-Editorial The Federal Reserve announced its first interest rate cut since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic on Sept. 18. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to lower its benchmark rate by half a percentage point, reducing the federal funds rate to a range between 4.75% and 5%. …
September, 2024
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21 September
Rise in Impersonation Scams Poses Significant Threat, Warns FTC
-Editorial Did someone tell you to move or transfer your money to “protect” it? Did they claim to be from a government agency like the FTC or the Social Security Administration, or a well-known company like your bank, Amazon, or Microsoft? If so, you’ve likely encountered a scam. The Federal …
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21 September
A la Parrilla Fest 2024: Grilled Delights for a Noble Cause
-Editorial If you’re a fan of grilled meats, mark October 19th on your calendar, because “A la Parrilla Fest 2024” promises to be the most anticipated culinary event of the year in Baja California. With the slogan “the best grill in Baja,” this celebration will feature delicious barbecues, live music, …
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19 September
U.S. State Department Launches Online Passport Renewal System
-Editorial The U.S. State Department has officially announced the launch of its new online passport renewal system, allowing U.S. adults to renew their passports without the need for traditional mail-in applications. This significant change aims to streamline the renewal process, making it easier and more efficient for Americans. The online …
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19 September
New Attractions Announced for Fiestas del Sol 2024
-Editorial With the promise of offering even greater attractions for Mexicali residents, Mayor Norma Bustamante, alongside FEX Director Ismael Castro, presented the official program for the 2024 edition of the Fiestas del Sol, which will take place from September 27 to October 13. “As we do every year, we aim …
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19 September
CREO MX Returns to Mexicali: Over 500 Entrepreneurs Expected for Development Event on October 8
-Editorial The Secretary of Economy and Innovation (SEI) and the Center for Competitiveness of Mexico (CCMX) have announced the second edition of CREO MX, which will take place at the Mercado Cine Curto on Tuesday, October 8, starting at 1 PM. This event aims to promote the development of entrepreneurs …
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19 September
IID Proposes New Rate for Wireless Devices on City Street Lights
-Editorial At their September 17 meeting, the Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Board of Directors addressed the challenges of energy consumption from surveillance cameras and wireless internet devices installed on city-owned street lighting poles in Imperial. The IID was notified by the City of Imperial regarding the installation of surveillance cameras …
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18 September
USCIS Extends Green Card Validity Extension to 36 Months for Green Card Renewals
-Editorial Effective Sept. 10, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services automatically extended the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) to 36 months for lawful permanent residents who file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card. Lawful permanent residents who properly file Form I-90 to renew an expiring or expired Green Card may receive this extension. …
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18 September
Governor Newsom Signs AB 2867, Aiding Holocaust Survivors in Reclaiming Stolen Art
–Editorial At the Holocaust Museum Los Angeles, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill (AB) 2867, an important piece of legislation authored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (Encino). The bill, designed to assist California residents in reclaiming art and personal property stolen during the Holocaust or due to other acts of political …
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18 September
New Lithium Extraction Tax Plan Set to Boost Economic Growth in Imperial County
-Editorial In a move poised to transform the economic landscape of Imperial County, the Board of Supervisors approved a resolution adopting the Lithium Extraction Excise Tax Funding Plan. This initiative follows the enactment of Senate Bill No. 125 in 2022, a legislative measure designed to promote economic prosperity throughout the …
