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U.S. Coast GuardThe California Coastal Commission is accusing the company that owns the Refugio Oil spill pipeline of doing unpermitted construction. The Coastal Commission first sent a violation letter in September, asking Sable Offshore Corp. to stop all work on the pipeline until it secured the proper coastal permits. -
Randol WhitePaso Robles has denied a $2 million claim from the city manager, who said he was forced to endure a toxic work environment. The dispute could still end up in court.
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Correspondent Tom Wilmer visits with cattle and buffalo ranchers in Western Nebraska
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SLO Women’s Rugby celebrates 20 Years of breaking barriers. Local writer and freelance reporter Melanie Senn talks about her new book- Murray: A Novel. Fort Hunter Liggett is leading the energy independence charge with micro-grids. Pete Kelley, owner of the "Pete's" Central Coast restaurants from 1977 to 2007, talks with KCBX's Carol Tangeman in this interview from the archives, recorded in 2022. Morro Bay ceramicist Ross Hale blends sculpting with jazz, and talks about his aspirations for the project. -
Cal Poly Psychology/Child Development Professors Carrie Langner and Linda Lee about reducing school bullying with a drama-based curriculum. -
Dr. Mario Espinoza-Kulick spotlights a new video series by SLO County UndocuSupport that helps undocumented immigrants on the Central Coast access vital resources. -
The movie Sideways celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Evan Kleiman of KCRW explores the movie’s lasting effects on the Santa Ynez Valley. Correspondent Tom Wilmer enjoys a conversation with second generation winegrower Austin Hope. Fr. Ian plays with wine. Former KCBX news director Benjamin Purper takes us on a sonic journey through a Central Coast wine harvest.
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