Newsletter: Did you see San Diego police show up to an ICE operation? Tell us about it.
Plus, meet the Hip Hop group bringing the revolution from San Diego to the world.
After waiting for more than 10 months, I finally received some records from the mayor's office of reports from San Diego police about when its officers showed up at situations involving federal immigration officials.
In the meantime, City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera is calling on the department to be more transparent and release information publicly about these interactions.
It's difficult to tell from the records I've received so far if the police department is reporting about all of the instances that it should. To do that, I need your help.
I've made a reporting form to track when you see San Diego police show up to a federal immigration operation. Together, we can build a database to fact-check reports from police in the pursuit of greater accountability and transparency.
Share the form with your friends, and please reach out to kate@daylightsandiego.org if you have any questions, concerns or other feedback.
— Kate Morrissey
San Diego City Councilmember Sean Elo-Rivera is calling for more transparency from the police department about when its officers show up to immigration operations. We recently received some records from Mayor Todd Gloria's office to see what the department has reported about its activities.
— Kate Morrissey
After years of relentless grind in the San Diego music scene, a fiercely independent Hip Hop group is rising to national prominence as one of the genre’s promising and socially conscious up-and-coming acts. The Neighborhood Kids aren’t just making music, but also building a movement.
— Roberto Camacho
Remembering those in ICE custody
Dozens gathered outside Otay Mesa Detention Center on Sunday for the one-year anniversary of a weekly vigil that began with Día de los Muertos in 2025.
— Kate Morrissey and Alejandro Tamayo
The Trump administration is demanding that almost every California county review its claims that noncitizens are registered to vote. Some of the information appears outdated, officials say.
— Story by Ryan Sabalow and Jeanne Kuang, CalMatters
Two people died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s custody at detention facilities in San Diego and Georgia, prompting investigations and renewed concerns about detention conditions. Meanwhile, U.S. citizenship approvals dropped 72% during the first eight months of 2026, leaving hundreds of thousands of applicants in limbo ahead of the November midterm elections. A federal appeals court also ruled that immigrants who entered the country without permission do not have a constitutional right to bond hearings, allowing the Trump administration to continue detaining them during deportation proceedings. Here's what happened last week in immigration news.
— Emma Chen
This week, San Diegans can check out the inaugural Kumeyaay Peoples Day celebration in Chula Vista, enjoy movie screenings during the 27th annual San Diego Asian Film Festival and or watch a performance of Miki Vale’s Hip Hop musical “In Lieu of FLWRZ.” Mid-City CAN is hosting a Youth Council Friendsgiving potluck, and San Diego County Parks and Recreation and Women in the Wild are hosting a hike ahead of Veterans Day.
— Lauren J. Mapp
Other news
About 38% of registered voters participated in the election this Tuesday, KPBS reported. Early results show that nationally, both the House and Senate have swung decidedly to the Democrats. Based on the results available Wednesday afternoon, California voters appeared to have rejected a proposal to require IDs to vote as well as the billionaire tax. In the race for San Diego City Council District 4, Martha Abraham showed a lead of seven percentage points over Henry Foster III.
Encinitas City Council voted to look into restricting federal immigration officials’ access to city spaces, inewsource reported.
A 19-year-old has filed a legal claim against the San Diego Police Department after an automated license plate reader incorrectly said he was driving a stolen car, and a police officer shot him several minutes later, Times of San Diego reported.
Voice of San Diego reported that the local Democratic Socialists of America is gathering momentum — and members.
Amidst ongoing financial struggles, San Diego Pride has cut employees and is looking to end its large-scale summer events, Times of San Diego reported.
A group has filed the preliminary steps to try to recall Mayor Todd Gloria, Times of San Diego reported.
American Idol runner-up Clay Aiken is slated as the headline performer for December Nights in Balboa Park next month, The San Diego Union-Tribune reported. The pop star will perform Saturday, Dec. 5 — the second night of the two-day holiday festival.
Upcoming Events
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Nov. 6
Youth Council Friendsgiving: Mid-City CAN's Youth Council is hosting a Friendsgiving potluck featuring food, games and prize drawings. Attendees are welcome to bring family and friends, along with a dish or drink to share, although contributions are optional.
⏰ 4 - 7 p.m.
