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In the city of sunshine and surf, beneath the palm-shadows of our coastal streets, a different kind of uncertainty is creeping in. For tens of thousands of San Diegans who rely on food-aid cards and monthly benefit uploads, the question is no longer will I get groceries—it’s when.

Sherriff Kelly Martinez and Supervisor Montgomery Steppe side by side. Montgomery Steppe's photo was taken by Zoë Meyers/inewsource by San Diego Monitor News Staff The conflict between San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe and Sheriff Kelly Martinez isn’t just another political disagreement—it’s a reckoning over what happens behind locked doors, where lives are lost and accountability often vanishes into bureaucracy. Montgomery Steppe, a lawyer by training and

Attorney John Gomez speaks at podium as the Palacios family and Coronado community members look on as he announces the lawsuit against Coronado Unified School District in front of the district headquarters in September. By San Diego Monitor News Staff Coronado —  The quiet island city of Coronado is now at the center of a storm that has shaken the community to its core. Attorney John Gomez, one of San Diego’s most prominent civil rights lawyers, has filed a lawsuit against th

A long-imagined tribute to Filipino American service members is finally gaining shape in the heart of East Chula Vista, and Mayor John McCann is making sure it doesn’t stay just a sketch on paper.

Officer Craven’s death marks the first time in La Mesa’s 113-year history that a police officer has been killed in the line of duty — a painful milestone for a close-knit department and a community that has always stood by its protectors.

From the first prayer to the final hymn, the service was a testament to a man who built more than a congregation — he built community.

A dynamic four-way portrait showcasing California’s leading gubernatorial contenders — Antonio Villaraigosa, Xavier Becerra, Betty Yee, and Katie Porter — captured in a clean, modern collage symbolizing the diversity, ambition, and energy defining the race for California’s next governor. By San Diego Monitor News Staff | October 20, 2025 The California governor’s race isn’t just a campaign—it’s a full-blown political remix playing out under the Pacific sun. The beat dropped w

The Chargers flashed brilliance but fell short against the Colts in a 38–24 loss at SoFi Stadium. Despite Justin Herbert’s 420-yard performance and a breakout game from rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden II, Los Angeles struggled defensively and now faces mounting pressure to find consistency as the season heats up.

With Halloween around the corner and costume prices climbing, San Diegans are getting creative — turning to thrift stores like Goodwill, Buffalo Exchange, and Flashbacks to craft unique, affordable looks while supporting local communities.

In a historic move bridging legacy and innovation, S. Harris Communications—led by powerhouse policy strategist and entrepreneur Shane Harris—has acquired the San Diego Monitor Newspaper and Business Journal from publisher Cheryl Morrow. The transition marks a new era for the 38-year-old adjudicated paper founded by the late Willie Morrow.

Thousands gathered across San Diego this weekend as part of the nationwide “No Kings” protests — a coordinated movement calling attention to what participants describe as growing executive overreach under President Trump.

By Cheryl Morrow The Power of Collective Action: The Blackout Boycott Adam Clayton Powell Jr.’s “What’s in your hand?” speech finds a modern echo in today’s economic protests, such as the Blackout Boycott—a movement encouraging Black Americans to withhold their spending from major retail outlets. This act of economic resistance is not merely a protest against corporate apathy but a demonstration of the immense financial power Black America holds. The Black dollar circulates w

Photo: San Diego Public Advocate Shane Harris signs new city ordinance passed by the San Diego City Council last month into effect at the street sign unveiling ceremony minutes before unveiling the official street sign. Cheryl Morrow daughter of Willie Morrow holds up fist next to Harris. By San Diego Monitor News | October 9, 2025 The City of San Diego made history Thursday by dedicating “Willie Morrow Way” in Southeast San Diego — a lasting tribute to the late Willie Lee Mo