-Editorial Born in Brawley, California, Bella Estrada has been building a career in film and television, fueled by her passion and dedication. Her father, Alfredo Estrada, serves as the Assistant Fire Chief in the City of Montebello, and her mother, Brenda, owns Nana’s Kitchen, a popular restaurant in Imperial, California. …
August, 2024
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7 August
Calexico Chamber of Commerce Returns to Boost Business Representation
-Editorial In what is seen as good news for the local business community, the Calexico Chamber of Commerce will soon be active once again. This move marks an important moment for Calexico’s commercial, industrial, and civic sectors as they will be given a robust voice in city affairs. The Chamber, …
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6 August
Ending AIDS by 2030 is Possible with Increased Resources and Human Rights Protection
-Editorial A new UNAIDS report underscores that ending the AIDS pandemic by 2030 is achievable but hinges on critical actions by world leaders. The report, The Urgency of Now: AIDS at a Crossroads, reveals that the next few months will be pivotal in determining whether global targets are met. Despite …
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6 August
CEPC Issues Heat Advisory: Public Urged to Take Precautions During “Canícula”
-Editorial The State Civil Protection Coordination (CEPC) is sounding the alarm about the scorching temperatures forecasted for the coming days, particularly in the region’s desert areas. CEPC head Salvador Cervantes Hernández explained that this spike in heat is due to the “canícula,” the hottest period of the year. He stressed …
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5 August
Baja California Congress Approves Promotion of Regenerative Agriculture
-Editorial In order to establish that the Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development promote regenerative agriculture and also provide information on programs, support, and rights for those involved in agricultural processes, the Plenary of the XXIV Legislature approved the reforms proposed by Deputies Daylín García Ruvalcaba and César Adrián González …
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5 August
Department of Water Resources Releases 2023 State Water Project Delivery Capability Report
-Editorial The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has unveiled its final 2023 State Water Project (SWP) Delivery Capability Report, highlighting an urgent need for infrastructure upgrades amid changing climate conditions. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of current and future expectations for SWP water supply, projecting a potential reduction …
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3 August
Migrant Workers Speak Out Against Escalating Political Hate Speech
-Editorial With the 2024 elections in full swing, anti-immigrant rhetoric is growing increasingly ugly, with elected officials from former President Trump to down-ballot candidates referring to immigrants as criminals, mentally ill, and “garbage.” This political hate- speech has real-world consequences, fueling racial and ethnic tensions and spreading fear, pain, and …
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3 August
SummerFest Returns to The Conrad
-Editorial La Jolla Music Society’s annual SummerFest returns to The Conrad from July 26 to August 24, 2024, bringing world-class musicians to La Jolla for four weeks of thrilling concerts. Music Director Inon Barnatan, returning for his sixth consecutive year, has created an exciting program titled “Inside Stories.” “This year, …
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2 August
GSA Awards $174M for Calexico Port Expansion Final Phase
-Editorial The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has announced a significant advancement in the modernization and expansion of the Calexico West Land Port of Entry, one of the busiest crossing points between the United States and Mexico. Hensel Phelps Construction Company has been selected for the final phase of the …
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2 August
Over Half of Californians Support Fining Parents for Children’s School Absences
-Editorial A recent study reveals that more than half of Californians support fining parents for their children’s school absences, with an average suggested fine of $22 per day. The survey, conducted by Test Prep Insight, included 3,000 parents and highlighted significant opinions on the issue of student absenteeism and mental …
