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Each year, KHUM undertakes a local Stop The Violence campaign, a program Cliff Berkowitz helped co-found. This usually includes three weeks of drive-time interviews with experts in and survivors of domestic abuse, street violence, and systemic violence. KHUM maintains a Stop The Violence Fund at a local foundation, and annual donations are made to local charities.
KHUM also broadcasts live coverage of the world championship Kinetic Sculpture Race, which was founded down the street the from studios.
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