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#immigration
fromThe Nation
2 days ago
Agriculture

Meet the Immigrant Workers Who Launched the First Major Meatpacking Strike in Decades

fromWIRED
5 days ago
Mission District

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Chicago
fromTruthout
22 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
Agriculture
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Meet the Immigrant Workers Who Launched the First Major Meatpacking Strike in Decades

Workers at the Greeley beef-processing plant launched a historic strike after years of exploitation and fear stemming from past ICE raids.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Most California voters still disapprove of Trump's immigration crackdown, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters disapprove of Trump's immigration policies, with concerns about potential detentions affecting many families.
Mission District
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Opposing ICE Might Save the Country. It Could Also Ruin Your Life

Rafael Concepcion has dedicated himself to creating tools to resist federal immigration enforcement after witnessing the impact on his community.
more#immigration
California
fromIntelligencer
18 hours ago

How Democrats Can Avoid Disaster in the California Governor's Race

The California gubernatorial race shows a potential for two Republicans to face off, posing a significant threat to Democrats.
#california
Media industry
fromLos Angeles Times
18 hours ago

Commentary: For more than 30 years - day in, day out - he's chronicled California. One paragraph at a time

Rough & Tumble, founded by Jack Kavanagh, is California's longest-running unbiased news aggregator, focusing on trust and simplicity.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California election experts sound alarm as rejected ballots quadruple

California's mail-in ballots faced significant delays, with late arrivals increasing fourfold compared to the previous election, impacting vote counting.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters believe democracy is under attack, with strong support for a state Voting Rights Act following recent Supreme Court decisions.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
US Elections
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
Media industry
fromLos Angeles Times
18 hours ago

Commentary: For more than 30 years - day in, day out - he's chronicled California. One paragraph at a time

Rough & Tumble, founded by Jack Kavanagh, is California's longest-running unbiased news aggregator, focusing on trust and simplicity.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

California election experts sound alarm as rejected ballots quadruple

California's mail-in ballots faced significant delays, with late arrivals increasing fourfold compared to the previous election, impacting vote counting.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Californians say democracy is in peril, state should enact voting rights protections, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters believe democracy is under attack, with strong support for a state Voting Rights Act following recent Supreme Court decisions.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
US Elections
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
more#california
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
12 hours ago

San Bernardino Police slammed handcuffed teen to the ground, lawsuit alleges

An 18-year-old woman sued San Bernardino police for alleged excessive force during an arrest, resulting in serious injuries and false accusations.
#political-activism
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Here are three ways we can turn anti-Trump solidarity into political power | Robert Reich

Solidarity against Trump's policies can be transformed into political power through targeted activism and voter mobilization.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Commentary: Horrified by the state of the union, he's an angry protester. But he's also optimistic

Trump fatigue syndrome drives citizens to either disengage from politics or actively protest, with some like Bert Voorhees choosing civic engagement to defend American democracy against perceived authoritarian threats.
more#political-activism
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
15 hours ago

Supreme Court rules against conversion therapy bans while trans people protest across the country - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court ruling in Chiles v. Salazar raises the bar for conversion therapy bans, potentially overturning laws in 27 states.
France news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

France: Thousands join Paris suburb mayor to protest racism

A rally in Saint-Denis supported newly elected Black mayor Bally Bagayoko against racism and highlighted ongoing racial tensions in France.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
18 hours ago

Commentary: Bondi and Noem were incompetent. But that's not the only reason they're gone

The purging of women from Trump's administration reflects a broader erosion of women's equality in the U.S.
SF politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

CA Should Send Prisoners Home Instead of Spending Millions on New Facilities

California's prison reform focuses on expensive new facilities rather than effective rehabilitation, with minimal budget allocation for actual rehabilitation programs.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Judge blocks Trump administration demand for race, GPA data of California college applicants

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's request for extensive applicant data from public universities in California and 16 other states.
Mission District
fromCalifornia Post
3 days ago

Mass brawl breaks out at Venice Beach homeless camp where Karen Bass boasted about cleanup

A mass brawl erupted at a Venice Beach homeless encampment, highlighting ongoing issues despite recent cleanup efforts by the mayor's office.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Gravesend Homeless Shelter Moves Forward Despite Protest

Demolition of a proposed men's shelter in Brooklyn resumes under Mayor Mamdani, despite ongoing protests and calls for affordable housing alternatives.
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
3 days ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
#protests
fromabc7news.com
1 week ago
San Francisco

LIST: 'No Kings' protests against Trump administration happening across the Bay Area on Saturday

US politics
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Sunday Links: Thousands March at No Kings' Protests Across the Bay Area

Thousands protested in the Bay Area against various issues, including fair elections and the war in Iran, forming a human banner demanding Trump's removal.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Demonstrations against ICE tactics continue in L.A.

