City leaders say police are being asked to choose whether to follow state or federal law.
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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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Angela Carone/KPBSMeet the candidates and learn what's at stake in the San Diego City Council races for Districts 2, 4, 6 and 8. -
Kori Suzuki for KPBS/California LocalMeet the candidates and learn what's at stake in the Imperial County Board of Supervisors races for District 1 and 5. -
Wilfredo Lee/APAt the University of San Diego School of Law’s immigration clinics, students work on real-time immigration cases — helping people become citizens, apply for green cards, win asylum cases and even fight deportations. -
David KuhnThe documentary has been seven years in the making. But community members have been living the issue for a lot longer.
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The pool is being resurfaced in a shade more akin to that of a swimming pool. It's one of many physical changes Trump is planning for the nation's capital. -
KPBS Midday EditionWe discuss how Autism Acceptance Month is moving beyond just awareness and celebrating neurodiversity. Plus, we take you inside a local art space focused on inclusion and community. -
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle with WPLN listener Nancy Bieschke and Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz.
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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. -
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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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. -
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.
- Chula Vista will issue its first report on ICE activity
- County Supervisors OK immigrant resource deal with Mexican consulate
- State board now has rules to distribute Prop. 4 funds for cross-border pollution fixes
- Federal appeals court blocks California law requiring federal agents to wear identification
