Cost of Living
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
Immigration
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
Culture
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
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
Newsletter
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
Arts & Culture
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
Weekend Energy
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
Environment
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
Food Security
As eligibility tightens, free food networks become a lifeline across the county. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey With rising grocery costs and federal changes to CalFresh and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits restricting access to food assistance based on work and immigration status, many are scrambling
News and information that is for you, not just about you.
At the annual TRUTH Act forum, San Diego Sheriff Kelly Martinez maintained her position that she doesn't have to follow the county's ordinance on the issue because she is an elected official. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Community members pleaded with Sheriff
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, get to know some local environmental leaders Hi friends! This week marks the beginning of Earth Month. Each year, people celebrate environmental activism and its evolution since the modern movement began in 1970. More than 20 million Americans participated in the first Earth Day on April 22, 1970. Now,
Those steering the fight for sustainable communities and climate action say San Diegans must believe in the power of the people to enact positive environmental change. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan, Lauren J. Mapp and Kate Morrissey Local environmental activism can begin in one's backyard
This week, San Diegans can participate in community yoga or in a weekly protest. Written by Maya Srikrishnan, 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 weekend,
As inequality grows, states are stepping up where the federal government hasn’t. “It’s a movement,” says Patriotic Millionaire’s Chuck Collins. 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
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, one woman's experience with medical neglect and credit card theft while in ICE custody Greetings everyone, buenas and bom dia, A man from Iran had been in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody for about eight or nine months when he noticed a Russian man making crafts in
From a film festival and acrylic workshop to a protest and fundraisers, here are options to fill up your free time this week. 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
The San Diego Sheriff's Department and CoreCivic have a memorandum of understanding that allows the warden of Otay Mesa Detention Center to decide whether to investigate rape allegations at the facility. Written by Wendy Fry and Nigel Duara, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up
Hanne Engan, whom ICE arrested at her green card appointment, said her diabetes quickly escalated while at Otay Mesa Detention Center due to medical negligence. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp When Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials showed up at Hanne Engan's green card appointment
Here's what happened this week in immigration news. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Corrected on March 20, 2026 at 08:30 a.m. with the correct name of Kino Border Initiative. The previous version incorrectly called the organization Kino Border Institute. Daylight San Diego
