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inewsource trains and pays San Diegans to attend and document public meetings across San Diego County.

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South Bay residents! Don’t just react to what happens in government meetings, get involved! As a Documenter, your work will help create hyper-local news and keep your neighbors informed. And you get paid! Join us on Nov. 17 at 5:30 p.m. at the National City Public Library!
November 15, 2025 at 1:44 AM
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La Mesa among latest cities to increase parking rates. From community reporting intern @ramialarian.bsky.social & @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/11/13/l...
La Mesa doubles downtown parking meter rates
The eastern San Diego County city’s rate hike is projected to contribute an additional $273,000 for infrastructure maintenance and more.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:08 AM
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More housing, better mobility: Here’s San Diego’s latest vision for the College Area. From community reporting intern Rami Alarian & @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/11/09/s...
A guide to San Diego’s College Area community plan update
City of San Diego officials want to add thousands to the maximum number of homes in neighborhoods near SDSU.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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Over half of Carlsbad’s pipes are made of asbestos, a continued hurdle for developers. From North County Reporter @katiefutterman.bsky.social. inewsource.org/2025/11/05/c...
Asbestos pipes in Carlsbad stretch 234 miles – a developer hurdle
More than half of Carlsbad’s pipes are made of materials which can cause cancer if disturbed. Developers are not responsible for fixing them.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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How a supplier’s abrupt closure could impact you at San Diego libraries. From reporter Crystal Niebla & @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/10/21/s...
Supplier’s abrupt closure could impact you at San Diego libraries
The San Diego Public Library must re-order thousands of book titles after nationwide distributor Baker & Taylor shut down.
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October 22, 2025 at 2:09 AM
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‘When I walk in, I’m not just a number’: San Diego County expands family justice centers to South Bay. From community reporting intern @ramialarian.bsky.social and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/10/17/s...
San Diego County expands family justice centers to South Bay
Southern San Diego County's new crisis intervention center, One Safe Place, will help victims of domestic violence, child abuse and more.
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October 20, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Here’s how much your Otay Water bill is going up next year. From community reporting intern @ramialarian.bsky.social & @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/10/15/s...
San Diego County’s Otay Water rates going up next year
The Otay Water District in southeastern San Diego plans for a 4.1% increase to sewer rates among its higher fees coming next year.
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October 15, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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Repairs to San Dieguito century-old dam underway. From North County Reporter @katiefutterman.bsky.social. inewsource.org/2025/10/01/s...
Century-old dam near Lake Hodges undergoing repairs
Crews are fixing the San Dieguito dam in Rancho Santa Fe after the Santa Fe Irrigation District found a leak in 2024.
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October 1, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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Developers pitch early proposals on new housing projects in Barrio Logan. From South Bay Reporter Crystal Niebla and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/09/28/b...
Developers pitch two new housing project for Barrio Logan
During a community planning group meeting, developers said they want to build townhomes and apartments on two vacant lots.
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September 29, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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🌎 Get involved in local environmental initiatives at Dig This! Join us for an informational panel discussion on the Tijuana River Sewage Crisis, Sunday, Sept. 28, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Novo Brewing, Imperial Beach. 🍺 RSVP today at inewsource.org/digthis!
September 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Encinitas in traffic safety emergency, commissioners say. From North County Reporter @katiefutterman.bsky.social and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/09/20/e...
Encinitas is in a traffic safety emergency, commissioners say
Traffic deaths lead the Encinitas Traffic Safety Commission to urge the city to declare a state of emergency.
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September 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Today is your last chance to have your gift to Documenters tripled. We have less than $1,000 left to raise by midnight — and we need your help! Your donation helps train more Documenters, reduce misinformation and keep San Diegans informed. Donate here: donate.inewsource.org?campaign=701...
September 22, 2025 at 7:51 PM
✏️ Documenter of the Day: Vince Outlaw. With 30 years as a radio host and now reporting for City Times Media, Vince brings his passion for journalism to Documenters—strengthening democracy and civic engagement. Give $20 and your gift will be TRIPLED: donate.inewsource.org?campaign=701...
September 20, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Our program partners with Carlsbad High School students to document government meetings — giving them an early career boost and tools to make a civic impact.

Support San Diego Documenters: We need 20 people to give $20 to reach our goal. donate.inewsource.org?campaign=701...
September 19, 2025 at 11:10 PM
📝 Documenter on Duty: Alex Blood. From canvassing for KPBS to covering local politics, Alex is driven by civic education and accountability. “Engaging with local leaders holds them accountable and builds a united community.” Support our Documenters here: donate.inewsource.org?campaign=701...
September 18, 2025 at 9:19 PM
San Diego Documenters are helping young professionals build skills to succeed in their careers while becoming better informed and involved residents. Hear from SDSU student Paulina about how the program has shaped her growth. Support our Documenters today: donate.inewsource.org?campaign=701...
September 17, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Chula Vista is considering a new park on the west side. From our partner @kpbssandiego.bsky.social and San Diego Documenters. inewsource.org/2025/09/16/c...
Chula Vista is considering a new park on the west side
Chula Vista hasn't had a new park built west of Interstate 805 in two decades.
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September 17, 2025 at 4:24 PM
✏️ Documenter on Duty: Maya Flores

Her first assignment? Covering a city council debate over Mission Bay Park land. Residents pushed back, delaying a vote—showing Maya how community voices shape local government.

Support our San Diego Documenters today: donate.inewsource.org?campaign=701...
September 16, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Our Documenters on Duty campaign is live! Our program distinguishes our newsroom by paying residents to take fact-checked notes at public meetings, creating people-powered news. This week your gift can help us reach $15,000 through a special match. donate.inewsource.org?campaign=701...
September 15, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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San Diego eyes fix for challenges to opening child care facilities. From community reporter Charis Johnston & @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/09/12/a...
San Diego eyes fix for challenges to opening child care facilities
New improvements to San Diego’s child care system aim to make permitting easier and address provider shortage.
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September 12, 2025 at 6:26 PM
San Diego County decisions are made in public, but only if someone’s there to listen. Support San Diego Documenters who make local government visible, one meeting at a time. Make a gift next week and have it TRIPLED, thanks to a $5,000 match from NewsMatch and one of our donors.
September 12, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Calling older adults in Chula Vista: Here’s how to get help paying rent. From community reporter Charis Johnston & @sandiegodocumenters.org.
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New Chula Vista subsidy helps older adults pay rent
A Chula Vista pilot program provides monthly rental assistance to low-income, older adults at risk of losing housing.
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September 4, 2025 at 9:18 PM
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Waitlist grows for HIV housing vouchers in San Diego as federal funding plateaus. From community reporting intern Charis Johnston and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/08/23/f...
Waitlist for San Diego HIV housing voucher program grows
Thousands of San Diegans living with HIV/AIDS await housing assistance through the HOPWA voucher program.
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August 25, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Meet Alisa Judge, one of our San Diego Documenters 📝

In this interview, Alisa shares why staying informed and involved in local government matters for creating real change ✨

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August 21, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Want to know about community events happening in the San Diego area? This video highlights a few our Documenters found while covering local meetings.

Know an event we didn’t mention? Let us know in the comments and share this video with your family and friends!
August 1, 2025 at 7:42 PM