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The City Heights neighborhood has long been the first home to newly arrived refugees and immigrants, and boasts a unique blend of African, Asian and Latino cultures.
Roundtable: California Recall Comes To San Diego
- May 14
- By Bennett Lacy
Gov. Gavin Newsom and one of his republican recall opponents make stops in San Diego this week, local restaurant operators say they're having a hard time filling open positions, and a culinary tour through City Heights.
City Heights Bites: Minh Ký
- May 13
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
The COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on long-standing neighborhood restaurants, causing some to close. But in City Heights, many persevered, through hard work and support from their community.
Undocumented Immigrants May Get More Stimulus Payments From Gov. Newsom
- May 11
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
Gov. Gavin Newsom has proposed another round of stimulus payments for undocumented workers in California. But many believe they’re still not adequate.
San Diego Unified Now Offering Vaccines At High Schools In Under-Served Communities
- May 10
- By Alexandra Rangel
Partnering with local health care providers, the San Diego Unified School District is hosting vaccine clinics at different high schools located in underserved communities like City Heights.
As Biden Lifts Refugee Cap, San Diego Organizations Prepare For Influx
- May 5
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
The Biden administration says it will allow 62,500 refugees into the U.S. over the next six months. But that will be a challenge for refugee organizations, following years of limited refugee numbers under the Trump administration.
City Heights Bites: Red Sea Ethiopian
- April 30
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
Immigrant-owned restaurants are the backbone of City Heights, nourishing the neighborhood and helping it recover from the pandemic. KPBS is checking in with some of the neighborhood’s beloved longtime establishments as part of a series called “City Heights Bites.”
City Heights Teens Reach Out During Time Of Isolation
- April 29
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
The pandemic’s impact on mental health will reverberate for years to come, especially for young people. Some City Heights teens are looking to reach out and support one another during a time of distance.
As California Loses Congressional Seat, Power of Immigrant Neighborhoods Gets Further Diluted
- April 27
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
After initial census results were released yesterday, California is set to lose a congressional seat this year. Organizers say this underscores just how important last year’s turbulent census will be in the coming years, especially for immigrant communities.
Mayor Gloria Expands Access 4 All Program To Provide Free Wi-Fi, Hotspots
- April 20
- By City News Service
In an attempt to reduce the digital divide that has left 53,000 San Diego households with no internet access, Mayor Todd Gloria Tuesday launched an expansion of the "SD Access 4 All" program with free Wi-Fi at more than 300 new locations.
'I Had A Lot More Downtime': City Heights Parents React To School Reopening
- April 13
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
Children in City Heights are getting back to in-person learning this week. Parents and guardians tell KPBS about what the first day back was like after more than a year of remote learning.
Burmese Refugees In City Heights To Protest Myanmar Military Coup
- April 9
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
On Saturday, Burmese refugees and their allies will take to the streets of City Heights, protesting a brutal military crackdown on civilians in their homeland.
Town Hall Envisions A Transit-Oriented Future For El Cajon Boulevard ‘Hub’
- April 8
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
A virtual town hall Thursday night is bringing local politicians, community members and developers together to envision the future of one stretch of El Cajon Boulevard.
Newsom Hails SD Vaccination Efforts, Hints At Pending Advance To Orange Tier
- April 2
- By City News Service, Max Rivlin-Nadler
Gov. Gavin Newsom toured a COVID-19 vaccination site in City Heights Friday, hailing San Diego for leading the way in the administration of vaccine doses, particularly in its efforts in hard-hit, underserved communities.
Experience Matters To Crowded Field In 79th Assembly District Special Election
- March 24
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
The seat for the 79th Assembly district is now vacant after Dr. Shirley Weber was confirmed as California's new Secretary of State. Five candidates are now vying to replace her in the ongoing special election.
San Diegans Rally Against Anti-Asian Hate
- March 19
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
Across San Diego, younger members of the AAPI community are countering recent attacks, and the legacy of anti-Asian racism in the United States.
Training Program Helps Keep City Heights' Child Care In Business During Pandemic
- March 9
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
When the pandemic hit one year ago, many home-based child care providers saw their businesses fall apart overnight. Now, a coalition of local organizations are helping childcare providers in City Heights stay in business, and in some cases, thrive.
City Heights Group Blazes Path For Young Black Men Stuck Inside During Pandemic
- Feb. 24
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
The youth group is trying to get young black men hiking — and they're finding a huge response.
City Heights Seed Library Cultivates Interest In Native Plants
- Feb. 16
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
A new “seed library” in City Heights is lending out native plants and flowers to city dwellers.
Promotoras Bring Vaccination Message To San Diego's Latino Communities
- Feb. 12
- By Matt Hoffman
Latinos make up the majority of the coronavirus cases in San Diego County, but they are not getting a majority of vaccinations.
Hurdles For City Heights Seniors Looking For COVID-19 Vaccines
- Feb. 10
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
The San Diego neighborhood, filled with immigrant communities that have been hit hard by the pandemic, still has limited vaccination sites.
County Takes Regional Approach To Vaccinations For Border Crossers
- Feb. 8
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
As San Diego County continues to administer thousands of vaccines a day, some of those shots are going to Mexican citizens.
Pandemic Profile: The Man Behind 'Take What You Need Tuesdays'
- Jan. 22
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
After originally feeling helpless at the start of the pandemic, Darnell Williams found a way to deliver thousands of meals to City Heights residents, drawing from his own life experience.
How Advocates Pushed The Biden Administration To Take Immediate Action On Immigration
- Jan. 21
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
A taskforce has been working for weeks on ways to restart the country's asylum system and uphold its international commitments.
San Diego Foundation Focuses New Round Of Relief Funds On Communities Hit Hard By Pandemic
- Jan. 13
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
These are trying to remedy the disproportionate impact the pandemic has had on the Black, Latino and Asian communities.
San Diego County Officials Push People To Use New Small Business Relief Program
- Jan. 4
- By Max Rivlin-Nadler
County officials and business leaders are urging small businesses to get with of a state program that’s handing out $500 million in grants.
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