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Plus, a monthly wellness market lowers barriers to self-care. Hello everyone! Becoming a mother 14 months ago not only transformed my family, but my friendships and community. With an added identity, new priorities and a whole new set of problems and things to learn, I found some of my existing
Arts & Culture
Before a City Council meeting on Monday, leaders from San Diego's arts and culture organizations blasted Mayor Todd Gloria's proposal to slash their funding. Photo Essay by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Mayor Todd Gloria has proposed to slash arts and culture funding in
Weekend Energy
From guided art walks and live jazz music to community cleanups and discussion-based workshops, here’s what’s happening across the county. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event flyers, but humans have
Guides
Being a new mom can be isolating, especially in a city like San Diego that’s full of transplants. Written by Maya Srikrishnan, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Becoming a mother is a major transition — reshaping a woman’s body, brain, identity and relationships. Often, especially in a city like
Election
Experts say he would likely face a recall, but could still wield power through appointments, vetoes and regulatory boards. Written by Mark Kreidler This article was produced by Capital & Main, an award-winning publication that reports from California on economic, political, and social issues. It is co-published here with permission.
Third Spaces
After pandemic isolation, Olivia Steadman-Oladipo launched Shore and Sage Wellness Market with a focus on access and community. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey and Maya Srikrishnan Before having her son, Olivia Steadman-Oladipo had researched a variety of resources for new parents in San Diego, including postpartum
Music
Record Store Day is Saturday, April 18, and while not all stores are carrying the special RSD pressings, many are running discounts, releasing new arrivals and hosting live DJs. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Editor’s note: For transparency, the reporter on this piece is also
Beyond the Border
Here's what happened this week in immigration news. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Welcome to another edition of Beyond the Border, which summarizes immigration news from across the country in a weekly roundup. Did I miss something? Message me via kate@daylightsandiego.org or
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Plus, the end of the last court case from the Linda Vista ICE arrests of U.S. citizens. Greetings, buenas and bom dia, Daylight San Diego is turning one next week! We officially started publishing during Earth Week last year. That's one year of community-centered stories, one year
News and information that is for you, not just about you.
From Earth Day celebrations and clothing swaps to community forums and hands-on workshops, here’s what’s happening across San Diego this week. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event flyers, but humans
Throughout April, there are ways to support a healthier planet by attending hands-on workshops, lectures and festivals. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey Correction on April 22, 2026 at 9:24 a.m.. An earlier version of this story had the wrong date for the Marine Science
Trina Rupley reached an agreement with the U.S. Attorney's Office that if she commits no crimes for a year, the charge of assaulting a federal officer will be dropped. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp The federal government has agreed to defer charges against
Republicans in Congress want to ban lawsuits against quartz manufacturers, including a company whose CEO is a major Trump donor. Written by Semantha Raquel Norris This article was produced by Capital & Main, an award-winning publication that reports from California on economic, political, and social issues. It is co-published here
UC Berkeley study finds employment held steady — and only pennies were added to menu prices. Written by Mark Kreidler This article was produced by Capital & Main, an award-winning publication that reports from California on economic, political, and social issues. It is co-published here with permission. In their third report
Advocates warn immigrants to avoid military bases when working for apps like Uber, Lyft and DoorDash. Written by Kate Morrissey This article was produced by Capital & Main, an award-winning publication that reports from California on economic, political, and social issues. It is co-published here with permission. Assim Alkhawaja decided
Locals seek to deepen the neighborhood’s cultural identity by centering the iconic park as the heart of its public landmarks Written by Roberto Camacho, CALÓ News This piece first appeared in CALÓ News. It is republished with permission. San Diego officials and residents have started the process to rename
Here's what happened this week in immigration news. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Welcome to another edition of Beyond the Border, which summarizes immigration news from across the country in a weekly roundup. Did I miss something? Message me via kate@daylightsandiego.org or
Plus, gossip-worthy art, the sheriff’s transfers to ICE and a map of no-cost groceries. It’s Local News Day — a national day of action to uplift the local journalism that keeps our communities connected, informed and strong. You already know how much local news matters. Our local communities are
Seven local, female artists redefine gossip as the empowering act of sharing personal stories with their community Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Amber Schnitzius works in health insurance. She calls it her “boring job,” but it supports her creative side hustle as a ceramic artist. Much
This week, San Diegans can join community discussions or picnic in celebration of trans pride. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event flyers, but humans have selected, adjusted and reviewed each entry. This
Declining flows and the warming climate imperil farms, green energy projects and the economy of one of California’s poorest counties. Written by Jeremy Lindenfeld This article was produced by Capital & Main, an award-winning publication that reports from California on economic, political, and social issues. It is co-published here
