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A conversation on how to navigate emotional trauma following a tragic event May 21, 2026

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First, a conversation around navigating emotional trauma days after a tragedy occurs. Then, Governor Gavin Newsom included something in his revised May budget that local council members have been inquiring about since January. Also, how should you talk to children about Monday’s deadly Islamic Center shooting? Plus, the latest news surrounding the San Diego Velodrome. And, how new border wall construction near Tecate is causing international controversy.

More details emerge from shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego May 20, 2026

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First, new details have been released surrounding a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Then, we’ll bring you a story about how Monday’s mosque attack adds to a familiar pattern in right-wing extremism. Next, community leaders are gathering to mourn their losses. And, California lawmakers are reviewing if a local detention facility should be qualifying for special property tax breaks. Also, why one local bike co-op will not be participating in the upcoming Bike Anywhere Day.

Police investigate Islamic Center shooting as hate-crime as community mourns May 19, 2026

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First, we bring you the latest details around a shooting at a local mosque that involved hate rhetoric. Then, we bring you a story explaining how traditional ad formats such as mailers can be used in deceptive ways. Also, in part two of an investigation that looked into who owns a local immigration detention facility, we learn that what actually counts as a charity widely varies across California. And, we’ll tell you how a local hotline is helping people dispose of waste without it ending up in a landfill.

A deeper look into who owns the Imperial Valley immigration detention facility May 18, 2026

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First, we take a look into who owns the ICE detention center in Calexico. Then, we’ll tell you how one organization in El Cajon has been helping refugees. Also, an update on the most-recent Affordable Housing Needs Report. And, as proposed budgets come in from the local and state-level, you too can try your hand at closing the city of San Diego’s deficit with our new interactive Budget Game.

El Cajon’s refugee community remains vibrant despite current immigration policy May 15, 2026

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First, we spoke with some members of El Cajon’s refugee community about their experience during the Trump administration era. Also, a bill was recently introduced with a goal of ending the war with Iran. Next, one Republican candidate is showing some lasting power in a Democratic-heavy race for Governor. Then, a new library just broke ground in the county. And, some weekend event ideas for you and yours.

New draft budget restores some funding for rec centers and libraries May 14, 2026

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First, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria shared a revised draft budget, which restores some funding but still cuts funding for arts and culture. Then, La Mesa is the latest city in the county with a new ordinance targeting e-bike ridership. Also, the latest on federal funding for childcare in California.

San Pasqual Academy’s fate will be decided by county leaders May 13, 2026

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First, the fate of a residential campus for foster youth will come down to a vote by San Diego County leaders. Then, one North County city added a new ordinance regarding illegal fireworks with less than two months until the July 4th holiday. Also, we discuss changes in leadership and other key issues at San Diego County’s Department of Animal Services over the last year. And, a Barrio Logan icon is once again opening their doors for business.

As part of our ‘Price of San Diego’ series we look into homeowners insurance May 12, 2026

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First, we looked into some of the ways that you could try to find a fair deal on homeowners insurance. Then, supporters of a county sales tax increase say they have enough signatures but are unclear on where exactly the money would go. Also, following complaints from residents, the city has now presented updates to its street improvement plan. Plus, scientists and musicians at UC San Diego are collaborating on a unique composition. And to close out today’s pod, we remember a late icon of the San Diego Civil Rights Movement.

Canvas college hack frustrates finals studies May 11, 2026

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Students react to last week’s cyber attack on the education platform Canvas. Then, immigration officials say they deported almost two dozen cruise ship crewmembers arrested last week over allegations of child sexual exploitation – although no one was charged. And, could fare gates be coming to San Diego trolley stations? Also a report on a bicycle safety course that’s part of one local elementary school’s PE program. Finally, La Mesa memorializes a police officer killed last year in the line of duty.

New affordable housing complex opens in Downtown San Diego May 08, 2026

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First, a new 88-unit affordable housing community just landed in Downtown. Then, new information on ICE arrests was just released from members of San Diego’s congressional delegation. Also, we’ll tell you about some recent complications at the Escondido Public Library. And our feature story highlights the San Diego International Fringe Festival returning for its 14th year. Last but not least, some weekend event ideas for you and yours happening across the county.

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