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Young Kumeyaay Women Lead Protests Against Border Wall
The border wall is planned to stretch along 14 miles of rugged terrain in the Laguna Mountains. But members of the Kumeyaay Nation say the work is destroying sensitive cultural ... Read more/news/2020/aug/06/young-kumeyaay-women-lead-protests-against-border-/
San Diego Hair Salon Owner Joins Lawsuit Against Governor’s Order To Force Salons Outdoors
San Diego’s only hair salon for children with autism and other special needs says it’s too dangerous to serve clients outside. Read more/news/2020/jul/30/san-diego-hair-salon-owner-lawsuit-governor/
'Native Son' Newly Restored, Uncensored Now Streaming
- Sept. 25
- By Beth Accomando
Richard Wright’s book "Native Son" was published in 1940 and made into a film in 1951. Now you have the opportunity to see the fully restored and uncensored film of "Native Son" through Kino Marquee.
'A Growing Passion' Host Nan Sterman Talks About Season 8 Of Her Popular Show
- Sept. 24
- By Alison St John, John Carroll
"A Growing Passion" host Nan Sterman joined Midday Edition to give us a sneak peek into season 8 of the popular show. We'll hear her suggestions about what to plant going into the fall and winter, and the challenges COVID-19 has presented in producing this season of the show.
Two Arrested As Kumeyaay Protests Against Border Wall Construction Ordered To Stop
- Sept. 22
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
A protest that had gone on for weeks at the border wall construction site has been broken up by the Border Patrol. The protest was part of several separate efforts by members of the Kumeyaay nation and its supporters to stop wall construction.
Cinema Junkie Podcast 203: SDLFF Pushing The Envelope
- Sept. 18
- By Beth Accomando
It's easy to program crowd pleasing films but the San Diego Latino Film Festival dares to ask audiences to step out of their comfort zone.
San Diego Latino Film Festival Kicks Off Virtual Edition
- Sept. 17
- By Beth Accomando
This year’s San Diego Latino Film Festival was set to launch on March 12, but the festival had to cancel on its opening day due to COVID-19 restrictions. But the festival relaunches today with 140 films online.
'All In' Documentary Examines Voter Suppression
- Sept. 15
- By Beth Accomando
“All In: The Fight For Democracy” is a new documentary that looks at the history of voter suppression in the U.S. and current activism to fight against it.
Collaborative Effort Brings Food To People In Need In North Park
- Sept. 14
- By John Carroll
Following the departure of the "North Park Community Fridge," food assistance is being offered at another location just down the street.
Iraqi Refugee Turned Designer Previews Mask Fashion Show And Giveaway
- Sept. 11
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
On Saturday, immigrant designers in City Heights will take part in a fashion show and mask giveaway, meant to highlight how styles are adapting to the pandemic.
SD Lawmaker's Bill To End Retail Pet Sales In California On Governor's Desk
- Aug. 31
- By City News Service
Assembly Bill 2152 would end the retail sales of dogs, cats and rabbits throughout California while still allowing retail establishments the flexibility to partner with rescues or shelters for adoption events.
Airbnb Suspends, Removes 17 SD County Listings In Party House Crackdown
- Aug. 28
- By City News Service
The actions targeted listings in Escondido and La Mesa, as well as a variety of San Diego neighborhoods, including Clairemont Mesa, Linda Vista, Mission Bay Park, North Park, Pacific Beach, Peninsula, Southeastern San Diego and Uptown.
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Generation Nation: A PBS American Portrait Story
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