Episodes

  • Late Civil Rights icon Jesse Jackson had ties to San Diego

    Late Civil Rights icon Jesse Jackson had ties to San Diego
    Feb 18 2026
    First, the late Civil Rights icon Jesse Jackson had ties to us back here in San Diego. Then, our reporter went on a ride along with volunteers who have been documenting the current administration's mass deportation campaign. Also, workers across the California State University system are now on strike. As part of our continuing Price of San Diego series, we look into the cost behind after-school activities and summer camp. Lastly, another installment of an SDNN original, The Pod Behind the Package.
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    16 mins
  • Hundreds of San Diego federal workers go without pay during partial shutdown

    Hundreds of San Diego federal workers go without pay during partial shutdown
    Feb 17 2026
    First, a partial government shutdown began over the weekend. Then, in the first part of a 2-part series we bring you stories from advocates who volunteer to observe immigration courts in San Diego. Also, we look into why enrollment is going down at schools and why it was so hard to find out how many students are currently enrolled in San Diego’s largest district. Last but not least, we tell you why the federal government’s choice to end the regulation of greenhouse gas emissions is very personal to scientists here in San Diego.
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    14 mins
  • Carlsbad-based company says it's ready to begin mass production of solar-powered cars

    Carlsbad-based company says it's ready to begin mass production of solar-powered cars
    Feb 16 2026
    First, a company based in Carlsbad is looking to mass produce solar-powered cars. Then, teachers in San Diego’s largest school district called off a strike. Also, an Imperial Beach city councilmember is raising privacy concerns as the city looks to crack down on e-bikes. Lastly, a once-considered lifelong Republican plans to run as a Democrat in his re-election.
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    12 mins
  • DHS Secretary Kristi Noem visits Otay Mesa’s Port of Entry

    DHS Secretary Kristi Noem visits Otay Mesa’s Port of Entry
    Feb 13 2026
    First, we bring you details around Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s visit to San Diego. Then, senior military and the defense industry rubbed shoulders this week in San Diego at the annual West Conference. We also tell you the story of students from a local high school who are showcasing their future plans in a new exhibition. Plus, some V-Day weekend event ideas that are happening across the county.
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    15 mins
  • Caltrans prepares to make changes to carpool lanes

    Caltrans prepares to make changes to carpool lanes
    Feb 12 2026
    First, we tell you why Caltrans is preparing to make changes to carpool lanes. Then, Chula Vista’s Police Chief says city leaders are trying to force her out. Next, we tell you how scientists are using satellites and lasers to track climate change all the way from space. Plus, a celebration around Black creators taking place this upcoming weekend.
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    11 mins
  • South Bay’s first community-owned grocery store now open

    South Bay’s first community-owned grocery store now open
    Feb 11 2026
    First, Imperial Beach residents now have a new and local option for fresh groceries. Also, we tell you why San Diego County has now closed its Section 8 housing voucher waitlist. Then, a group of people living in their RV’s have formed a union of sorts. Plus, the story of a Chula Vista local whose comeback story made waves on a national stage. And finally, we catch up on the latest at the Old Globe Theater.
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    17 mins
  • San Diego is expanding free parking in Balboa Park for city residents

    San Diego is expanding free parking in Balboa Park for city residents
    Feb 10 2026
    First, debates around paid parking in Balboa Park seem to be far from over. Then, hundreds of pharmacy and lab workers have now joined the Kaiser Permanente health care worker strike. A top official at the Department of Animal Services has now stepped down, we’ll tell you why. Also, we bring you the story of a La Mesa family who is saving money in a creative way. Last but not least, our ‘Museum A Month’ series highlights a different museum across the county each month! This month we put our focus on the San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art.
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    13 mins
  • San Diego Democratic Rep. Juan Vargas denied entry into Otay Mesa immigrant detention center

    San Diego Democratic Rep. Juan Vargas denied entry into Otay Mesa immigrant detention center
    Feb 9 2026
    Why was local representative Juan Vargas denied entry into the Otay Mesa detention center? Then, we tell you about a new plan that focuses on immediate investments over more ambitious transit goals. Also, San Diego Pride is planning its first-ever fashion show. And our local Cinema Junkie tells us you might be surprised by what inspired a new animated Japanese film. Last but not least, another installment of The Pod Behind the Package featuring one of our talented reporters.
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    18 mins