KCBX remembers the public radio station's president and general manager of 46 years, Frank Lanzone, who died on September 10, 2026.
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Sergeant Joshua Walsh said his department didn’t find evidence that the man committed a hate crime, because his actions weren’t directed at a person who is part of a protected class.
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Santa Maria residents learned about housing rights, eviction procedures and new state housing laws during a virtual workshop Wednesday. The city partnered with the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County for the event.
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The Federal Aviation Administration launched an ambitious $875-million-dollar push to make the U.S. airspace more efficient. But critics say it won't solve bigger problems with air traffic control.
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Come along and join journeys of discovery where we revisit the Singing Revolution in Estonia in the days leading up to the collapse of Russia’s rule over the Baltic States. Next up, reporting from Little Rock, Arkansas at the State Museum we visit with the musical duo Suzanne and Jim as they share presidential campaign songs from the mid-19th Century.And then we’ll meet up with apple grower, Steve Frey. The family run Red Barn Farm. Steve and Cindy Frey founded their farm, located on the outskirts of Westin, Missouri more than 30 years ago. And it’s natural that the Frey’s agricultural pursuits include producing apples as Steve is a direct descendent of John Chapman better known as Johnny Appleseed.
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Tune in for a lively and heartfelt Conversation with Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose backstage at Live Oak Music Festival. Celebrating the community and 37 years of what has become the Live Oak way.Listen live Tuesdays from 1-2 p.m. on KCBX
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Mark Greenburg, Executive Director of End of Life Choice California, will join host Kris Kington Barker to discuss the nonprofit and the services it offers related to legal end-of-life choices in California. They will explore why these choices matter and how individuals can communicate their personal preferences effectively. Additionally, volunteer Gia Sandell will participate in the discussion to share her personal story about medical aid in dying.Listen to Central Coast Voices Thursdays from 1-2 p.m. on KCBX
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Join correspondent Simo Nylander as he shares insights about Finland’s national pastime, Pesäpallo, reporting about a game in progress in Siilinjärvi, Finland
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