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The 2026 FIFA World Cup and America’s Big Test

Just Live | Is the U.S. Ready to Welcome the World? Our speakers examine immigration, security, labor, and civil liberties concerns surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup across U.S. host cities.

California Gubernatorial Race Series: Interview with Xavier Becerra

May 27 | This session offers reporters a direct opportunity to question gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra on key statewide issues. 
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California Gubernatorial Race Series: Interview with Tom Steyer

May 26 | This session offers reporters a direct opportunity to question gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer on key statewide issues. 

Los solicitantes de asilo deben pagar una nueva tarifa anual

La mayoría de los solicitantes de asilo tendrán que pagar esta tasa antes del 29 de mayo de 2026, o se arriesgarán a que su solicitud sea rechazada.

Asylum Seekers Must Pay New Annual Fee or Risk Rejection of Cases

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has set a strict deadline so that most asylum seekers will need to pay this fee by May 29, 2026. 

A Conversation with Author Curtis Chin — Who Gets to Belong in America?

May 22 | Curtis Chin discusses identity, belonging, and growing up Chinese American in Detroit amid racial tensions and the legacy of Vincent Chin.

California Gubernatorial Race Series: Interview with Steve Hilton

May 19 | This session offers reporters a direct opportunity to question gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton on key statewide issues. 

Erasing the Black Vote in the Deep South – Five Voting Rights Activists Fight Back

May 15 | Voting rights activists from across the South discuss the Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana’s congressional map and the growing battle over minority representation and voting access.

Anti-South Asian Hate Surges Online

Hate incidents targeting South Asians surge online as anti-immigrant sentiment, anti-H1B rhetoric and federal policy changes impact the Sikh trucking community.

3 Million Americans Lose Critical Food Safety Net, as Dramatic Cuts to SNAP Take Effect

May 08 | Speakers explore new data, discuss funding stakes for states and families, and demonstrate a dashboard analyzing health trends and its drivers nationwide.

For Sikh Community, a Celebration of Spring and Spiritual Renewal

About 200 congregants joined festivities commemorating Vaisakhi, marking the start of spring and an important date in Sikh history.

California Gubernatorial Race Series: Interview with Matt Mahan

May 7 | This session offers reporters a direct opportunity to question gubernatorial candidate Matt Mahan on key statewide issues. 

Push to Update L.A. Parks Funding Builds Ahead of Charter Vote

A coalition of more than 80 community organizations is urging city leaders to increase baseline funding for LA’s Department of Recreation and Parks.

California Gubernatorial Race Series: Interview with Tony Thurmond

Apr 30 | This session offers reporters a direct opportunity to question gubernatorial candidate Tony Thurmond on key statewide issues. 

Hate Crimes Continue to Rise, Despite Federal Legislation

May 1 | Five years after the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act, anti-Asian hate remains elevated. Our experts examine rising incidents, harmful rhetoric, and ongoing efforts to improve reporting and protection.

Tracking ICE–Police Collaboration: Tools for Journalists, Lawsuits and What Authorities Don’t Want You to See

Apr 24 | As local police expand roles in immigration enforcement, limited transparency around ICE collaboration raises accountability concerns. Experts share strategies for accessing records, analyzing data, and reporting on enforcement’s impact on communities.

From Oil Shock to Checkout Lines: US–Iran War Drives Global Spike in Consumer Costs

Apr 17 | The US-Iran war is driving oil price spikes and global supply chain disruptions, raising costs for fuel, food, and goods. Experts examine war-driven inflation, economic risks, and potential solutions.

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Street Lights of Los Angeles – Briefing with LA’s Bureau of Street Lighting

Los Angeles property owners will vote on a proposed street lighting assessment increase to fund repairs and maintenance. Officials outline costs, aging infrastructure needs, and what approval means for citywide lighting systems.

Cuba, Life and Death Under Trump’s Oil Blockade

"We leave Cuba changed. Not because we did not expect hardship, but because of its scale, and because of the quiet endurance of its people."

Do Cell Phone Bans at School Help or Hurt Students?

Apr 3 | Speakers will debate the merits of cell phone bans versus the potential of social media to foster social connection, creative self-expression, and to gain access to supportive communities.

Investing in Journalism: Why Civic Infrastructure is Key to California’s Future

The collapse of local news in America poses a significant threat to our democracy, underscored by flashing headlines.

The California Forestry Sector Jobs Initiative: Expanding Career Pathways and Strengthening California’s Workforce

Mar 31 | California’s Forestry Sector Jobs Initiative promotes careers in forest management, wildfire prevention, and sustainability, expanding access for underrepresented communities through training, education, and workforce pathways supported by CAL FIRE.

Millions March Against Monarchy

Millions joined in the No Kings Day protests on Sat. March 28, including in cities and towns across California.

Steep Rise in Scams Targeting Immigrants – How to Avoid and How to Recover

Mar 27 | Scams targeting immigrant communities in the U.S. are rising sharply. Experts examine common fraud schemes, how victims can protect their assets, and legal pathways available for recovery and consumer protection.

Diaspora Politics in the Era of Trump

Mar 20 | Diaspora communities are shaping U.S. foreign policy debates, influencing views on sanctions, democracy, and global conflict. Experts examine political engagement, internal divisions, and impacts on immigrant communities and domestic discourse.

The New Food Pyramid: Healthy or Harmful?

Mar 13 | New U.S. dietary guidelines introduce an inverted food pyramid prioritizing protein, healthy fats, fruits, and vegetables. Experts discuss nutrition impacts, school lunches, ultra-processed foods, and environmental concerns tied to diet.

LA시 지도부는 시민들의 공원 건립 요구에 응답하라

배스 시장과 시의원에게 보내는 LA이민 언론매체들의 편지

洛杉磯徵詢居民對公園的需求,現在市府領導者必須採取行動

洛杉磯少數族裔媒體致市長巴斯Mayor Bass與市議會的公開信

AAPI Groups Warn Against Silence as Anti-Immigrant Agenda Spreads Nationwide

Immigration enforcement, as well as voting and civil rights were among the key issues highlighted during the annual AAPI Equity Alliance summit.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup and America’s Big Test

Just Live | Is the U.S. Ready to Welcome the World? Our speakers examine immigration, security, labor, and civil liberties concerns surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup across U.S. host cities.

California Front-Runner Becerra Says State Won’t ‘Take a Knee’ to Trump

Xavier Becerra, currently leading polls in the 2026 California gubernatorial race, is positioning himself as the race's most experienced anti-Trump candidate.
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Is Tom Steyer California’s Change Candidate?

Tom Steyer is pitching his gubernatorial campaign as an existential fight between working Californians and corporate power, running on a platform including single-payer health care, taxing oil company windfall profits and slashing electric utility rates by a quarter.