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Billions in tax dollars are pouring into efforts to reduce the U.S.-Mexico border wait times, yet excessive delays continue. Local leaders say small businesses are struggling in border communities.

Barrio Logan College Institute’s main priority is to positively impact the lives of San Diego youth and the trajectory of their futures. Students in our programs begin their college journey in 3rd grade. To date, 100% of our students have enrolled in college. Research shows that low academic attainment levels are associated with poverty, crime, low civic engagement and poor health outcomes. At BLCI, we understand the need for our services to fulfill our mission of Breaking the Cycle of Poverty through education. Our commitment to developing youth in the most underserved communities remains stronger today than ever before. With your support, we can continue to ensure that more students receive our critical services to achieve their academic goals. We hope you will join us for our annual Opportunity for Impact fundraiser this spring! This incredible event brings together students, families and community supporters to advance BLCI’s mission.

Four states so far have passed laws prohibiting the use of public money for no-strings cash aid. Advocates for basic income say the backlash is being fueled by a conservative think tank.

San Diego officials are celebrating the installation of four new high-speed electricity charging stations near the Otay Mesa border crossing.

El Salvador's Nayib Bukele has won plaudits both at home and abroad for his indiscriminate security crackdown that has seen more than 1% of the country's population put in prison.

San Diego leaders have touted their commitment to improving quality-of-life for residents in Paradise Hills and similar long-neglected communities. But some residents who would like to see the neighborhood’s sidewalks improved say they’re still waiting.

A statewide ballot measure up for a vote in November could upend the lithium tax as well as dozens more local taxes and fees.

Attention all poetry lovers and supporters of education! You are invited to a live spoken word concert on May 7, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Logan Library. This event is in support of the students of Street of Dreams, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational and pro bono legal support to teen mothers in urban San Diego who are at a high risk of homelessness and incarceration due to the generational effects of poverty and addiction. The incredible young women of Street of Dreams have persevered through unimaginable obstacles to complete the Street of Dreams program, graduate from high school, and enroll in college, becoming the first college attendees in their families. By attending this concert, you can help ensure that Street of Dreams can continue to provide the educational support and resources necessary for these amazing students to succeed. Come join us for an afternoon of breathtaking spoken word performances by talented local artists, while also making a difference in the lives of these inspiring students. Don't miss this opportunity to support education and the arts in our community. Mark your calendars for May 7, 2023 at 2pm, and we'll see you at the Logan Library in San Diego for an unforgettable event! You can also donate to the cause here. RSVP and learn more about the event here.

Join the Imperial Beach Library at Veterans Park for an author visit with Alana Quintana Albertson, we will be talking about her new book, "Ramón and Julieta," a PopSugar and BookBub "Most Anticipated Romance of 2022." Copies of "Ramón and Julieta" will be available for purchase at the event from Mysterious Galaxy bookstore. Arrive early for a chance at winning a free copy! About the book: A "Romeo and Juliet" retelling. A fresh, modern twist on the original enemies-to-lovers couple, which replaces tragedy with cultural expression and the complexities of Latinx communities. It is a Dia de los Muertos meet-cute, with mouthwatering food, lovingly realized locations like Barrio Logan, Old Town, Coronado, and has the most satisfying of happily ever afters!

The modern study of starvation was sparked by the liberation of concentration camp survivors. U.S. and British soldiers rushed to feed them — and yet they sometimes perished.