VIDEO: FDA recommends Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine as eligibility expands in San Diego County

New vaccination sites opening in Otay Mesa and Lemon Grove

Katia Pechenkina, Multimedia Journalist, Newscene • February 26, 2021

The Food and Drug Administration has authorized Johnson & Johnson's coronavirus vaccine for emergency use on Friday, a day before new sites open in San Diego County.

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#TODAYATCITY: Grief support workshop series starts today at City College

Meetings offer a safe space to find healing, navigate grief

Kathryn Gray, Staff Writer • February 23, 2021

San Diego City College’s Student Health Center presents Carrying On, a grief support workshop series offering a safe space to find healing and navigate your grief. It starts today at 3 p.m.

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MAGAZINE: Tuna melt, with my grandma’s best potato salad recipe

#CityCookingChallenge kicks off with a make-at-home version of Panera's Pick 2

Jesus Lopez, Staff Writer • February 22, 2021

#CityCookingChallenge kicks off with City Times reporter Jesus Lopez putting together a make-at-home version of Panera's Pick 2.

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#TODAYATCITY: San Diego City College tackles hunger with food drives

Sign up now for today's event, which is held twice a month through the spring term

Jesus Lopez, Staff Writer • February 22, 2021

Free food is available for all students, classified professionals, faculty, and community members of City College from 12-2 p.m.

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City Times EIC finds a new outlook amid near-constant change

Pineda wrapped up her fourth and final semester with the City Times on Dec. 14

Will Mauriz, Contributor • December 23, 2020

In the past nine months, City Times Editor-in-Chief Vicky Pineda has seen her situation change plenty. But so has her outlook.

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MAGAZINE: Holidays can still be celebrated from home

City Times offers students a pandemic-friendly, practical guide for holiday celebrations

Deserie Larios, Staff Writer • December 21, 2020

With San Diego moving to the purple tier, California’s strictest level, many students and families are wondering how to quarantine efficiently during the holiday season. City Times offers activities you can still do safely and at a distance during the pandemic.

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VIDEO: The pandemic causing an economic divide

The wealth of Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos doubled, while unemployment soared

Noelle Mortensen, Multimedia Journalist, Newscene • December 17, 2020

During the course of 2020 and the pandemic, the popularity of online shopping has been surging. Amazon has become a convenient way many people shop for their basic needs. 

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City College student-athletes sidelined during pandemic

The closure of campus means college sports are on hold

Joel Nevarez, Contributor • December 16, 2020

Cristian Penaloza got up early as he was ready for his first day of college this past August. The only problem is that it was behind a computer screen. 

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VIDEO: COVID-19 makes history in 2020

The pandemic is the top news story of the year

Chris LeFall, Multimedia Journalist, Newscene • December 11, 2020

COVID-19 has impacted the entire world since its first confirmed case in the United States on January 21, 2020. The pandemic was selected as the top news story of the year.

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3 tips to preparing for wildfire evacuations

Recent Willow Fire a reminder that fires can happen year-round

Noelle Mortensen and Vicky Pineda • December 3, 2020

Overnight a wild fire erupted in Rancho San Diego. As of 8:55 a.m. the Willow Fire is 30 acres and 50% contained, only one home was destroyed and six homes were damaged. 

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Application deadline extended for CSU

New deadline for fall 2021 is December 15

Vicky Pineda, Editor-in-Chief • December 1, 2020

The California State University has changed the deadline for transfers from its original date Dec. 4.

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City College students with disabilities struggle with remote learning

The disAbility Support Programs and Services office offers support, services

Sophia Traylor, Staff Writer • November 30, 2020

San Diego City College offers resources for students with disabilities through its disAbility Support Programs and Services office, but there are still many overlooked difficulties and misconceptions with remote learning.

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