http://www.jmsreports.org/ JMS Reports is produced by students in the School of Journalism & Media Studies at San Diego State University. en-us http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=152 The multimedia content for JMS Reports is produced by students in the reporting capstone class. For the Spring 2010 edition, students focused on two industries impacting San Diego's economy: tourism and technology. Thu, 13 May 2010 10:00:29 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=152 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=151 By: Britt Peterson Many surfers’ paradise happens to be a bare-naked dwelling and it's making waves among locals and tourists alike. Wed, 12 May 2010 15:51:21 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=151 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=150 By: Brittnie Nerkins San Diego is once again depending on the military to bolster its economy, but in a new way. The military has become a major force in attracting tourists to the area. Wed, 12 May 2010 15:28:58 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=150 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=144 After four decades together, San Diego doesn’t want to part with Comic-Con. Wed, 12 May 2010 12:17:03 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=144 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=142 Moviemaking on a barebones budget is tough. But 26-year-old San Diego resident Edreace Purmul has done it with his first movie, Mozlym. Wed, 12 May 2010 11:42:11 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=142 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=139 The San Diego Chargers are searching for a new home to build a state-of-the-art stadium, however a $1 billion price tag has made the search hard and many taxpayers have differing opinions on the massive spending. Wed, 12 May 2010 11:05:41 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=139 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=136 UCSD’s engineering students agree that state of energy is in flux and look to hybrid cars as one solution. Wed, 12 May 2010 10:54:26 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=136 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=129 By: Faryar Borhani With a home nearly half-century old, the San Diego Chargers have invested millions of dollars to find a new stadium that will bring in new revenue. Only one viable option remains. Mon, 10 May 2010 12:46:00 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=129 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=128 By: Caitlin Petrakovitz The San Diego Film Commission began specifically to draw filmmakers here to spend money. So what are they doing now to help the city's declining tourism revenue? Plenty, says Film Commissioner Cathy Anderson. Mon, 10 May 2010 12:40:18 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=128 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=126 By: Ashley Garman Despite San Diego being one of the top-10 U.S. cities for low-cost transportation and a large number of riders, not all users find the system to be convenient. To address this issue, the SANDAG organization has plans to extend the trolley to reach northern parts of the county. Mon, 10 May 2010 12:32:22 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=126 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=124 By: Megan Contreras A poor local economy is not stopping local bars from providing a getaway for patrons. Mon, 10 May 2010 12:16:27 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=124 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=122 By: Christopher Milholland The California Center for Sustainable Energy (CCSE) is a San Diego based non-profit organization that provides clean energy resources to the community. Mon, 10 May 2010 11:57:36 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=122 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=121 By: Elouie Gopez Thanks to improved cameras, screens and glasses, 3D movies are now capable of being an immersive experience rather than just a gimmick. Mon, 10 May 2010 11:44:00 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=121 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=120 By: Hafiza Aimaq New technologies are helping scientists discover more about ancient mummies at the Museum of Man in San Diego Mon, 10 May 2010 11:35:26 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=120 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=119 By: Jon Glass The Kroc Copley animal shelter in San Diego offers on site microchipping services to pet owners for just $20 at weekly clinics. The service is intended to reduce the stray animal population at the shelter. Medical shelter technicians and pet owners can agree that microchips are beneficial for pets. Mon, 10 May 2010 11:29:19 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=119 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=118 In an increasingly competitive job market, UCSD engineering students have found an edge by taking part in Formula SAE. This competition challenges students to build and race a formula car against schools across the U.S. Mon, 10 May 2010 11:17:08 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=118 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=117 By: Whitney Lawrence Apple has a way of drawing crowds like few other stores can, and ever since co-founder and CEO Steve Jobs gave the world its first look at the iPad, its release became one of the hottest tickets in the nation. San Diego was no exception. Mon, 10 May 2010 11:08:17 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=117 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=116 Officials look to a new California Welcome Center to help travelers from the east stay and play in San Diego. Wed, 05 May 2010 17:28:01 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=116 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=114 Scientific advances in DNA typing have given investigators an edge in crime solving. The latest technology can replicate DNA, making it easier to catch even the most careful criminal. Wed, 05 May 2010 12:36:21 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=114 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=113 Meet the county’s future science superstars as they compete in the 56th annual San Diego Science Fair. Students from the 6th grade to high school seniors submitted a creative fusion of traditional and non-traditional experiments. Wed, 05 May 2010 12:21:17 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=113 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=112 By: Tejus Govindjie Airlines nation-wide are implementing a new pilot program for full-body scanners at checkpoints. The scanners are designed to create an image of the entire body, allowing security officers a top-to-bottom view for any potentially dangerous items. Wed, 05 May 2010 12:13:29 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=112 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=111 An estimated 600 million bottles wind up in California landfills each year. One local company is helping to reduce that number by turning trash into treasure. Founded by businessman, Steve Cherry and his girlfriend Leslie Tiano, Bottlehood is only one-year-old but has already begun to make a name for itself in the San Diego community. Wed, 05 May 2010 12:04:58 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=111 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=109 Three cities in San Diego County raised their sales taxes last year to make up for budget shortfalls. But are the increased prices backfiring? This multimedia map compares big ticket items city-by-city. Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:45:51 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=109 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=104 Inspired during a recent trip to China, world champion off-road racer Ivan “Ironman” Stewart and his son opened a shop offering electric bicycles to San Diego. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:18:27 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=104 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=103 Whether it’s diagnostic tests for cancer, synthetic insulin for diabetes or medication for pain, chances are you or someone you know has benefited from San Diego’s booming biotechnology industry. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:14:26 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=103 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=102 San Diego residents are starting to show concern about health troubles related to waves emitted by wireless Internet devices. Scientists are beginning to conduct research on the possibility. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:09:30 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=102 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=101 Life without a cell phone, iPod, or computer? Technology has become so ingrained in their daily lives, most students couldn’t dream of letting go of their gadgets. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:00:03 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=101 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=100 At UCSD’s Brain Observatory, Dr. Jacopo Annese and his team aren’t just conducting groundbreaking experiments (like broadcasting the dissection of the world’s most famous amnesiac) â€" they’re tracking potential global cures while bringing a human touch to neuroscience. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:53:40 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=100 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=99 Eleventh grade multimedia teacher Doug Beacom opens up about some core values and the information exchange that goes on inside the classroom. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:49:59 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=99 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=98 Coronado Taxi company employee Steve Sikorski is able to navigate more efficiently through San Diego with the help of GPS navigation systems. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:46:12 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=98 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=97 The Elementary Institute of Science lets kids laugh and have fun while still learning science. The institute, which is located in San Diego, offers after-school programs on Mondays through Thursdays as well as the weekends. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:42:10 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=97 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=96 According to PC World, e-readers appear to be the hot trend of 2010. E-readers are growing in popularity as an alternative to traditional books. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:37:09 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=96 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=95 Although they’re thousands of miles away, the Aztecs are helping with the disaster relief in Haiti. They are constructing maps that are being used to disseminate medical supplies and locate internal displacement camps. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:25:45 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=95 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=94 As tourism industry of San Diego shows a declining trend, we can find some reasons from viewpoint of international students in SDSU. This time I find some places international students love to visit. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:00:30 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=94 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=93 What impact can a free day of culture have on a city? Balboa Park Visitor’s Center manager Susy Creamer talks about the fiscal impact of the Park’s Free Tuesday program for both museums and viewers. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:54:47 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=93 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=92 Despite the population of homeless people who spend their time in Pacific Beach â€" one of San Diego's most popular beach communities â€" tourism and businesses in the area are not negatively affected, according to surf shop employee Kurt Marchetta. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:53:34 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=92 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=91 Marketing San Diego as a premiere destination for tourists and conventioneers is the San Diego Convention and Visitors Bureau number one priority. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:51:16 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=91 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=90 Merchants at one of San Diego’s premier, and year-round, hot spots share their thoughts on how the economy has impacted their businesses in what was once a vibrant and crowded destination for travelers of the world. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:48:55 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=90 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=89 The Convention Center remains one of the more resilient components of San Diego’s tourism industry during the nationwide recession. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:47:26 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=89 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=88 Some San Diego tourism industry employees are very much aware of the recent tourism declines in San Diego, but they look to the San Diego horizon for a successful future. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:31:52 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=88 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=83 This final project of the journalism 550 class at San Diego State University was produced by: Carissa Casares, Natasha Paul, Aleesha Harris, Alix Davis, Nichole Sellon, Jessica Columbo and Kerri Sargent(not shown). Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:39:45 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=83 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=82 Is San Diego healthier today than it was yesterday? Are local residents recycling? Are they using mass transit? SDSU Journalism students investigated to find out if America's Finest City has earned a clean bill of health. Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:17:58 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=82 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=81 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:27:57 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=81 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=80 Although the San Diego Miramar Landfill might start out looking like a big pile of trash, the end product could fool just about anyone. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:37:20 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=80 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=79 More than 35 farmers markets regularly open in San Diego County. Use this interactive map to find them. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:35:13 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=79 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=78 San Diego residents come together to march through the streets of downtown in the name of breast cancer research and its survivors. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:08:40 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=78 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=77 San Diego is home to more than 200,000 veterans, many of whom are ill-equipped to transition back into civilian life post-service. These vets struggle with substance abuse and homelessness. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:07:37 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=77 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=76 The Hillcrest farmers’ market is one of San Diego’s most popular farmers’ markets, but is the produce really better than the fruit and vegetables from the grocery store? Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:07:10 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=76 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=75 There are two ways to think about food these days: fast or slow. Millions of people hit the drive through on a daily basis but there’s a growing number saying no to fast food and starting to eat a new way: slowly. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:06:10 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=75 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=74 The Uptown streets of San Diego are home to many cyclists, but drivers don't seem very aware of them. Hundreds of cyclists get together once a month to promote bike safety and awareness. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:05:41 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=74 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=73 Public transportation historically hasn't been that popular among San Diegans, but the economic downturn appears to be changing the habits of many. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:04:26 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=73 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=72 With a shifting economy and baby booming generation of epic proportion, many are becoming more concerned with the care options available at end-of-life. One local San Diegan tells her story. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:56:15 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=72 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=71 Resale stores, like Flashbacks, buy, sell and trade recycled clothing. People who shop at these stores say they’re finding great bargains and helping the environment at the same time. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:55:06 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=71 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=70 Recycle San Diego is an electronic waste recycling company in Clairemont Mesa that allows locals to inexpensively dispose their electronic goods in a way that won’t endanger the environment. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:54:28 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=70 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=69 At the New Roots Community Farm in San Diego, Somali-Bantu refugees are finding fertile land where they can grow food from their own country. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:53:57 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=69 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=68 San Diego’s mild climate is great for athletes who like to train outdoors. Toby Guillette is one of those athletes, but unlike most weekend warriors, he runs distances of up to 100 miles. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:33:56 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=68 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=67 Some North County kids are getting a jump start on an athletic career thanks to former Charger Çharles Dimry. He says he’s giving back to the community by helping to improve children’s skills and confidence in sports. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:16:28 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=67 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=66 While San Diegans struggle to adapt to the changing economy, many pets are also feeling the negative effects. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:01:17 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=66 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=65 Wed, 27 May 2009 14:25:33 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=65 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=61 As a child, Jennifer Stoneburner slept in cars and homeless shelters as she and her mother fought for a better life. Now Stoneburner works with the area homeless population to help create a better San Diego. Wed, 27 May 2009 13:42:01 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=61 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=57 Ten journalism students produced A Call to Service: Wendy Fry, Melissa Harrison, Paul Hernandez, Aprhil Jimenez, Alejandro Muela, Misaki Suzuki, Mia Taylor, Elizabeth Oropallo, Erin Weaver and Jen Wurch. Wed, 27 May 2009 07:07:42 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=57 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=56 With the mission of making positive lasting impacts in the lives of at-risk and underprivileged youth, Outdoor Outreach takes kids on mountain biking, surfing, snowboarding and horseback riding outdoor activities. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:24:02 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=56 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=55 JMS Reporter Wendy Fry interviews Alejandro Muela on how he found out about the Desert Angels and why he covered the story. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:20:31 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=55 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=54 A group of volunteers has been searching for and rescuing immigrants who get lost in the desert while trying to cross the U.S. - Mexico border. JMS Reporter Alejandro Muela went along on two missions. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:18:44 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=54 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=53 Habitat for Humanity's Women Build program brings women from all different backgrounds together to help build homes for single mothers and their children. