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IID Board Approves Funding Water Conservation Programs
-Editorial The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) Board of Directors approved a significant budget amendment on June 2, authorizing additional funding for agricultural water conservation programs linked to ongoing federal efforts to protect the Colorado River system and stabilize water levels…
Mexico Launches Investment Promotions Office to Streamline Permitting and Reduce Bureaucracy
-Editorial President Claudia Sheinbaum said Tuesday that a new presidential Office for Investment Promotion is designed to reduce corruption, digitize government procedures, and accelerate the approval of investment projects. Sheinbaum said the office will initially handle projects exceeding 2 billion…
IID’s Shift & Save Program Surpasses 2,000 Customers; Enrollment Remains Open
-Editorial The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) continues to encourage customers across the Imperial and Coachella Valleys to enroll in its Shift & Save Time-of-Use rate program, which offers customers greater control over their energy use and the potential for long-term…
CBP Announces New Restrictions on Bicycles, E-Bikes, and Scooters at Calexico Ports of Entry
-Editorial U.S. Customs and Border Protection has announced a new safety policy affecting bicycles, electric bicycles, scooters, electric scooters, and other personal transportation devices at the Calexico Ports of Entry, with implementation set for June 15, 2026. Under the revised…
American Society of Mexico Proposes Bilateral Anti-Crime Pact During 250th U.S. Independence Gala
-Editorial The American Society of Mexico proposed creating a formal bilateral anti-crime treaty between Mexico and the United States to combat organized crime, fentanyl trafficking, and money laundering during a gala marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. The proposal…
Provino to Host 20th Edition of Viñedos en Flor Festival in Valle de Guadalupe
-Editorial Provino Baja California will hold the 20th edition of its “Fiesta de los Viñedos en Flor,” a family-oriented wine and agriculture festival that also serves as a fundraising event for community infrastructure projects in the Valle de Guadalupe region.…
CESPM Marks World Environment Day with Call for Water Conservation
-Editorial In observance of World Environment Day on June 5, the State Public Services Commission of Mexicali (CESPM) reaffirmed its commitment to protecting natural resources. It encouraged residents to strengthen efforts to conserve water and properly dispose of waste. World…
Baja California Governor Highlights Press Freedom and Transparency Ahead of Mexico’s Freedom of Expression Day
-Editorial In advance of Mexico’s Freedom of Expression Day, observed annually on June 7, the Government of Baja California hosted a special gathering honoring journalists, publishers, editors, and media professionals from across the region. The event, held at Salón Teotihuacán…
House Approves Iran War Powers Resolution Challenging Trump’s Military Authority
-Editorial The U.S. House of Representatives approved a War Powers Resolution on Wednesday aimed at ending U.S. military involvement in the ongoing conflict with Iran, marking the first time the chamber has voted to halt the military campaign that began…
Imperial County Supervisors To Consider Data Center Moratorium
-Editorial After more than two hours of public testimony and board discussion, the Imperial County Board of Supervisors declined to act on the original data center development proposal, instead directing staff and County Counsel to return at their June 16…