Nationwide demonstrations protested immigration raids and the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, demanding protections for protest rights and restrained enforcement.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Dozens arrested after authorities fire tear gas at 'No Kings' protesters

Over 70 protesters were arrested after police used tear gas and pepper balls during a demonstration in Los Angeles.
Washington DC
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

'No Kings' protests Trump critics rally across the US

Protests against Trump highlight concerns over democratic backsliding and authoritarianism, with over 3,000 rallies organized across the US.
San Francisco
fromabc7news.com
1 week ago

LIST: 'No Kings' protests against Trump administration happening across the Bay Area on Saturday

Protests against the Trump administration's policies are planned across the Bay Area, including major demonstrations in San Francisco and Oakland.
US politics
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Sunday Links: Thousands March at No Kings' Protests Across the Bay Area

Thousands protested in the Bay Area against various issues, including fair elections and the war in Iran, forming a human banner demanding Trump's removal.
more#protests
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

We're Living in Horrible Conditions for Meaningful Dissent

The repeated imagery of war has desensitized the public, lowering political stakes and altering perceptions of conflict.
Los Angeles
fromKqed
6 days ago

Marching for Immigrant Rights, 20 Years Ago and Today | KQED

The 2006 immigrant rights marches in Los Angeles galvanized Latino organizing and continue to inspire current activism against anti-immigration policies.
#cesar-chavez
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option.

Sexual abuse within movements, exemplified by Cesar Chavez, must be addressed to foster change and protect survivors' dignity.
California
fromKqed
5 days ago

The Challenges in Removing Cesar Chavez's Name in California Cities | KQED

California officially changes Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers' Day amid sexual abuse allegations against Chavez.
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option.

Sexual abuse within movements, exemplified by Cesar Chavez, must be addressed to foster change and protect survivors' dignity.
California
fromKqed
5 days ago

The Challenges in Removing Cesar Chavez's Name in California Cities | KQED

California officially changes Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers' Day amid sexual abuse allegations against Chavez.
more#cesar-chavez
NYC LGBT
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Millions Join "No Kings" Protests in One of Largest US Rallies

Up to 8 million Americans participated in nationwide No Kings protests against President Trump's agenda on March 28, 2026.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
6 days ago

See Photos From New York's Historic Anti-Trump Marches

Art plays a crucial role in social movements, fostering connection and courage among participants.
#no-kings
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

After 'No Kings' rally, local organizers are looking to sustain momentum. What's next?

The 'No Kings' coalition in Boston emphasizes ongoing engagement and plans for May Day mobilization with weekly actions and community involvement.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

90+ "No Kings" Bay Area Protests

Over 90 'No Kings' protests are scheduled across the Bay Area on March 28, 2026, including major marches and local demonstrations.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

No Kings protests live updates: millions of people across the US expected to rally against Trump administration

Nationwide No Kings protests against Donald Trump's administration occurred in June 2025, with millions participating in over 2,100 locations.
California
fromStreetsblog
6 days ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
more#no-kings
World news
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Bay Area residents hold rally in SF as war with Iran enters 2nd month

Calls for regime change in Iran continue amidst ongoing conflict, with differing opinions on the impact of war on democracy and self-determination.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Southern California sisters face losing mom to brain cancer, father to deportation

A Big Bear handyman faces deportation while his wife battles Stage 4 brain cancer, prompting their daughters to seek legal assistance.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
Mission District
from48 hills
2 days ago

John Elberling, advocate for economic and housing justice, dies at 79 - 48 hills

John Elberling advocated against gentrification and for housing justice in San Francisco, emphasizing the human cost of unchecked commercial growth.
#immigration-enforcement
more#immigration-enforcement
Social justice
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

On Chavez, People, and Power

A respected figure was revealed to have caused harm to vulnerable individuals, prompting a call for accountability and reflection on past actions and movements.
Mission District
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Revitalized opposition returns to the streets in Venezuela

Vente Venezuela's headquarters reopened, signaling preparations for upcoming elections and renewed political activity among opposition leaders in Venezuela.
Social justice
fromBronx Times
6 days ago

'No War, No ICE, No Kings': Hundreds Rally in the Bronx for No Kings Day - Bronx Times

Hundreds gathered in the Bronx for the No Kings rally, protesting against executive power consolidation and ICE actions affecting local communities.
Film
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Commentary: What 'One Battle After Another' doesn't get about resistance in Trump's America

Paul Thomas Anderson's Oscar-winning film 'One Battle After Another' depicts armed resistance against government oppression but lacks substantive contemporary commentary despite critical acclaim.
#protest
Los Angeles
fromCalifornia Post
1 week ago

Scale of carnage at LA's 'No Kings' protest laid bare - as sinister past of 'Statue of Liberty lady' revealed

Seventy-five rioters were arrested during the 'No Kings' rally in Downtown LA, with violent clashes against law enforcement and use of tear gas.
US politics
from48 hills
6 days ago

At No Kings protest, war on Iran and Epstein files were big topics - 48 hills

Thousands protested in San Francisco against the war on Iran, demanding change and expressing concerns about complacency under the Trump administration.
from48 hills
2 months ago
US news