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:11:58 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=53 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=52 How do you take a ritual of drunken debauchery on Saint Patrick's Day Weekend and turn it into a charitable event? Jen Wurch goes along on the Stay Classy Pub Crawl. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:09:07 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=52 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=51 Many San Diegans are not able to prepare their own food or go to restaurants due to medical or financial problems. But thanks to one special volunteer program, these people are getting door-to-door service. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:06:33 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=51 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=50 A young man who once was homeless now donates his time and artistic talents by brightening the shelter that took him in years ago. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:04:20 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=50 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=49 San Diego's bays and parks in San Diego have 100,000 pounds less trash, thanks to more than 4,000 volunteers who participated in the Creek to Bay Clean up. Tue, 26 May 2009 17:00:10 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=49 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=48 Kids across San Diego are learning how to incorporate service into their daily lives and having fun doing it. JMS Reporter Erin Weaver takes us to Servapalooza, an event that celebrates youth service. Tue, 26 May 2009 16:50:57 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=48 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=46 Increased violence and the raging war against the drug cartels forced an SDSU student to leave her hometown of Tijuana and seek shelter in San Diego. Because of the risk, the student wishes to remain anonymous. Tue, 26 May 2009 16:44:19 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=46 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=45 On one Sunday afternoon every month, youth volunteers from Kids Korps USA visit the Silverado Senior Living Community in Encinitas. Tue, 26 May 2009 16:22:51 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=45 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=44 Christmas came early for some children of military families. They were the most recent recipients of new bikes, courtesy of a project called Kids Korps. Tue, 26 May 2009 16:20:43 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=44 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=43 Some San Diegans spend their weekends teaching autistic children how to swim for Aqua Pros Special Olympics. For the children, parents and teachers, it's not about the competition but about being part of the team. Tue, 26 May 2009 16:17:56 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=43 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=42 Volunteers give back to their community in different ways and for different reasons. Whether required by school programs or out of a desire to improve their future, San Diego's youth are taking steps to help each other. Tue, 26 May 2009 16:13:22 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=42 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=41 Tue, 26 May 2009 16:10:47 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=41 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=40 Thousands of San Diegans -- and their pets -- turned out for a 5K walk in Balboa Park to support the March of Dimes, which aids premature babies. Some shared their reasons for walking with JMS Reports. Tue, 26 May 2009 16:08:42 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=40 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=39 Bar crawls, scavenger hunts and concerts are just a few events held by the Stay Classy organization and they all have one thing in common -- all of them benefit San Diego charities. Tue, 26 May 2009 15:52:00 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=39 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=38 Some of the animals at the San Diego Humane Society are themselves volunteers. As part of a Pet-Assisted Therapy program, puppies, kittens and even guinea pigs help cheer up ill and elderly people in San Diego. Tue, 26 May 2009 14:23:38 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=38 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=37 The homeless are often ignored and, at best, tolerated in American society. But because of the struggling economy, many San Diegans are facing the harsh reality of life on the streets for the first time. Tue, 26 May 2009 13:58:00 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=37 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=36 Students might not agree on their favorite subject in school, but they usually know what they like the least: homework. But that concept is changing thanks to the volunteers working with a homework helpers program. Tue, 26 May 2009 13:44:30 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=36 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=35 Volunteers help visually-impaired students make pottery at the San Diego Blind Community Center. Tue, 26 May 2009 13:03:02 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=35 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=34 JMS student reporters used Twitter to interview San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders about how he thinks San Diegans rate as volunteers. Click on the box to read his replies. Tue, 26 May 2009 12:40:44 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=34 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=33 When President Obama called upon Americans to volunteer their service to get the country back on track, did San Diegans respond? Students in the School of Journalism and Media Studies at SDSU found many who already had. Tue, 26 May 2009 12:09:53 -0700 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=33 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=26 After years of struggling to maintain enlistment numbers, all branches of the military are reporting an increase in recruitment. With unemployment numbers at a 16-year high, many speculate the rough economy is pushing young people to sign up. Christine Lippincott has the story. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:47:30 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=26 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=25 Your compact fluorescent light bulb may be eco-friendly, but it's also hazardous waste. JMS Reports' Kira Gilmore has what the EPA thinks you should know. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:14:59 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=25 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=24 SDSU is no longer prescribing ADHD medication. JMS Reports' Kira Gilmore finds out why--and how this decision affects students. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:53:00 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=24 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=23 The road to college starts in the third grade for some San Diego County students. The Barrio Logan College Institute helps prepare kids for higher education who may not otherwise get there. