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County leaders are calling for federal cooperation with a death investigation as they continue fighting for access to inspect the facility. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey San Diego County supervisors Terra Lawson-Remer and Paloma Aguirre called on the federal government Tuesday to cooperate with a
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Under Trump, more than 300 people granted protection from persecution or torture in their homelands have been sent elsewhere. Written by Kate Morrissey, Capital & Main This article was produced by Capital & Main, an award-winning publication that reports from California on economic, political, and social issues. It is
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Private prison company CoreCivic confirmed that someone in its custody died on Oct. 24 in one of the housing units. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp This story was updated at 2:45 p.m. on Oct. 27, 2026 with information from Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Author&
Paddlers in hazmat suits opened San Diego Climate Week in Coronado, where advocates and regional leaders called attention to the Tijuana River pollution crisis and the need for binational solutions. Written by Yanelli Zavina Robles, Edited by Kate Morrissey Paddlers in hazmat suits took to the waters of Glorietta Bay
On an early morning in August, Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents held the person outside in their underwear while agents ransacked their belongings. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp A San Diego organizer who advocates for transgender and immigrant rights had woken up around 5 a.m.
Time in Hawaii shaped the battle champ emcee whose freestyle prowess has taken him from Battle Bot to the Old Globe. Written by Roberto Camacho, Edited by Kate Morrissey On a warm August evening, dozens of people pack into a mid-sized club in Honolulu. Taking the stage is San
The American Civil Liberties Union of San Diego and Imperial Counties and the Partnership for the Advancement of New Americans are asking a state judge to force an end to the city's automated license plate reader contracts and removal of the cameras. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by
Otay Mesa Detention Center received a visit from officials and shut down detainee movement for hours, blocking lawyers’ access to clients and stranding a group in the dining area without access to a bathroom. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp A recent visit from officials to Otay
A Southeast San Diego panel explored how chronic disease, health disparities and gaps in medical care shape the menopause transition. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey Hot flashes, night sweats, achy joints and brain fog might be among the most familiar early signs of menopause. But for
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Californians are voting on 14 ballot measures, including propositions on taxes, voting, healthcare, housing and the environment. It’s a lot to take in, but we’re here to help. Story by Adam Echelman, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their election newsletter to get
During a surprise inspection Friday, the senator observed an unusable holding cell and questioned whether the facility could safely accommodate detainees amid the ‘Operation Safe California’ increase in immigration arrests. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey Sen. Alex Padilla said he observed concerning conditions at the Immigration
Here's what happened this week in immigration news. Written by Emma Chen, 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, how being welcoming and kind can help save the planet. Greetings everyone, buenas and bom dia, Our Daylight Culture Club event about vinyl record culture at Mujeres Brew House is less than a month away! I’m very excited about what we’ve got planned for Nov. 15, including
This week, San Diegans can celebrate Black LGBTQ+ literature, enjoy a Halloween art market and learn how wetland restoration can help protect communities from flooding. Written by Yanelli Zavina Robles Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event
During San Diego Climate Week, sustainability life coach Eric Bejleri said small acts of kindness, supportive relationships and shared purpose can bring communities together to drive environmental change. Written by Emma Chen, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp and Kate Morrissey Mangrove forests protect coastlines from erosion, withstand powerful waves and
The governor announced his positions on most of the 14 propositions on the November ballot. Written by Jeanne Kuang, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Not only has Gov. Gavin Newsom vocally opposed the proposed California billionaire tax, but he also wants to
Two Democrats with differing approaches vie to regulate one of the biggest insurance markets in the world. Written by Levi Sumagaysay, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Bernie Sanders. Jane Fonda. There’s some star power endorsing each of the two Democratic candidates
Stone Brewing’s Escondido site was one of many California breweries scheduled to close. Now, its original owners will revive it under a new name. Written by Deborah Brennan, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A month before its scheduled closure, Stone Brewing
Thousands of Lyft drivers will be eligible to get paid for lost wages and benefits from 2016 to 2020, when they would have been considered employees under California labor law. Written by Levi Sumagaysay, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Lyft must pay
California community colleges are trying to discourage immigration enforcement on campuses, but they can’t do much to bar ICE agents from public spaces. Written by Adam Echelman, Calmatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Immigration enforcement agents are inciting panic at California’s
Protesters will encourage the public to vote early in the upcoming November election. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp The No Kings protest movement will continue its efforts this Saturday with demonstrations across San Diego County. According to organizers, this round of protests will focus on telling
