Beyond the Border
Here's what happened this week in immigration news. Written by Jenna Ramiscal, Edited by Kate Morrissey Welcome to another edition of Beyond the Border, which summarizes immigration news from across the country in a weekly roundup. Did we miss something? Message us via kate@daylightsandiego.org or on
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Do you dread going back to work on Monday? Have you lost the joy you used to feel when doing the things that matter to you? Do you avoid keeping up with the news because you're worried it will all be bad? Burnout is real, and there are
Weekend Energy
This week, San Diegans can learn about native plant species, jam out to R&B and watch some slam poetry by local poets. Written by Rami Alarian, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event flyers, but
Juneteenth
From festivals and surfing to live music and culinary events, there are many options for commemorating the 161st anniversary of the end of slavery this week. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey San Diegans are preparing for Juneteenth, the annual holiday commemorating the end of most forms
Arts & Culture
Generations of Filipino Americans emphasized the importance of preserving traditions through arts, language and culture. Written by Jenna Ramiscal, Edited by Kate Morrissey Miniature Philippine flags hung across the ceiling of South West Lodge in National City as a crowd of around 100 people wearing intricately embroidered traditional Filipino attire
Health & Wellness
Nile Sisters offers classes to help immigrants, particularly those from African countries, prepare to become Certified Nursing Assistants. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp The first time Azeb Birhane took the written exam to become a certified nursing assistant, she didn't finish in the time
Immigration
San Diego became the latest city where immigration judges are seeing a dramatic increase in the number of cases scheduled per day. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp The San Diego Immigration Court on Friday increased the number of cases heard per judge per day, joining cities
Beyond the Border
Here's what happened this week in immigration news. Written by Rami Alarian, Edited by Kate Morrissey Welcome to another edition of Beyond the Border, which summarizes immigration news from across the country in a weekly roundup. Did we miss something? Message us via kate@daylightsandiego.org or on
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Plus, people in immigration custody across the country are participating in hunger strikes. Hello everyone! On Saturday, we gathered for a community listening session at The Block Club to help guide our reporting on Black maternal and infant health in San Diego County. Several community members shared their experiences in
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The market donated a portion of its proceeds to Human Rights Council of Oceanside and Detention Resistance, two organizations that advocate for immigrant rights. Written by Jenna Ramiscal, Edited by Kate Morrissey Jewellers, crafters, spiritualists, musicians and community members gathered together at a market alongside Oceanside’s busy South Coast
This week San Diegans can learn whacking, drumming and printmaking as well as support LGBTQ+ creators. Written by Jenna Ramiscal, Edited by Kate Morrissey Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event flyers, but humans have selected, adjusted and reviewed each entry. If
Here's what happened this week in immigration news. Written by Jenna Ramiscal, Edited by Kate Morrissey Welcome to another edition of Beyond the Border, which summarizes immigration news from across the country in a weekly roundup. Did we miss something? Message us via kate@daylightsandiego.org or on
Plus, the local Muslim community criticizes city government following Islamic Center shooting San Diego’s LGBTQ+ liberation movement dates back to Spanish colonization of California when Spanish Catholic explorers and missionaries observed Native Americans who were proudly Two-Spirit, homosexual and cross-dressing, according to the San Diego History Center.
From city proclamations to multi-day festivals, there are many ways to share LGBTQ+ pride across the county. LGBTQ+ pride season spans at least two months in San Diego, with events honoring the nationally recognized Pride Month throughout June and official San Diego Pride events in mid-July. From city-
Many in the Muslim community criticized the mayor and police chief's comments in the aftermath of the attack on the Islamic Center. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp As San Diegans mourn the three men who died protecting the Islamic Center of San Diego from
This week San Diegans can create art, look at art and make their voices heard at a number of art shows, art walks and community gatherings. Written by Rami Alarian, Edited by Kate Morrissey Updated on June 4, 2026 at 11:15 a.m. to remove an event that is
Those who helped families cope with child care, financial instability and mental health are being replaced with uniformed service members. Written by Marcus Baram, Capital & Main This article was produced by Capital & Main, an award-winning publication that reports from California on economic, political, and social issues. It
California lawmakers want to make it easier for drivers to convert their cars to run on cheaper ethanol fuel. Written by Alejandro Lazo and Yue Stella Yu, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In the face of the nation’s highest gas prices,
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
As the U.S. and Mexico pursue $800 million in upgrades to wastewater facilities on the border, local officials are working on a smaller fix to improve conditions as soon as next year. Written by Deborah Brennan, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters.
About 40% of California’s community college courses are online now, redefining education. These courses are more accessible, college officials say, but they come with serious drawbacks. Written by Adam Echelman, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California’s community colleges represent the
