An investigation by an outside law firm has found that San Diego Unified Superintendent Lamont Jackson engaged in misconduct with female staff, though the details of the misconduct remain unclear. The district has not provided any comments on the situation. The next steps for Jackson are uncertain, but a closed session has been scheduled with an agenda item focused on “public employee discipline/dismissal/release.” Jackson took on the role of superintendent two and a half years ago after the previous superintendent left for a job in the Biden administration.
In other news, community colleges in California may soon be able to offer bachelor’s or four-year degree programs under a new state law. San Diego City College is looking to expand its offerings beyond the bachelor’s program it already has in cyber defense. However, some universities, like San Diego State University, are concerned about potential competition between institutions.
Additionally, former Chula Vista councilmember Andrea Cardenas will avoid jail time after pleading guilty to stealing Covid relief funds and illegally collecting unemployment benefits. The San Diego International Airport has expanded parking at Terminal 1, and Carlsbad is considering measures to address homelessness among residents living in vehicles. Two faith-based organizations have received federal funding to house and care for migrants, and the San Diego County is seeking a restraining order against a former employee accused of harassing coworkers over perceived voter fraud.
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