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Mexican Authorities Seize More Than 4 Million Fentanyl Doses in Mexicali Operation
-Editorial Mexican authorities seized 120 kilograms of fentanyl pills, equivalent to more than 4 million doses, during an operation at a property in Mexicali that authorities said was linked to the criminal group known as “Los Rusos.” Omar García Harfuch,…
California Officials Urge Communities to Act Before Wildfires Strike
-Editorial California emergency officials urged residents to prepare for wildfires and other emergencies before disasters occur during a statewide media briefing focused on wildfire preparedness, emergency communications, and community resilience. American Community Media and California Black Media, in partnership with…
¡Viva México! Imperial Valley Celebrates Mexican Independence With Music, Culture and Tradition
-Editorial Communities throughout the Imperial Valley will celebrate Mexican Independence Day in September with a series of public events featuring live music, mariachi, folklórico dancing, food, and family activities. The celebrations are scheduled in the weeks surrounding Sept. 16, Mexico’s…
Powering Through the Peak: How IID Met Summer’s Highest Energy Demand So Far
-Editorial As extreme summer heat pushed energy use across the Imperial and Coachella Valleys, Imperial Irrigation District’s electric system reached a summer peak of 1,126 megawatts on July 24, the highest demand recorded so far this season. While customers may…
Trump Delays Tariffs on Canadian Imports
-Editorial President Donald Trump has delayed the effective date of additional tariffs on certain Canadian imports, pushing the start of the duties from Aug. 19 to Aug. 22 as the United States and Canada continue negotiations over trade measures involving…
Baja California Expands Access to Mexican Nationality Documents for U.S.-Born Children
-Editorial The Baja California government has launched a campaign to simplify the process for children and adolescents born in the United States to obtain documentation for Mexican nationality while living in the state. The “Soy México 2026” campaign allows eligible…
Hotel Investment Forum to Highlight Financing Options for Baja California Coastal Projects
-Editorial Financing, investment, and capital-structuring options for hotel projects will be among the central topics at the Binational Hotel Investment Forum for the Tijuana–Playas de Rosarito–Ensenada Coastal Corridor, scheduled for Aug. 27 at the Baja California Center. The forum will…
California Warns of Invasive Fruit Fly Threat to Agriculture and Home Gardens
-Editorial Invasive fruit flies and other non-native pests pose a significant threat to California agriculture and backyard gardens, as state agencies and local authorities continue efforts to detect and eradicate infestations. The California Department of Food and Agriculture said the…
Imperial Valley College Welcomes Interim Superintendent/President Dr. James Limbaugh
-Editorial Imperial Valley College welcomed Dr. James Limbaugh on Monday, August 3, as its interim superintendent/president, bringing more than 30 years of higher education leadership experience to the college as it continues its commitment to student success and institutional excellence. …
Lower Your Bill, Help the Grid: Practical Energy Conservation Tips
-Editorial Did you know that voluntary conservation not only helps customers lower their monthly power bill but also empowers you to take control of your expenses? By doing so, you’re also contributing to the reliability of the electric grid, helping…