:37

21d ago34:37

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UC Santa Barbara Chancellor Henry Yang recently announced he would be stepping down at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. How has Isla Vista been shaped by Yang's 30 year tenure? KCSB's Dick Flacks reflects with Jonathan Abboud, former AS-UCSB president and current general manager of the Isla Vista Community Services District (IVCSD), about thei…

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The People's Program: A Conversation With Palestinian-American Filmmaker Monear Shaer 56:25

29d ago56:25

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Rosie Bultman is joined by Caitlin Scialla and Monear Shaer, creator of Gaza Is Our Home, to discuss the his process of creating a documentary that, in his own words, he didn't want to make. View the documentary website here: https://www.gazaisourhome.com/ Watch the film here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S3S_9fGNX8&t=2s…

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An Interview With Academics for Justice in Palestine (Abridged Ver.) 23:55

1M ago23:55

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Over the past academic year and continuing into the upcoming year, substantial efforts have increased in supporting Palestine and working towards divestment on the UCSB Campus. One major presence has been AJP (Academics for Justice in Palestine). KCSB’s Kelly Darroch interviewed two UCSB Professors and members of AJP: Bishnupriya Ghosh and Sherene …

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An Interview With Academics for Justice in Palestine (Full-Length Ver.) 45:49

1M ago45:49

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Over the past academic year and continuing into the upcoming year, substantial efforts have increased in supporting Palestine and working towards divestment on the UCSB Campus. One major presence has been AJP (Academics for Justice in Palestine). KCSB’s Kelly Darroch interviewed two UCSB Professors and members of AJP: Bishnupriya Ghosh and Sherene …

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The People's Program: Student Victories in Bangladesh 55:36

30d ago55:36

55:36

Rosie Bultman and Faisal Mahmud discuss the causes and outcomes of Bangladesh's historic student protests.By KCSB News

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KCSB News Journalist Roundtable---08/14/2024 27:52

30d ago27:52

27:52

KCSB News hosts local journalists Miguel Hernandez, Rebecca Caraway, and April Chavez for a round up and discussion of Central Coast stories.By KCSB News

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Henry Yang Announces Plans to Step Down as UCSB's Chancellor 31:05

30d ago31:05

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UCSB Chancellor Henry T. Yang announced on August 14th that he will step down as Chancellor at the end of the upcoming school year. He said he plans to return to teaching. KCSB’s Joyce Chi and Rosie Bultman spoke to members of the campus community and beyond to hear their thoughts on Chancellor Yang’s decision.Photo credit: Courtesy of UCSBNote: Th…

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In Rare Move, EPA Bans Pesticide Linked to Fetal Health Risks 19:44

1M ago19:44

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The Environmental Protection Agency recently issued a ban on DCPA. The pesticide has harmful health effects that have impacted pregnant farmworkers especially hard. To understand the effects of pesticide exposure on farmworkers and communities of color, KCSB's Joyce Chi talked to toxicologist Alexis Temkin and policy advocate Erica Diaz Cervantez.…

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The People's Program: Venezuela’s Contested Elections — and their aftermath (English y Español) 47:52

1M ago47:52

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Acclaimed journalist Luz Mely Reyes joins the People's Program to discuss Venezuela's contested elections, resulting protest, and how we got to this point.La aclamada periodista Luz Mely Reyes se une al Programa del Pueblo para hablar sobre las disputadas elecciones de Venezuela, las protestas resultantes y cómo llegamos a este punto.…

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Space Force, SpaceX Environmental Deregulation Efforts Fail in Front of Coastal Commission 7:15

1M ago7:15

7:15

As Vandenberg Space Force base launches fill the skies of the central coast, residents have been both amazed and concerned. As the base aims to increase these launches, the California Coastal commission has its own concerns about the space effort. The Coastal Commission held a meeting today, August 8th, to discuss their regulations on Vandenberg. T…

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AFSCME 3299 Rallies for Higher Wages and Fair Contracts 5:01

2M ago5:01

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Since contract negotiations began in January between AFSCME 3299 and the University of California, the union has called for higher wages to compensate for high costs of living and housing. AFSCME 3299 recently held rallies across UC campuses in support of their demands. KCSB’s Joyce Chi attended the recent picket at UC Santa Barbara and spoke to Fr…

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The Cuyama Valley Water Wars, Part 2 25:30

1M ago25:30

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The residents of Cuyama Valley have been fighting a water use battle for three years, since agricultural giants Grimmway Farms and Bolthouse Farms filed an adjudication lawsuit in 2021. KCSB’s Rosie Bultman and Joyce Chi traveled to Cuyama Valley to get the latest on the situation.In Part 2, we learn more about the lawsuit, its impact on the commun…

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The Cuyama Valley Water Wars, Part 1 21:27

2M ago21:27

21:27

The residents of Cuyama Valley have been fighting a water use battle for three years, after agricultural giants Grimmway Farms and Bolthouse Farms filed an adjudication lawsuit in 2021. KCSB's Rosie Bultman and Joyce Chi traveled to Cuyama Valley to get the latest on the situation. In Part 1, we learn more about the land and community of the Valley…

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The People's Program: Political Instability in Haiti 57:35

2M ago57:35

57:35

A look into Haiti’s political instability with award-winning Journalist Fritznel Octave of the Haitian Times.By KCSB News

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These Are The Five Books Shortlisted for UCSB Reads 2025 8:41

2M ago8:41

8:41

Each year, UC Santa Barbara hosts UCSB Reads, a campus and community-wide reading program centered on one book. Last year’s selection was Your Brain on Art. What about this year? KCSB’s Joyce Chi spoke to Alex Regan, the Events Program Manager at the UCSB Library, to talk about the five titles shortlisted for UCSB Reads 2025 and to learn how the pu…

