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
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
Higher Education
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
Education
Community members discussed the misunderstood past and hopeful future of the war’s long-lasting impacts during an event commemorating its 51st anniversary. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp “Ăn quả nhớ kẻ trồng cây…When eating fruit, remember who planted the tree,” Mimi Phùng said
Education
At its three most popular campuses, UC agreed to admit more California students and reduce the number of out-of-state students. The state covered the loss of revenue from non-resident students, who pay three times what in-state students pay. Written by Mikhail Zinshteyn, CalMatters This story was
Education
After years of exclusion, San Diego organizers are advocating for students to learn Lao history in ethnic studies classes. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Kate Morrissey For decades, Lao history has remained largely absent from California classrooms, a gap community advocates say has left generations of students without
Restorative Justice
Youth Empowerment’s school program has helped reduce gang-related violence at Hoover High School since launching three years ago. Written by Maya Srikrishnan, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp In the last three months of 2025, Hoover High School saw no gang-related fights among students. That may be the
Newsletter
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Immigration
The group is hosting a training on Oct. 11 for cyclists who want to get involved. Written by Kate Morrissey, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan Before 6:30 a.m. on most weekdays, Jeane Wong pedals her e-bike to Logan Heights or City Heights, where she circles streets around several
Capital & Main
The Golden State has surged past the South and other regions in reversing racial and ethnic integration among children. Written by Mark Kreidler This article was produced by Capital & Main. It is republished here with permission. For a state long considered a progressive political force, California’s record on
Capital & Main
Cuts to SNAP and farm-to-school programs under the Trump administration risk worsening childhood disease, nutrition experts warn. Written by Stacie Stukin This article was produced by Capital & Main. It is republished here with permission. The rise of Make America Healthy Again arrived with big promises for kids:
Education
At High Tech High, students learned how to set casts, stitch sutures and investigate bones as part of an effort to increase diversity in veterinary medicine. Written by Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan A packed room at High Tech High in Chula Vista buzzed with excited voices last