-Editorial With a three-run rally in the eighth inning, the Yaquis de Obregón defeated Los Águilas 3-1, securing the first game of the ‘Caribbean Series’ played at El Nido as part of the second half of the ARCO Mexican Pacific League presented by Caliente. mx. The Águilas were the first …
December, 2024
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6 December
Federal Health Safety Nets Face Uncertainty Under Trump Administration
-Editorial As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, crucial federal health programs are facing the threat of significant budget cuts. The new administration, seeking to reduce inflation and national debt, is likely to target Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). These …
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6 December
Senator Steve Padilla Introduces Senate Bill 10 to Fund Tijuana River Remediation Efforts
-Editorial On the opening day of the 2025/2026 legislative session, Senator Steve Padilla (D-San Diego) introduced Senate Bill 10, a legislation aimed at creating a permanent source of funding for the much-needed remediation of the Tijuana River Valley. The bill proposes to allocate funds from the newly established toll road …
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6 December
Kurt Honold Highlights Bilateral Ties at California-Mexico Business Forum
-Editorial During his participation as a speaker at the California-Mexico Business Forum, Secretary of Economy and Innovation Kurt Honold Morales highlighted the excellent relationship with California and the significant opportunities to strengthen the ties between Baja California’s business sector and its counterparts in Los Angeles. The event, held on December …
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5 December
California Legislature Convenes Special Session to Defend State Values Against Federal Overreach
-Editorial In response to potential federal policy shifts under the incoming administration, California Governor Gavin Newsom convened a special legislative session to fortify the state’s ability to protect its economy, civil rights, environmental standards, and social services. The session aims to establish a new litigation fund designed to address federal …
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4 December
Dr. Todd Finnell Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award for Contributions to Education Technology
-Editorial The Imperial County Office of Education (ICOE) is proud to announce that Dr. Todd Finnell, County Superintendent of Schools, has been honored with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award by the California IT in Education (CITE) association. This distinguished award recognizes individuals who have made significant, lasting contributions to the …
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4 December
President Sheinbaum Announces 12% Increase to Minimum Wage in 2025
-Editorial In a move signaling the Mexican government’s continued commitment to improving labor conditions, President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced a 12% increase in the national minimum wage for 2025. This adjustment will raise the daily minimum wage from 248.93 pesos to 278.80 pesos across Mexico, and from 374.89 pesos to …
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4 December
County of Imperial Moves Forward with GREAT Gateway to Lithium Valley Project
-Editorial The Imperial County Board of Supervisors ratified the submittal of an application to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the Community Change Grant Program, advancing the transformative GREAT Gateway to Lithium Valley Project in Niland, California at their Dec. 3rd regular meeting. This initiative aims to position the region …
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3 December
Driving a Zero-Emissions Mobility Strategy for the Californias
-Editorial The Secretariat of Economy and Innovation (SEI) of Baja California, in collaboration with the United States Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT), hosted the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Planning Forum at Xochicalco University, Tijuana campus. The event aimed to develop a zero-emissions mobility strategy for California, Baja California, and Baja California …
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3 December
IID Kicks off Holiday Season with its First Festival of Lights
-Editorial The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is excited to offer its first Festival of Lights, a drive through Christmas lights display at the IV Fairgrounds — perfect for families and a new holiday tradition brought to you by IID that is guaranteed to spread the power of Christmas, lifting spirits …
