Sam Barney-Gibbs (he/they) is a journalist with a strong drive to cover political stories (because everything is political!). He is a member of the Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists and previously worked with CNN's Michael Smerconish, The News Movement/The Recount and the United Nations. He became an award-winning editor in chief of Lehigh University's 150-person newsroom, acting as the only news source representing the South Bethlehem community.
Weekend Energy
From a film festival and acrylic workshop to a protest and fundraisers, here are options to fill up your free time this week. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Editor's note: We have used AI to help us extract information from event flyers, but humans
Upcoming Events
Your guide to celebrating Women’s History Month in San Diego Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp As San Diego starts to shed the winter weather and the Southern California sun brings warmer temperatures to the county, Women’s History Month comes with an array of events
Weekend Energy
This week, there are opportunities to celebrate Black History Month, Ramadan and Lunar New Year in addition to the immigrant and LGBTQ+ communities. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp This week features events honoring San Diego’s cultural, ethnic and overall diversity while advocating for more welcoming
Newsletter
Plus, tensions rise between local activists and San Diego mayor Todd Gloria over ICE Rady Children’s Hospital announced last week that it would be closing its Center for Gender-Affirming Care and canceling new and pending appointments for the center’s patients under 19. The closure leaves few options locally
LGBTQ+
As the hospital plans the closure of its Center for Gender Affirming Care, San Diegans have concerns over access to mental and physical health care for LGBTQ+ youth across the county and beyond. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs and Lauren J. Mapp, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan and Kate Morrissey More than
Immigration
In a press conference earlier in the week, organizers said Mayor Todd Gloria could follow the example of mayors in other cities across the country in taking a stronger stance against violent immigration enforcement. Written by Lauren J. Mapp and Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Kate Morrissey Correction: Updated on Jan.
Weekend Energy
This week, you can take a mindful tour of Balboa Park, engage in community-building activities or kick back and watch a hockey game. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp From film screenings to language clubs and a mindful day in Balboa Park, here’s what’s happening
Photo Essay
Written by Brittany Cruz-Fejeran, Edited by Maya Srikrishnan As we begin 2026, we wanted to look back on what we did in the year we launched. Daylight San Diego is only 9 months old, but we’ve reported diligently on immigration, surveillance, local resources, protests, fun events and organizations that
Immigration
In November, Daylight San Diego hosted its first community conversation to shed light on immigration arrests in San Diego. More than 100 people listened to a panel of experts and engaged in group discussions both in person and on Zoom. Produced by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Kate Morrissey and Lauren
LGBTQ+
A guide for those looking to be an effective supporter to LGBTQ+ loved ones during the holidays. Written by Sam Barney-Gibbs, Edited by Lauren J. Mapp Allyship with the LGBTQ+ community is a year-round commitment, but when it comes to the holiday season, some extra support from friends, families and
Newsletter
Plus, the city will continue using Flock automated license plate readers We just wanted to take a mindful minute to thank everyone who has contributed to our end-of-year fundraiser so far. If the season of giving is calling to you, we’d appreciate any support you’re able to provide
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Plus, learn about Proposition 50 and ICE blocking Congress members from observing holding cells. Hi folks! Reserve your tickets: Join us for our community conversation on immigration policies Thursday, Nov. 6! We’ll be hosting it in-person at San Diego Made Factory, but will also stream portions of the event