In an act of civil disobedience, the protesters blocked the street that leads to the immigration detention facility to block employees from leaving and buses of detainees from arriving. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Several dozen people gathered outside Otay Mesa Detention Center on Friday afternoon
Whether you visit one of San Diego’s haunted landmarks or get a flash tattoo, there are several ways to start your weekend off with a little on-theme fun. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey It’s Friday the 13th, a day when the superstitious avoid black
Plus, a running group for queer women and immigration arrests at court hearings. Greetings everyone, buenas and bom dia, Protests against the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement are growing across San Diego County as the federal agency ramps up arrests. An ICE raid at the South Park restaurant Buona
The Guatemalan man told officials that he had colon cancer when he first arrived at Otay Mesa Detention Center, according to his medical records. Written by Kate Morrissey This article was produced by Capital & Main. It is republished here with permission. Beyond the Border brings you human stories about
Legal advocates say detention policies erode due process, turning attending hearings into a high-stakes trap. Written by Marco Guajardo, Edited by Kate Morrissey Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have arrested people in the hallways of the San Diego Immigration Court every day for more than two weeks in what advocates
Through LEZ Run SD, founder Brittany Page fosters a healthy bonding experience through weekly runs and walks. Written by Brittany Cruz-Fejeran, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp “Happy Thursday, everyone!” Brittany Page announced to the people at Little Bird Brewing, patting everyone she passed on the back as she walked around.
Fifty years after the fall of Saigon, networks formed to welcome Vietnamese families continue to serve new groups of refugees — from Afghans to Congolese. Saludos a todes (Greetings everyone), Fifty years ago, tens of thousands of Vietnamese refugees arrived at Camp Pendleton after the fall of Saigon. The organizations that
The ethnic minority group from Afghanistan has faced persecution for much of its history, but on Sunday its members focused on joy Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Sounds of tanpuras, harmoniums and tablas echoed across the park by Liberty Station on Sunday as San Diego'
This year, experience a wide range of LGBTQ+-centered events — from cross-border festivals to NorCal getaways Written by Marco Guajardo, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp San Diego and Tijuana are set to celebrate Pride, hosting a range of LGBTQ+-centered events throughout June and July. Pride Month honors the history,
Sharia’s Closet provides free, quality clothing for people in need Written by Brittany Cruz-Fejeran, Edited by Kate Morrissey A volunteer in a room filled with shelves, bins and racks of women's clothes on a recent Friday glanced at the Emergency Clothing Request Form in her hand — among
Plus, a dragon boat race festival and a school nurse making a difference with periods Greetings everyone, buenas and bom dia, When I was a young reporter, covering the immigration beat during the first Trump administration, I attended an Immortal Technique concert. I still remember the moment when he began
Margaret McLean keeps new underwear and leggings of different sizes available in her clinic to help students who need to change clothes in the middle of the school day. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp A National City school nurse began stocking her clinic with fresh underwear
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San Diego nonprofit’s organizer honored with a volunteer lifetime achievement award by city council member Written by Marco Guajardo, Edited by Kate Morrissey Hundreds of paddlers and spectators gathered in Mission Bay on Saturday for the annual San Diego Dragon Boat Festival, where teams raced to the steady beat
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Plus, a community conversation about redlining and reframing homeownership Håfa Adai (greetings), everyone! We spent most of last year hosting community listening sessions to better understand the news gaps in our region. We asked, what do you see too much of in San Diego news? We just posted a video
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Filmmaker Rose Sanchez shows how systemic racism impacts home purchasing as part of her residency for the San Diego Made Factory. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey A three-part event series is spotlighting how redlining and systemic racism continue to shape homeownership in San Diego. Created by
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The nonprofit Olive Crest hopes to use the day center as a site to build trust with children who are being trafficked in order to help them get out of the situation when they are ready. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Tucked away in an unassuming
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Plus, a coalition of Kumeyaay tribes has launched a new nonprofit to reduce violent crimes against Indigenous communities. Sekon (Hello), everyone, Last Friday, the Daylight San Diego team held our very first board meeting — a major milestone in building our nonprofit newsroom. Our discussion focused on our preliminary budget, long-term
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At an inaugural summit at Viejas Casino, organizers with the new nonprofit MMIP San Diego called for better collaboration between tribal, local and federal governments in the ongoing effort to reduce rates of violent crimes against Native people. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey Faced with disproportionately
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Plus, a guide to staying safe as an activist and local AANHPI leaders share their hopes for year-round support that goes beyond heritage month celebrations. Sekon (Hello), everyone, San Diego’s Indigenous community is mourning the loss of Rincon Band of Luiseño Indians Chairman Bo Mazzetti, who died from cancer
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San Diego organizers share digital and personal security strategies to confront heightened risks under the second Trump administration. Written by Marco Guajardo, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp In the last month, demonstrations sprang up across San Diego addressing issues that include Palestinian rights, protections for immigrants and workers, and the
Months into President Donald Trump’s second term marked by the slashing of diversity initiatives, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander leaders say San Diego needs better mental health programs and push for more to join anti-hate initiatives and the fight for lasting inclusion. Written by Lauren J. Mapp,
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Big news from Daylight! Since our soft launch in early March, our small but mighty team of five has: ✅ Held five listening sessions ✅ Published 18 stories & newsletters ✅ Gained more than 150 newsletter subscribers ✅ Reached more than 500 followers on social media And thanks to generous donors — including Janna Braun,
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Plus, it’s the start of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and San Diego is celebrating with a packed schedule of upcoming events. Sekon (Hello), everyone! It’s May Day, an international observance honoring the history of the labour movement and the struggles of workers around
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From film screenings to dragon boat racing, San Diego’s May calendar is packed with ways to connect with Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander cultures. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey Update: This story was updated on May 16, 2025 to reflect that the 50th