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Amid outcry, this California city may block data centers on its turf. From Environment and Energy Reporter @philip_salata. inewsource.org/2026/05/13/dat…

Labor deal approved by San Diego’s largest union raises pay, “saves” city money. From investigative reporter @gregmoran. inewsource.org/2026/05/13/san…

English learners could miss out on support under Newsom proposal, advocates warn. From our partner @EdSource. inewsource.org/2026/05/12/ca-…

California voters are about to elect a new state superintendent. It’s barely on the radar. From our partner @CalMatters. inewsource.org/2026/05/12/ca-…

San Diego reps conduct surprise visit at Otay Mesa Detention Center, but hit new oversight snag. From Border and Immigration reporter @sofiareports. inewsource.org/2026/05/11/san…

Tribes want Cal State to return Native remains and artifacts. Here’s why it’s not so easy. From our partner @CalMatters. inewsource.org/2026/05/11/cal…

Looking to get more civically engaged and stay connected to your community? Join us for our next Documenters training at the National City Public Library on Thursday, May 21 at 5 p.m. No experience needed—just interest in your community.

South Bay elected official — again — amends income disclosures after inewsource probe. From investigative reporter @dulaneycd. inewsource.org/2026/05/11/san…

See where District 5 San Diego County supervisor candidates stand on issues you care about. From North County reporter @ktfutts. inewsource.org/2026/05/09/dis…

Two Republicans greatly outraising all others in North San Diego County supervisor race. From North County reporter @ktfutts. inewsource.org/2026/05/08/san…

Should a California union dictate how clinics spend money? Employers sue to block ballot measure. From our partner @CalMatters. inewsource.org/2026/05/04/cal…

Fact check: New campaign ad features false claim about San Diego vacancy tax. From investigative reporter @dulaneycd. inewsource.org/2026/05/06/san…

Federal judge signals San Diego County will get to inspect Otay Mesa Detention Center. From Federal Impact Reporter @jakekincaid31. inewsource.org/2026/05/06/san…

San Diego’s most vulnerable neighborhoods would be hit hardest by budget cuts, IBA says. From South Bay reporter @crystalniebla. inewsource.org/2026/05/05/san…

Bring your tips, questions or curiosity tomorrow, May 6, to Lofty Coffee in Encinitas from 10 a.m. to noon. Reporter @ktfutts will be there to chat with you about what is happening in your neighborhood. All are welcome to join! 📍: 97 N Coast Hwy, Encinitas, CA

Did an Encinitas official’s Facebook post violate the Civil Rights Act? A lawyer says no. From North County reporter @ktfutts. inewsource.org/2026/05/05/enc…

It’s official: San Diego County will vote on a half-cent sales tax this year. What to know. From Environment and Energy reporter @philip_salata. inewsource.org/2026/05/04/san…

Chula Vista councilmembers criticize Mayor John McCann’s annual speech: ‘Just a political rally.’ From freelance reporter Brisa Karow and @DocumentersSD. inewsource.org/2026/05/02/chu…

Big PAC money drop stirs San Diego District 8 race. From investigative reporter @gregmoran. inewsource.org/2026/05/04/san…