As climate crisis upended homeowners insurance, the industry resisted regulation

When an international organization sought to create guidelines on climate risk, insurance lobbying groups pushed back. Written by Marcus Baram This article was produced by Capital & Main. It is republished here with permission. In the wake of the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles in January 2025, the effect of

They’re organizing to stop the next assault on immigrant families

Community groups are pushing back on an impending HUD rule that would force undocumented immigrants from public housing, splitting families. Written by Mark Kreidler This article was produced by Capital & Main. It is republished here with permission. Community organizers in Los Angeles are rallying in opposition to a Trump

Cuts aimed at abortion are hitting basic care

Emergency state support for Planned Parenthood can’t fully offset lost Medicaid dollars, and patients are paying the price. Written by Mark Kreidler This article was produced by Capital & Main. It is republished here with permission. When the Donald Trump-directed Congress defunded Planned Parenthood last year, critics warned that

Beyond the Border: Prosecuting ICE watchers, surveillance with school security cameras and another in-custody death

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

Newsletter: The debate over sharing Escondido's gun range with ICE

Plus, how to observe Ramadan in San Diego Councilmembers in Escondido will discuss on Wednesday the city police department's ongoing contract that allows Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to use its gun range. Contract information posted on a government website shows that the city received $67,500 for

Honoring San Diego’s diversity through trainings, classes and festivals: Things to do in San Diego Feb. 19-25

This week, there are opportunities to celebrate Black History Month, Ramadan and Lunar New Year in addition to the immigrant and LGBTQ+ communities. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp This week features events honoring San Diego’s cultural, ethnic and overall diversity while advocating for more welcoming

Balancing faith and daily life during Ramadan

As the holy month begins, San Diego Muslims fast, pray and gather — all while maintaining school and work schedules. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan Author’s Note: This story includes an interview with Imam Taha Hassane, who is married to Daylight Board Member Lallia Allali. With

From community iftars to storytimes: Where to honor Ramadan

San Diegans are spending the holy month leading bilingual storytimes at libraries, breaking their fast with events at local restaurants and making paper lanterns. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan Ramadan began on Tuesday, and San Diego’s Muslim community is honoring the holy month of fasting,

Beyond the Border: Pregnant women avoiding prenatal visits out of fear, ICE's ‘death cards,’ and where ICE is building new offices

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

Newsletter: City Heights program reduces youth gang violence through community mentoring

Plus, a new immigration rule shortens how long people have to appeal their cases. Hello everyone!  Each day when school lets out, a group of mentors wait outside Hoover High School and at stations along the blocks between the campus doors and the Copley-Price YMCA to safely accompany students who

After-school program reduces gang violence through mentorship, safe spaces and financial incentives

Youth Empowerment’s school program has helped reduce gang-related violence at Hoover High School since launching three years ago. Written by Maya Srikrishnan, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp In the last three months of 2025, Hoover High School saw no gang-related fights among students. That may be the norm at

Valentine’s Day and Black History Month celebrations: Things to do in San Diego Feb. 12-18

This week, look forward to volunteer opportunities, learning about native plants and San Diego’s own Mardi Gras. Written by Brittany Cruz-Fejeran, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp This week, San Diegans can enjoy weekend-long events for Valentine’s Day and Black History Month by skating at Cupid’s Skate Party