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Three Perspectives on Old Spanish Days 9:20

2M ago9:20

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On the eve of Santa Barbara’s 100th annual Fiesta, a group of over 50 people took a walk through downtown to hear three perspectives on Old Spanish Days. KCSB’s Ray Briare tells us how it went.By KCSB News

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In Memory of Sonya Massey 32:23

2M ago32:23

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Sonya Massey’s death marks another brutal police killing of a Black person. Recently released body cam footage shows how Massey was shot three times, and once in the face, by an aggressive police officer. To learn more about the impact of this murder, KCSB's Rosie Bultman speaks with Simone Akila from Healing Justice Santa Barbara.…

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Activists Respond to 1 Million Dollar Package Approved by SB Finance Committee 20:38

2M ago20:38

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REACH central coast has made plans with the Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce to further develop the land around the Santa Barbara airport. This comes as part of their REACH 2030 initiative, which includes a "commercial space master plan." While the Chamber claimed their plan was a necessary measure to bolster the struggling economy, they faced opp…

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UCSB Center for Feminist Futures Launches Public Feminism Series on Reproductive Justice 5:49

2M ago5:49

5:49

Local feminists held the first in a series of events about the end of Roe v. Wade and the ongoing fight to protect reproductive rights, as part of the beginning steps to create the Reproductive Justice Coalition of Santa Barbara. KCSB’s Joyce Chi recaps the event.By KCSB News

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Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, to Address a Joint Session of Congress 5:24

2M ago5:24

5:24

Congress will meet in Joint Session this week to hear Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Large demonstrations are expected, and many in Congress may boycott or protest Netanyahu’s speech. KCSB’s Ray Briare brings us this report.Audio credit: MSNBC, C-SPANBy KCSB News

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The People's Program: Political Unrest in Bolivia (English and Español) 54:15

2M ago54:15

54:15

On today's bilingual episode of The People's Program, Rosie Bultman and Galilea Trujillo discuss the recent Coup Attempt in Bolivia with Bolivian Journalist Franz Chavez.By KCSB News

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Newsom Signs Anti - Outing Bill, With Pacific Pride Foundation 13:26

2M ago13:26

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California is facing scrutiny from conservatives over Gavin Newsom’s signing over a bill making it illegal for schools to out queer and trans kids to their parents. To learn more about what this bill means to Santa Barbara and queer youth across the state, KCSB receives insight from the Pacific Pride Foundation.…

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Biden Announces Support For SCOTUS Reform, Advocates Say Too Little Too Late 10:20

2M ago10:20

10:20

After staunchly opposing court reform for years, President Biden supposedly voiced his support for Supreme Court Justice term limits to members of the progressive caucus. While a dramatic change of heart, many doubt that Biden’s new stance will ever actualize. We hear more from expert Aaron Belkin.By KCSB News

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Most Recent UC Regents Meeting Faces Protests 10:21

2M ago10:21

10:21

The UC Regents meeting last week (07/16-07/18) included the approval of a highly controversial restriction on University speech, and a closed session discussing “Legal Issues Related to Campus Climate.” We hear more from Activist Sarah Bacon.By KCSB News

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What Do Reparations Look Like In CA? With Dr. Corey Jackson 6:46

2M ago6:46

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California is a national leader in the fight for reparations for African Americans, but what does the effort really look like? KCSB’s Rosie Bultman talked to Assembly Member Corey Jackson to learn more.By KCSB News

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Meal Swipe Reform is Coming to UCSB 12:46

2M ago12:46

12:46

UPDATE, 7/22/24: This story has been updated with information and perspective from the university.At UC Santa Barbara, where 48% of undergrads and 31% of grad students face food insecurity, there have been efforts to achieve meal swipe reform since at least 2006. Now, meal swipe reform is finally coming to UCSB, in the form of rollovers, donations,…

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Newly Announced Kroger-Albertsons Divestiture Sparks Questions Among Community Members, Critics 3:23

2M ago3:23

3:23

The Krogers-Albertsons merger has been looming for the past two years. Its most recent development concerns the United Food and Commercial Workers Union. KCSB's Rosie Bultman has the story.By KCSB News

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A Woman Died in a California Correctional Facility, Here's Why 14:24

2M ago14:24

14:24

Activist groups claim that a woman died of heatstroke at the Central California Women's Facility this past Friday, but the California department of corrections says their claims are unfounded. KCSB's Rosie Bultman speaks with Elizabeth Nomura, prison rights advocate who was formerly incarcerated at CCWF.…

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New State Laws Effective July 1st: Security Deposits, Hidden Fees, and More 3:58

3M ago3:58

3:58

KCSB’s Joyce Chi recaps the new California laws that took effect on July 1st.(Music credit: Single-Player, Life and Times by Chad Crouch)By KCSB News

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Lake Fire Burns 20,000+ Acres 9:04

3M ago9:04

9:04

UPDATE (7/8/24, 7:36 PM): UPDATE (7/10/24, 6:15 PM): The following areas are under an EVACUATION ORDER:Woodstock Area (Areas north of Calzada Ave, east of E. Oak Trail Rd., west of Happy Canyon, and south of the Sisquoc River)Goat Rock Area (Area east of Figueroa Creek, north of the US Forest Service entrance at Happy Canyon Road, and south of Cach…

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Congressman Carbajal on the Second Anniversary of the Dobbs Decision 4:52

3M ago4:52

4:52

Monday, June 24, was the second anniversary of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision, revoking the right to abortion. Congressman Salud Carbajal held a press conference to address the current situation. KCSB’s Ray Briare brings us this report:By KCSB News

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