🌎 Mid-City CAN, 4305 University Ave., Suite 640, San Diego, CA 92105
🎟️ RSVP and sign up for the potluck online
In Lieu of FLWRZ: San Diego artist Miki Vale is bringing “In Lieu of FLWRZ” — a Hip Hop musical exploring love, heartbreak and generational patterns — to Dear Tomorrow. Starring Keomi Tarver and Eboni Harvey, the production combines music and storytelling to examine how inherited experiences shape relationships. Attendees can experience the performance as part of the city of San Diego's Artist Incubator program.
⏰ 5 - 9 p.m.
🌎 Dear Tomorrow, 216 S Tremont St., Oceanside, CA 92054
🎟️ Donation based
Nov. 7
Warrior Hike Challenge: San Diego County Parks and Recreation and Women in the Wild are hosting the annual Warrior Hike Challenge to honor local military veterans. Participants can choose from three hiking routes up El Cajon Mountain: a 2-mile, beginner-friendly hike, a 6-mile option for skilled hikers and an 11-mile, expert-level trek. Water, snacks and trail support will be provided, and hikers who complete a route will receive a Veterans Day patch. Organizers suggested bringing plenty of water, sunscreen and sturdy hiking shoes.
⏰ 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
🌎 El Capitan County Preserve, 13775 Blue Sky Ranch Road, Lakeside, CA 92040
🎟️ Free; no RSVP required
RISE Now: Beyond Voting: RISE San Diego is hosting a community forum exploring ways to exercise civic power beyond elections. Participants will hear from community leaders and advocates about getting involved in local organizing, speaking at public hearings and joining advocacy coalitions.
⏰ 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
🌎 Hera Hub Carlsbad, 5938 Priestly Drive, Suite 103, Carlsbad, CA 92008
🎟️ Free, Register online
Native American Heritage Month Celebration: Native Star is hosting a celebration of Native American Heritage Month featuring a fashion show with Indigenous designers. The event featuring Patricia Michaels, Penny Singer, Kayla Lookinghorse, Cody Sanderson and Chef Crystal Wahpepah includes the unveiling of Nike's N7 winter collection by Stephen Paul Judd, an art show, drum circle and holiday bazaar.
⏰ Noon - 5 p.m.
🌎 Native Star, 631 Fifth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101
Kingz of Style: MAAC Community Charter School is hosting a graffiti art fundraiser featuring dozens of artists creating live artwork and music by DJ Daks-Isa. Proceeds from the event will support scholarships for graduating seniors pursuing higher education.
⏰ Noon - 5 p.m.
🌎 MAAC Community Charter School, 1355 Third Ave., Chula Vista, CA 91911
🎟️ $7
Deeply Rooted: A DJ Root Benefit Jam: The San Diego dance community is coming together for a fundraiser supporting DJ Root as he recovers from stomach cancer. The all-ages event features live performances, giveaways, raffles and a two-on-two open styles dance battle with prizes. DJ Megatone will provide music, with Electric Dougieloo, L-Prad and Nico Spins judging the competition. All proceeds will support DJ Root's recovery fund.
⏰ Noon - 5 p.m.
🌎 Embolden Beer Co., 8655 Production Ave., Suite A, San Diego, CA 92121
Mapping Our Presence: Chaldean Community Event: The Aja Project is hosting a community gathering celebrating Chaldean history, stories and contributions to El Cajon through public art and personal photographs. The event features lunch, a documentary screening and community storytelling. Attendees are encouraged to bring printed photographs of places or objects from their early years in El Cajon to contribute to a collaborative public art project.
⏰ 1 - 3 p.m.
🌎 St. Michael Chaldean Catholic Church, 799 E. Washington Ave., El Cajon, CA 92020
Nov. 8
Kumeyaay Peoples Day: You can celebrate Native American Heritage Month at the inaugural Kumeyaay Peoples Day on Sunday. The family-friendly event features Kumeyaay face painting by Marti Daglio, a falconry experience, martial arts lessons, arts and crafts vendors, educational booths, raffle prizes, food and refreshments.
⏰ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
🌎 Kumeyaay Park, 700 Buena Vista Way, Chula Vista, CA 91910
MexiPino Mini Market: Mi Gente, Magnaye and Marta are teaming up for a mini version of MexiPino Fest, celebrating Mexican and Filipino art, food and culture. Shop from local artists and enjoy specialty drinks and pastries, including a $5 flan latte as part of the final day of Latte Week.
⏰ 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
🌎 Marta, 2804 Adams Ave., San Diego, CA 92116
