-Editorial According to preliminary insights from Mastercard SpendingPulseTM, U.S. retail sales excluding automotive increased +3.1% year-over-year this holiday season, running from November 1 through December 24. Mastercard SpendingPulse measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment and is not adjusted for inflation. “This holiday season, the consumer …

-Editorial As the 36th State Assembly District election nears, five Democratic candidates gathered on December 28th to discuss issues impacting the Imperial Valley. Hosted at the Prestige Event Center in Heber, the event offered a platform for candidates to present their stances on key topics and engage in constructive dialogue …