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:36:06 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=23 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=22 A local outdoor art exhibit is global in scope but personal in the environmental message it delivers through more than 40 perspectives on conservation. Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:13:46 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=22 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=20 A small neighborhood east of Mission Valley is generating some big money for the City of San Diego. Three years ago the city council declared Grantville to be a blighted area in order to get redevelopment funds. But some Grantville residents and business owners are questioning how it is being spent. Sun, 14 Dec 2008 19:09:15 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=20 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=19 Black Friday is known as one of the most profitable days for businesses and to consumers it is the best time to find deals for the holidays. But this year shoppers practiced restraint, a sign of uncertainty about the current economy. Sun, 14 Dec 2008 16:23:00 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=19 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=18 The passing of Proposition 8 has created controversy among many San Diegans. On November 15th, thousands marched down the streets to protest the ban on same sex marriage. Sun, 14 Dec 2008 16:15:14 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=18 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=17 Did you know that there are more tigers as household pets than in the wild? Animal smuggling is a big problem in the United States, especially in California. Hayley Jackson-Weber takes a look at how one local woman is making a difference in the lives of rescued exotic pets. Sun, 14 Dec 2008 14:38:55 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=17 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=16 While the holidays are just around the corner, the season of giving may not be as generous this year. And with the economy at a historic low, many San Diegans are facing an uncertain future. Hayley Jackson-Weber looks at how these tough times are affecting a local food bank, and what that means for those who rely on it. Sun, 14 Dec 2008 14:24:20 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=16 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=15 As small businesses take a fall, one man tries to keep his coffee shop afloat in uneasy waters. Brandon Stone tells the story of balancing bagels and budgets. Sun, 14 Dec 2008 13:57:26 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=15 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=14 Forty huge globes made their way to Balboa Park in November to inform people about Global Warming in a fun way. They started in Chicago and are now on a global tour. Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:33:43 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=14 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=13 Both sides of the campaign for and against Proposition 8, the constitutional amendment to ban gay marriage, effectively energized many college students to become political activists, through the use of YouTube videos, Facebook postings and other new media geared toward younger people. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:31:43 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=13 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=12 The quest for finding ways to save energy with fluorescent light bulbs has created a new problem: The bulbs contain small amounts of mercury, a neurotoxin. Manufacturers and federal government haven't find effective ways to get Americans to recycle them properly. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:50:35 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=12 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=11 For many young students, the gap between high school and college seems insurmountable. An agreement between SDSU and the Sweetwater Union High school District helps bridge that gap by giving guaranteed admission to qualified students and helping them navigate the process. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:39:27 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=11 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=10 The next president will ultimately be the military's next boss. Both presidential candidates offer their solution on foreign policy and are vying for women's votes. So what do the wives of military personnel have to say about the election? Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:24:04 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=10 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=9 As foreclusure rates rise and jobs are lost across the nation, some charities are worried that tough times may equal fewer donations going into the holidays. But one successful charity event in San Diego has reinforced the spirit of giving. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:30:18 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=9 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=8 Weeks after a nighttime stabbing near an SDSU parking lot, at least one student plans to heed advice to avoid partying around campus on Halloween night. But is there really anything to worry about? What do police expect? Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:31:37 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Video.php?ID=8 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=6 Both of California's green propositions were defeated on Nov. 4, so where is the state headed to ensure it utilizes clean energy? Mon, 01 Dec 2008 12:38:33 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=6 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=4 Before changing the state Constitution to define marriage as "The union between a man and a woman," Prop 8 was a heated debate among California residents. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:43:49 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=4 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=3 An innovative partnership between San Diego State University and South County's public high schools is giving students an opportunity to become the first people in their families to attend college. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:27:27 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/Slideshow.php?ID=3 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=2 Halloween is usually a time for tricks and treats, but with the recent campus stabbing on everyone's mind, safety is a concern for many. Hayley Jackson-Weber takes a look at what precautions San Diego State University police are taking for Halloween 2008. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:15:55 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=2 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=1 The cost of student loans continues to rise, making students and staff both wonder how future classes will be able to afford their education. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:01:39 -0800 http://www.jmsreports.org/Pages/NewsArticle.php?ID=1