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Newsom Signs New Laws Strengthening California’s Oversight of Artificial Intelligence
-Editorial Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills establishing new oversight and auditing requirements for artificial intelligence systems in California, expanding the state’s regulatory framework as the technology becomes more widely used in government, business, and other sectors. Senate Bill 813…
Imperial Valley Celebrates Mexican Independence with Weekend Events
-Editorial The sounds of mariachi and folkloric music accompanied Mexican Independence Day celebrations across the Imperial Valley over the weekend, as residents gathered for two days of cultural performances, food, and the traditional Grito ceremony. The Mexican Consulate coordinated events…
U.S.-China Trade Tensions Raise Questions for Mexican Manufacturers
-Editorial The United States’ efforts to raise concerns about trade imbalances with China at the Group of 20 could affect Mexican manufacturers that rely on Asian components while exporting finished products to the U.S. market. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent…
Mexico Unveils 2027 Economic Package Focused on Spending and Fiscal Discipline
-Editorial Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration presented its proposed 2027 economic package, outlining increased spending on education, health, security and agriculture while projecting economic growth of 1.5% and 2.5%. The proposal, submitted to Congress, does not include new taxes and…
Imperial Valley and Mexicali Strengthen Cross-Border Economic and Infrastructure Collaboration
-Editorial Transportation infrastructure, education, workforce development and economic growth took center stage Sept. 10 as representatives from Imperial County and Mexicali gathered at Universidad Xochicalco in Mexicali for the latest Imperial-Mexicali Binational Alliance meeting. The gathering brought together organizations from…
New Public Charge Policy Raises Concerns Among Immigrant Advocates
-Editorial A new Trump administration public charge policy is set to take effect Sept. 18, changing how federal immigration officials evaluate whether certain immigrants seeking permanent residency could become dependent on government assistance. Immigration advocates and attorneys say the changes…
CBP to Pause Northbound Traffic at Three Ports For 9/11 Observance
-Editorial U.S. Customs and Border Protection will briefly halt northbound traffic Friday morning at three land ports of entry to mark the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, the agency’s San Diego Field Office said. The pause is…
Calexico Moves Toward Permanent Citywide Ban on New Data Centers
-Editorial After a marathon session that almost ran into midnight, the Calexico City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance banning new data centers citywide, taking a definitive step toward a permanent prohibition across all zoning districts. The ordinance…
United Toyota Hosts Summer Celebration to Kick Off Alzheimer’s Walk Season
-Editorial United Toyota Valle Imperial hosted a summer celebration on Aug. 21 to kick off the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s season, bringing community members together to raise awareness and build momentum for efforts supporting Alzheimer’s care, fundraising, education and…
San Diego Mayor Leads Trade Mission to Japan and Marks 70 Years of Yokohama Partnership
-Editorial San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria traveled to Japan as part of a regional trade mission aimed at strengthening economic ties and marking the 70th anniversary of San Diego’s sister-city relationship with Yokohama. Gloria traveled with Rep. Scott Peters and…