-Editorial Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond Provino’s control, the 3rd Vino Sin Fronteras Festival, originally scheduled for Saturday, June 29, has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 5, 2024, at Club Campestre Tijuana. Tickets will remain valid for the new date. If you need a refund, you can request it within …
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Biden Offers Pathway to Citizenship for 500,000 Undocumented Immigrants
-Editorial The Biden administration announced a new policy that will provide a pathway to citizenship for roughly half a million immigrants married to American citizens and their children who currently lack legal status. This initiative is one of President Joe Biden’s most comprehensive immigration policies and comes in response to …
Read More »Small Business Owners Voice Frustration with Economy and Politicians Ahead of 2024 Election
-Editorial Less than six months from the 2024 U.S. elections, a significant majority of small business owners are expressing profound disappointment with the economy and the performance of their elected officials. According to Alignable’s Spring 2024 Political Report, many entrepreneurs feel burdened by current tax policies, regulations, and economic challenges, …
Read More »Skull Valley: Inside the Deadly Journey of Migrants and the Ongoing Fight to Save Lives
-Editorial Under the intense 108-degree heat of the Ocotillo desert, near the border fence, a group of journalists and law enforcement agents from both sides of the border walked nearly two miles across the unforgiving terrain. This harsh journey, though grueling, pales in comparison to the thousands of kilometers that …
Read More »Governor Orders More Hydration Points in Baja California Amid Heat Wave
-Editorial In response to rising temperatures in the region, the Governor of Baja California, Marina del Pilar Avila Olmeda, has ordered the reinforcement of hydration points throughout the state as part of the inter-institutional campaign “Safe Summer.” This initiative aims to ensure the availability of water and other necessary hydration …
Read More »After Years of Transformation, Where is Medi-Cal Headed?
-Editorial Although California reached its lowest uninsured rate in 2022, access barriers to timely, quality, and equitable health care remain for many Californians. These access gaps result in health disparities, as people from underserved groups — particularly low-income individuals and people of color — experience higher rates of illness and …
Read More »IVEDC’s Economic and Energy Summit Showcases Imperial Valley’s Renewable Energy Potential and Investment Opportunities
-Editorial The Imperial Valley Economic Development Corporation (IVEDC) concluded a successful three-day Economic and Energy Summit, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to discuss the vast economic and energy potential of the region. Held from June 12-14, the summit highlighted the strategic advantages and opportunities that make Imperial Valley …
Read More »Supervisors Renew Mental Health Partnership with Brawley Schools
-Editorial The Imperial County Board of Supervisors approved a three-year renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Imperial County Behavioral Health Services (ICBHS) and Brawley Union High School District (BUHSD) at their June 11 meeting. Effective from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2026, this agreement aims to enhance …
Read More »Accessing Care: Challenges for Alzheimer’s Patients in Rural Communities
-Editorial As more people live longer lives, more Californians will face living with Alzheimer’s disease than ever before. The number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRDs) is projected to double over the next 20 years. Californians living in rural and remote regions face additional challenges in …
Read More »Art Basel 2024 Triumphs with Record Sales and Vibrant Global Participation
-Editorial The 2024 edition of Art Basel’s flagship show in Basel concluded triumphantly, featuring highly praised presentations from 285 galleries representing 40 countries and territories. Reporting robust sales across all market sectors throughout the week, the event showcased the vibrancy and resilience of the global art market. Among the 285 …
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