In a new op-ed, Michael Zucchet of the San Diego Municipal Employees Association responds to claims by former Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey about the city of San Diego’s budget crisis. "Coronado and San Diego are obviously very different cities." voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/21/o...

We asked members of the San Diego City Council what their top policy priorities are for 2026. Here’s what they had to say ⬇️ voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/21/r...

Member Exclusive: Here’s a deeper look into our latest conversation with Mayor Todd Gloria as he enters his sixth year in office. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/17/p...

In this week’s Cup of Chisme, we have the latest on the drama surrounding Mayor Todd Gloria’s annual speech, as well as a clap back between SDPD’s police chief and new union president. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/18/c...

A groundbreaking ceremony for a permanent supportive housing project in Chula Vista has fueled hope in the city’s battle against homelessness. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/15/s...

Assemblymember David Alvarez is on a crusade to free up billions of dollars in funding for environmental efforts. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/16/s...

June’s primary election will be here before we know it. Here are some North County races to watch 👀 👇 voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/14/n...

In his annual State of the City speech, Mayor Todd Gloria doubled down on his aspirations for three local developments. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/16/m...

A speech, a seating clash and a “sexist comment.” Here’s what happened behind the scenes at Thursday's State of the City speech. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/16/a...

Public power rates are going up, but they still beat SDG&E on cost and share of renewable energy. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/14/p...

Opinion: Limiting housing growth outside the boundaries of local cities has led to many San Diegans being “exported" to more affordable areas. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/14/s...

The local political establishment had big visions for Mayor Todd Gloria, maybe even going beyond City Hall. But five years into his mayorship, allies and adversaries alike say he’s dropped the ball. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/14/t...

Longtime San Diego Unified leader Richard Barrera made his case for a major union endorsement this week as part of his bid for state superintendent. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/13/b...

In a new op-ed, former Coronado Mayor Richard Bailey makes the case for why the city of San Diego needs to cut back on spending and middle managers. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/13/o...

San Diego County supervisors are considering another proposal to expand protections for local immigrants. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/12/b...

Gov. Gavin Newsom is, once again, scaling back homelessness funding as he tries to navigate the state’s $3 billion budget deficit. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/09/s...

The news cycle held no punches the first week of 2026. Here’s what happened locally 👇 voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/11/c...

Later this month, housing developers will pitch their visions for the future of numerous San Diego Unified-owned properties. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/07/t...

A recent audit revealed a local housing nonprofit was quietly dipping into its reserves to cover operating expenses. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/09/a...

Electricity bills from SDG&E increased with the new year for most San Diegans. Here’s what you need to know 👇 voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/08/s...

Horses or soccer fields? That’s the question bogging conversations about the future of South Bay’s beloved Rohr Park. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/08/s...

Catherine Blakespear hasn’t been the mayor of Encinitas since 2022, yet she remains a political lightning rod. Why haven’t residents moved on? voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/08/e...

Opinion: As a 17-year-old San Diegan, my future in this city relies on plans to expand housing and public transportation. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/05/s...

Voice of San Diego corrected a story regarding the resignation of the Chula Vista Elementary School District's assistant superintendent of HR. We regret the errors and any lack of clarity. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/09/c...

San Diego County officials are taking a step back from plans to explore more options for increasing revenue. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/08/c...

In a new op-ed, South Bay Supervisor Paloma Aguirre explains the importance of expanding access to air purification devices for people living near the Tijuana River. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/06/w...

For residents of flood-prone Shelltown, rainy days still stir up anxieties about rising creek levels and clogged storm drains. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/05/e...

We asked 20 local politicos what they think is in store for the coming year. What are your local predictions for 2026? voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/03/p...

North County leaders have shifted their sights to the Capitol in the battle for local housing control. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/29/n...

Southcrest residents once again stepped up to prevent flooding in their neighborhood while the city fails to deliver on infrastructure repairs. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/04/n...

This year, our South County reporter learned that from border issues to housing, conventional wisdom seldom applies to the area's politics. voiceofsandiego.org/2026/01/02/s...

A year-long campaign to “right-size” San Diego’s budget has fallen short. Here’s how it all went down ⬇️ voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/30/m...

In 2025, San Diego County’s school enrollment crisis came into clear focus. Now it’s up to schools to figure out how to respond. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/23/s...

A lot's happened this year in federal politics, much of which has trickled down into the everyday lives of San Diegans. Here’s a month-by-month sampling of the biggest changes that came down from D.C. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/19/d...

City of San Diego staff who made unapproved contract increases totaling $6.7 million at the request of upper management will not be disciplined by the City Council. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/19/c...

San Diego Unified’s trustees were split on whether to move forward with a slate of major housing projects earlier this month. What happens now that the plans have been punted? voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/22/w...

Many artists call San Diego home despite the region’s limited creative industry and high cost of living. How do they pull it off? voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/22/s...

San Diego failed to secure a deal to sell off excess water during last week’s Colorado River negotiations, but there are still plans in the pipeline. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/21/n...

Join us for a look back at the top North County stories of 2025 🗒️ voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/17/n...

The states that rely on Colorado River water are no closer to an agreement, but the federal government isn't eager to step in. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/17/f...

Mexicali farmers and the city of Tijuana are at war over a limited supply of water from the Colorado River. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/16/m...

A 2024 ballot measure changed how counties across California can use certain mental health funds. Nearly two years later, preventative services across San Diego are taking a big hit. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/16/p...

Negotiations over how to divvy up the Colorado River’s limited water supply are supposed to be wrapped up by Thursday. It’s not looking promising. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/16/d...

Mexicali farmers will spill their Colorado River water — depriving coastal cities like Tijuana of drinking water — if @Claudiashein doesn’t cut a deal to compensate them for blocking their ability to sell it. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/16/m... #CRWUA2025 @voiceofsandiego.org

I’m in Las Vegas covering negotiations  among users of the drought-stricken Colorado River. They aren’t going well…again. It’s almost like they want Trump to step in.  voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/16/d... @voiceofsandiego.org

A new binational agreement is paving the way for Mexican college students to cross the border into San Diego faster. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/15/b...

Member Exclusive: In this week’s Politics Report, @scottmlewis.bsky.social dives into the world of sales tax proposals, mystery texts, the Richard Bailey rumor mill and more. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/13/p...

San Diego just settled a $30 million lawsuit for a police killing. The statewide reform that allowed this case to move forward was authored by a local lawmaker. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/12/s...

Signature gathering for a proposed countywide sales-tax measure is slated to begin next month. Here’s what it would pay for ⬇️ voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/12/l...

ICYMI: Here’s the latest chisme on South Bay’s toxic gas problem, San Diego Unified’s housing aspirations and a slew of local beefs. voiceofsandiego.org/2025/12/14/c...