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The wave of layoffs in tech, media and elsewhere is affecting a sizable number of people who are out on medical or parental leave. While legal, it can make a bad situation even worse.

The Birmingham movement in 1963 was a turning point when children joined the struggle for equal rights. The brutal response from white segregationists galvanized support for the Civil Rights Act.

The life-saving work of the San Diego Blood Bank serves hospitals in Southern California, including trauma centers and neonatal intensive care units. A single donation can help save up to three lives. As Southern California continues to grow, the need to expand blood collections in the region is critical. Every donation saves lives. “Hosting a blood drive is one of the most impactful ways to help families in Southern California,” states San Diego Blood Bank Director of Community Relations and Media, Claudine Van Gonka. “We are extremely grateful that TerraPro Solutions, BBB Pacific Southwest's San Diego Campus and Mulligan Funding have joined forces to host a life-saving blood drive.” “In keeping with our ‘be a good human’ values, TerraPro Solutions is pleased to support the indispensable work of the San Diego Blood Bank,” said Kimberlee Centera, CEO, TerraPro Solutions. "We are guided by our mission to ethically contribute to the well-being of our community,” remarked Kryistyna Hook, director of media relations, BBB. “We are proud to collaborate with the San Diego Blood Bank in encouraging people to donate.” "We value people, not only our employees and the small business owners who are our customers, but those living in our local community as well. We’re proud to support the life-saving donation drive and partner with fantastic organizations like the San Diego Blood Bank,” says Christine Daniels, vice president of marketing, Mulligan Funding. Anyone considering donating blood can visit here or call 619-400-8251. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. SOCIALS: Facebook Twitter Instagram

San Diego City Council approved an ordinance banning all single-use polystyrene foam food containers, utensils, coolers and pool toys effective next year.

No airline currently offers cash compensation in addition to refunds or amenities. The White House plans to change that. The move comes after a chaotic holiday travel season.

Officials promised a robust review process before forgiving PPP loans, but most loans could be forgiven with a simple, one-page form. Meanwhile, just 2% of loans have gotten close, hands-on reviews.

In an alleged scheme that temporarily inflated the market value of a tiny New Jersey deli to more than $100 million, three men have been charged with securities fraud and market manipulation.

Cheech Marin's new Chicano art museum in Riverside opens with a major, three-decade retrospective of the surreal, mixed-media works of San Diego/Tijuana artists Einar and Jamex de la Torre.

The Little Italy Association invites the public to attend its annual State of the Neighborhood event at the Piazza della Famiglia on Thursday, September 22 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Hear from Chief Executive Administrator of the Little Italy Association, Marco Li Mandri, on the success of the neighborhood during the pandemic, as well as any new events, new art installations, upcoming projects and new initiatives going on in the neighborhood. Attendance for the event is free, but there is a VIP ticket option for $50 that includes one entrée from the Little Italy Food Hall, a glass of wine, a pre-selected dessert and reserved seating for the presentation. General seating in the piazza will act on a first come, first serve basis. The community is welcome to arrive early and enjoy food, snacks and beverages from surrounding Little Italy restaurants or even grab a glass of wine or beer at the Little Italy Food Hall to enjoy during the presentation. Neighbors, community members, business owners, residents and visitors will be in attendance for this special evening. Follow on social media! Facebook + Instagram

An NPR data analysis shows Black farmers were accepted for USDA direct loans at a lower rate than other racial groups in 2022. Direct loans are supposed to be among the easiest for farmers to get.