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First, El Cajon is suing over a state law that prohibits state and local law enforcement from assisting with federal immigration enforcement. Next, the La Mesa City Council is holding off on a vote on an e-bike ban. And, how a nonprofit is trying to preserve farm land in the county. Then, a documentary about the toll gang laws have taken on San Diegans. Plus, how county libraries are marking America’s 250th anniversary.
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This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Kate Tova's burnout-inspired art; Print Day in May; "To Catch a Fish"; Small Press Nite; San Diego Underground Film Festival; Phil Geraldi; Olive Klug and more.
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The new public spaces in Yuba, Fresno, Madera and Kern counties are being touted as the largest expansion of the state parks system in decades.
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The U.S. Supreme Court has narrowed the Voting Rights Act over the past decade. The law in California was primarily used to help Latinos gain political representation.
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Critics revisit classic and modern films exploring U.S. ideals, history and contradictions.
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Representation is growing in part through stars and developers from the diaspora. PlayStation's Saros, out this week starring the British actor Rahul Kohli, is poised to be a hit.
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The San Diego County library is hosting programs and promoting educational opportunities across all 33 of its branches to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States.
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Months after San Diego’s Animal Services Department cut ties with the department heads, a new leadership duo will manage operations.
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County supervisors used obscure events fund to solicit over $100K from influential donors since 2024A KPBS investigation found supervisor offices tapped influential companies, associations and individuals for monetary gifts. Some of the entities had business before the county at the time.
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- To catch colorectal cancer early, advocates push to make 'poop talk' OK
- Long a dream, it's now real: a fast and accurate TB test that doesn't need phlegm
- The Trump team is quietly eliminating U.S. support for birth control abroad
South County pediatrician reflects on 7 years as Dr. Plastic Picker
Ambidextrous San Diego man boasts the benefits of doing things backward
San Diego Book Crawl returns for its 9th year, bigger than ever
Deportation flights from San Diego have spiked since Trump took office
America, the world’s great melting pot … really?
County supervisors used obscure events fund to solicit over $100K from influential donors since 2024
César Chávez was a hometown hero in Brawley. Now the city confronts his alleged abuses
Chicana leaders grapple with the recent allegations against César Chávez
California moves to strengthen end-of-life decisions, but gaps in access remain
East County green energy boom sparks concern over impacts to natural landscape, cultural sites
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A new study found a decline in suicide deaths among young adults since the launch of the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Then, we hear about the impact of cuts in HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment. And, ADHD often goes underdiagnosed for older adults. We speak with the host of the "Grandma has ADHD" podcast.
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First, a new ordinance requires Chula Vista police to disclose any contact with federal immigration agents. Then, the California Highway Patrol just completed a 24-hour statewide crackdown on speeding. Also, we spoke with some locals about their American identity as the USA’s 250th anniversary swiftly approaches. And, April is Earthquake Preparedness Month, we’ll tell you some safety tips that could keep you safe.