Watch: Protesters gather in downtown SF in response to ICE killing Alex Pretti - 48 hills

Los Angeles
fromCalifornia Post
1 week ago

Scale of carnage at LA's 'No Kings' protest laid bare - as sinister past of 'Statue of Liberty lady' revealed

Seventy-five rioters were arrested during the 'No Kings' rally in Downtown LA, with violent clashes against law enforcement and use of tear gas.
US politics
from48 hills
6 days ago

At No Kings protest, war on Iran and Epstein files were big topics - 48 hills

Thousands protested in San Francisco against the war on Iran, demanding change and expressing concerns about complacency under the Trump administration.
from48 hills
2 months ago
US news

Watch: Protesters gather in downtown SF in response to ICE killing Alex Pretti - 48 hills

more#protest
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump announces fraud' crackdown in Democratic states as arrests begin in California

Donald Trump announced a crackdown on fraud in Democratic states, appointing JD Vance as fraud czar, with arrests already made in California.
Los Angeles
fromCalifornia Post
1 week ago

LA forced to block freeway on-ramps with gates ahead of 'No King's' protests

Metal gates were installed on freeway ramps in LA to prevent protesters from blocking traffic during the 'No Kings' protests.
Social justice
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

What to know about the No Kings' protests on March 28

The No Kings movement plans a national day of protests on March 28, with over 3,000 events across the U.S. aimed at opposing authoritarianism.
California
fromABC30 Fresno
4 days ago

LIVE: California gubernatorial candidate forum being held at Fresno State

The California gubernatorial race features candidate forums focusing on affordability, rural issues, job creation, immigration, and agriculture.
Mission District
fromCalifornia Post
2 weeks ago

Wild video shows moment activist trying to expose voter fraud is attacked on LA's Skid Row

A political activist's investigation into voter fraud in Los Angeles led to a violent confrontation with individuals on Skid Row.
#immigration-protest
more#immigration-protest
#student-walkouts
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#ice
fromSFGATE
2 months ago
US politics

'This isn't America anymore': Thousands rally against ICE in SF's Dolores Park

fromSFGATE
2 months ago
US politics

'This isn't America anymore': Thousands rally against ICE in SF's Dolores Park

more#ice
World news
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Photos: Iranian protest in downtown Los Angeles

Los Angeles demonstrators rallied in solidarity with Iranian protesters after a violent crackdown killed thousands, as protests over economic hardship challenged Iran's leadership.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Taking to the Streets

Independent journalism holds the powerful to account, centers marginalized communities, cuts through lies, advances progressive ideas, and relies on reader support and donations.
fromMission Local
2 months ago

San Francisco joins nationwide anti-ICE walkouts with Dolores Park rally

San Franciscans will descend upon Dolores Park on Friday afternoon to join the "ICE Out" walkouts and protest taking place in dozens of cities across the country today. Organizers are hoping to replicate the success of a "general strike" that took place on Jan. 23 in Minneapolis, when hundreds of businesses shut down and thousands of people filled the streets to lambast Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Social justice
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Radical SoCal group sets next anti-ICE 'mass meeting' as White House slams 'far-left' orgs that target law enforcement

Dare To Struggle SoCal organized anti-ICE mass meetings encouraging students to confront ICE, culminating in violent protests that injured federal agents.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Second man shares horrific story of being blinded by officers at anti-ICE rally in Santa Ana

Homeland Security officers fired less-lethal projectiles at Santa Ana protesters, striking at least two people in the face and causing severe eye injuries.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Photos: Anti-ICE protests gets heated on 'National Shutdown' day

Widespread "National Shutdown" protests over immigration actions escalated in downtown Los Angeles, prompting LAPD tactical alerts, dispersal orders, and confrontations with federal agents.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Letters: Protests are about ICE tactics, not immigration enforcement

Thomas Ferro asked why there were no protests of the millions of deportations during Barack Obama's and Joe Biden's presidencies. Easy answer: Those removals were accomplished without militarizing our streets and snatching brown-skinned U.S. citizens, gardeners, Home Depot customers or anyone speaking with an accent; without teargassing or beating up innocent people and refusing pleas to look at ID; without snagging an immigrant as they comply with the law by showing up for their citizenship hearing.
US politics
US politics
fromKqed
2 months ago

Thousands Gather in San Francisco, Businesses Close as Part of Nationwide 'ICE Out' Protest | KQED

Republican lawmakers criticized federal "surges" and sought DHS leadership changes while calls for rare national strike actions aim to protest ICE conduct and force reforms.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

It's Official: The People, Not the Politicians, Are Leading

Timid Democratic leadership alienates activists, while grassroots protests show energy and call for bolder stances, including abolishing ICE.
US politics
frommissionlocal.org
2 months ago

Photos: Protesters flood S.F. streets for ICE Out' strike

Thousands gathered at Dolores Park then marched to City Hall on January 30 as part of a national ICE Out general strike demanding an end to ICE violence.
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