Local News from KSQD
The Roots of the Migration Crisis with Dr. Ann Lopez
Migrants and immigrants from Mexico comprise the bulk of all migration to the US, roughly 30 percent of all people who seek to cross US borders for employment and opportunities for themselves and their families. Why do they come and when did this "mass migration"...
Sustainability Now! Sunday, March 2nd, 2025: Food Apartheid and Food Hubs–A Visit with Saba Grocers and co-founder Lina Ghanem
Food Apartheid and Food Hubs A Visit with Saba Grocers and co-founder Lina Ghanem Sustainability Now! Sunday, March 2nd,2025, 5-6 PM Food insecurity and food apartheid are a common challenge in many low-income and minority neighborhoods across the United States. Big...
HERStory – Second Annual Celebration
Exploring Monterey Bay host, Mathilde Rand and her guests Jessie Durant, Stephanie Sumarna, Madeline Aliah and Scarlett Folger talk about the second annual HERstory celebration to be held March 13 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM at the Museum of History and Art. Contact info:...
In Defense of Liberals: A Walk Through Santa Cruz
A special edition of the Babblery in recognition of Black History Month. I was ambivalent about going anywhere on Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday, this year otherwise known as Inauguration Day. It seemed like the two events were canceling each other out in my...
Santa Cruz Wharf Stuggles Back to Life
After a catastrophic collapse in December, the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf is putting out the message: Support local businesses that depend on foot traffic to stay afloat. This story is by UCSC Humanities intern, Maury Burnette-Cavoto.
Immigration Attorney Describes Staggering Case Load
Chaos and confusion abound, and immigration lawyers are overwhelmed by the number of clients seeking their services. Here's the view from Salinas Attorney, Blanca Zarazua.
Moss Landing Battery Fire Health Survey
The Health Departments of Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties, in collaboration with the California Department of Public Health, are conducting this community survey to learn more about the Energy Storage Facility Fire in Monterey County that started on...
Regional Transportation Director Sarah Christensen updates us on Highway 1 construction and planning for Zero Emission Passenger Rail and Trail
Sarah Christensen is the Executive Director of the Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission. Sarah has nearly two decades of experience in organizational leadership, planning, and implementation of major capital projects along the Central Coast and...
Breaking News: Fire at Vistra Energy Facility in Moss Landing
A fire broke out late Tuesday at the Vistra Energy lithium-ion battery storage facility near Moss Landing Harbor. As a precaution, Monterey County residents in the surrounding area were advised to close their windows and doors overnight. According to County...
FirstPersonSingular: Alan Ritch – Another Culvert
Alan Ritch hopes for a reconstructed culvert on West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz.