The funding was cut in Mayor Todd Gloria's proposed 2026-27 fiscal year budget. The city faces a $118 million deficit.
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First, what part did California gun laws play in the Islamic Center of San Diego shooting? Then, one week post-tragedy, hundreds gathered for prayer services on the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha. Also, one of the nation’s oldest environment groups has joined the fight over a local data center. Next, the city of San Diego’s budget is now in the hands of the City Council. Plus, a look at a gaming expo coming up this weekend.
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The decline of physical bookstores remains embedded in popular culture, but the decline actually ended years ago, and the latest numbers from the American Booksellers Association show independent stores expanding at a pace not seen this century. -
During the COVID-19 pandemic, laptops and web-based programs kept students connected to school. Now, parents are asking the district to acknowledge the drawbacks of educational technology. -
Godofredo A. Vásquez/APThe lavish spending has lifted the former hedge fund manager turned liberal activist into contention in the crowded race. But he’s not breaking away from the field. Still, the cash advantage could give him an edge in the race's final days. -
Courtesy of WildcoastStudents are developing a chemical index that the public can use to better understand where the chemicals polluting the Tijuana River come from and what dangers they pose to their health.
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Metal artist Michael Leaf transformed the museum’s exterior walls while making the first piece of a “grand, outdoor sculpture garden.” -
The president of the governing body of Iranian soccer says the nation’s World Cup training base has been moved to Mexico from the United States after getting approval from FIFA. Mehdi Taj, president of the Iran Football Federation, announced the decision in a statement issued by the federation’s media relations official. -
The young women make photos that look at life — how it is, how they wish it could be — under Taliban rule. The images are on display at the Photoville Festival in Brooklyn, New York.
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The Trump administration is avoiding environmental review on construction that is destroying boulders that have been on Kuchamaa Mountain, near the border city of Tecate, for more than 100 million years. -
State Sen. Steve Padilla’s announcement came after a KPBS investigation found the nonprofit owner of an ICE detention center in Imperial County has received millions in tax breaks meant for charities.
- Congo's Ebola outbreak is spiraling, with health workers struggling to contain the virus
- Therapists are using AI to take notes. Is it a useful tool or a breach of trust?
- Attacks from residents complicate the fight against a rare type of Ebola
- In Beirut, refugee girls and women learn more than self-defense in martial arts class
Meet the candidates for San Diego County Board of Supervisors, District 5
Primary Election 2026: Breaking down the San Diego County school board races
Part 1: El Cajon’s refugee community remains vibrant but vulnerable in Trump era
Dog euthanasia rate and staff turnover improve at county shelters, but other problems persist
All Kids Bike program brings bike lessons to San Diego’s elementary schools
2026 Primary Election: Who's running for California Assembly District 75?
On the beat in Tijuana, facing down dangers and new challenges, Mexican journalists forge ahead
Voter Hub: San Diego City Council Primary Election explainer
Training the next generation of immigration lawyers in the mass deportations era
We went to the World Latte Art Championship in San Diego
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We dig into the challenges that AANHPI communities face in accessing culturally competent care. Then, political science professor Tom Wong shares his work and research on immigration. -
We sit down with economist and businessman Brandon Riker, as part of our series of interviews with candidates for California's 48th Congressional District.
- Mexico's president sees 'no issue' with her country hosting Iran's World Cup team during tournament
- Newsom's Medi-Cal proposal could limit healthcare access for refugees and asylum-seekers
- City Heights co-op boycotting SANDAG’s Bike Anywhere Day
- California lawmakers launch review of tax breaks for Imperial Regional Detention Facility
