The United States Senate has narrowly approved President Donald Trump’s highly anticipated ‘One Big Beautiful Bill,’ a legislative move that has immediately ignited widespread debate and apprehension regarding its potential ramifications on critical social services and healthcare access across the nation. This significant piece of legislation, central to the Trump […]
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San Diego Food Bank braces for potential SNAP cuts under bill
The San Diego Food Bank is bracing for a significant surge in demand as the U.S. Senate approaches a critical July 4 deadline for President Trump’s proposed “One Big Beautiful Act,” a legislative initiative threatening to enact sweeping cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) across the nation. This […]
San Diego dispensaries allowed to stay open longer as city needs more tax money
San Diego’s cannabis dispensaries are set to experience a significant operational shift, as the city council has officially lifted the long-standing 9 p.m. closing curfew, aligning their hours with those of neighboring municipalities. This policy adjustment marks an end to a distinct disadvantage San Diego businesses faced, allowing them to […]
Sharp HealthCare cuts over 300 jobs
Sharp HealthCare, a prominent healthcare provider deeply embedded in the San Diego community, has initiated significant cost-cutting measures, resulting in the difficult decision to lay off over 300 employees. This substantial workforce reduction underscores the mounting financial pressures confronting large healthcare systems nationwide, compelling them to make tough choices to […]
Saving’ or ‘taking away’ health coverage, Medicaid debate over the big beautiful bill in San Diego
A contentious and deeply consequential debate is currently unfolding in San Diego, centered on a significant legislative proposal poised to reshape Medicaid, a foundational pillar of public health coverage for millions of Americans. At its heart lies a fundamental disagreement: is this “big beautiful bill” a pathway to “saving” vital […]