San Diego Documenters

National City to collect more fees from developers The fee revenue would help fund six categories: police, fire, library, parks, city administration and multi-modal transportation.

National City didn’t change its ‘fair share’ fee for developers for 2 decades. Now, it’s triple the charge. From South Bay Reporter Crystal Niebla and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2026/02/23/s...

New National City affordable housing project high in demand The southern San Diego County homes will be available for low-income residents and veterans who’ve experienced homelessness.

Over 1,100 people want to move into this 94-unit National City complex. From Audience Engagement Intern Jenna Ramiscal and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2026/02/18/n...

inewsource is looking for a Documenters Program Assistant to help drive the successful community program we’ve built. They will help coordinate and develop the Documenters notes that aid community and accountability reporting. For more information, visit: docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Imperial Beach is considering more e-bike rules Imperial Beach may impose more rules, but officials signaled opposition to using state law that allows them to impose an e-bike age limit.

Imperial Beach may join growing trend of more e-bike rules. From community reporting intern Roman Fong and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2026/02/10/i...

Southwestern Chula Vista project to bring more condominiums The housing project near Main Street is moving forward despite some residents’ traffic and parking concerns.

New condos coming to southwestern Chula Vista amid traffic, parking concerns. From community reporting intern Roman Fong and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2026/02/05/c...

✨ We’re back! ✨ San Diego Documenters is kicking off 2026 at the Chula Vista Public Library with our first Documenters training workshop of the year.📍 Want to help keep communities informed across San Diego County? Get paid to be a Documenter: sandiegodocumenters.org

Hear how San Diego Documenter Simon Mayeski & investigative reporter Greg Moran uncovered a city position that cost taxpayers $1.4M without appearing in the official budget. Help us fuel our Documenters program to keep providing reporting that’s Good for All. donate.inewsource.org?campaign=701...

Carlsbad Council requests report on immigration enforcement A report on federal immigration enforcement is expected from the Carlsbad police chief in early 2026 following a video at the city library.

Carlsbad City Council seeks report on federal immigration enforcement from police chief. From @katiefutterman.bsky.social, @sofiareports.bsky.social and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/12/22/c...

Residents still rallying for SR-125 interchange project - inewsource Caltrans’ new director has already heard from Spring Valley residents eager to learn updates on the SR-125/94 interchange project.

After 15 years, Spring Valley residents ask: What’s happening with the SR-94/125 fix? From community reporter intern @ramialarian.bsky.social & @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/11/24/s...

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!

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.

La Mesa among latest cities to increase parking rates. From community reporting intern @ramialarian.bsky.social & @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/11/13/l...

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

‘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’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.

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...

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.

Repairs to San Dieguito century-old dam underway. From North County Reporter @katiefutterman.bsky.social. inewsource.org/2025/10/01/s...

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.

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...

🌎 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!

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.

Encinitas in traffic safety emergency, commissioners say. From North County Reporter @katiefutterman.bsky.social and @sandiegodocumenters.org. inewsource.org/2025/09/20/e...

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...

✏️ 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...

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.

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📝 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...

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...

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.

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...

✏️ 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.

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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...

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.

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 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.