New immigration screening process keys in on anti-American sentiment
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has launched a new screening guidance aimed at identifying “anti-Americanism” among immigrants…
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El Centro mayor’s discrimination claim rejected
Carter filed a $1 million claim against the city, saying she was denied basic resources, including an orientation manual, office access, and a…
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El Centro considers new rules for food trucks and sidewalk vendors
The proposed changes would require vendors to stay 50 feet away from corners and schools and prohibit them from operating in residential areas or…
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Local cross guard in need of the community’s help
Friends and families describe her as warm, caring, and deeply devoted to her…
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El Centro suspect accused of leaving child in hot car does not appear in court
Imperial County District Attorney’s Office says the 37-year-old man did not show up due to medical…
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Prosecution shares audio evidence in case of Yuma accused of abusing a child
More evidence was shown to the jury Wednesday in the trial of a Yuma man accused of abusing a…
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FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY: Extreme heat warning in effect across the desert
An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for both Yuma and Imperial Counties until 8 p.m. Friday for the major heat risks and highs up to 115…
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North Carolina man arrested following gas explosion
Authorities say 46-year-old Jason Lee Beach of Wilmington has been charged with DWI-felony serious injury, possession of drug paraphernalia, hit and…
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City of El Centro announces third year of First Responders Wall engraving
Applications must be submitted to the City of El Centro Economic Development Division, located at 1249 W. Main Street, by September 12, and the cost…
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SILVER ALERT: Teodoro Sanchez
According to a press release, Sanchez, 79, was reported missing on August 12 after his family said he last spoke with them earlier this…
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El Centro Motors holds blood drive for Imperial Valley residents
About a dozen employee, including sales people and administrative staff, joined in contributing to the San…
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San Diego man faces uncertain future after being detained by ICE
As the Trump administration plans for the expansion of immigration detention facilities, one San Diego man, who is married to a U.S. citizen and has…
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Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. deported to Mexico following his arrest in Los Angeles
Arrest documents from Mexico’s National Detention Registry show Chavez was transferred from a border checkpoint to police custody Monday and jailed…
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U.S. to screen immigrants for ‘anti-American’ views
Authorities say this includes an expanded social media check. They say immigration officers will look for “any involvement in anti-American or…
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Prep Football team previews: Central Spartans
After last season’s high hopes came to a screeching halt with a Division III semifinal loss in the CIF San Diego Section playoffs, the Central…
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ICSO welcome three new K9s
ICSO has introduced three new K9s that will assist in the fight against crime throughout the…
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Home Grown: Highlighting pest control meeting
Over 30 pest control advisors and eight University of Arizona extension educators shared updates on their latest…
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IID’s Tree for All program returns this fall
This fall, IID will plant 1,300 trees for residential customers. To ensure fairness, participants will be selected through a lottery system, with…
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Two raptors get a second chance at Yuma Wildlife Center
Two raptors are getting a second chance at Vida Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center in Yuma after being transferred from a facility in Lake…
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Onvida Health launches Psychiatry Residency Program
This marks the third residency program at Onvida Health, joining existing programs in family and sports…
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