Imperial County reacts to Southern California experiencing 5.2 magnitude earthquake
USGS says it happened after 10:00 a.m. Monday, with El Centro being one of the places affected by the…
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At least 30 firefighters in Imperial County battle active building fire
According to the El Centro Fire Department (ECFD), the fire was reported before 6:00 p.m. Saturday at a former home improvement center and lumber…
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Medical professionals introduce first-of-its-kind mobile Autism diagnosis unit
A first-of-its-kind mobile diagnosis unit, called George and Audrey is hitting the road. Come May, it’ll be staffed with clinical professionals…
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El Centro issues 45 day ban on tobacco retailers
In recent years, El Centro has seen more tobacco shops popping up around…
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Agents arrest US citizens for smuggling children through Highway 86 checkpoint
Two women were arrested after attempting to smuggle two children into the United States, according to U.S. Border…
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City of El Centro selects candidates to interview for council seat
The El Centro City Council has announced the top eight candidates moving forward to the interview stage to fill a vacant…
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Fiesta del Valle Flavor Friday Returns to El Centro
The free event runs from 4 to 10 p.m. this Friday, April 11, at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sports Pavilion parking…
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El Centro road work targets safer streets, crosswalks, and pedestrian access
Crews are working on multiple intersections across town as part of two major infrastructure improvement efforts: the Community Development Block…
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IID celebrates Earth Day by highlighting renewable resources
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) says it’s celebrating Earth Day by highlighting its focus on entirely renewable…
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Construction underway at several intersections in El Centro
Work is happening now at Ocotillo and Allen Drive, as well as Octoillo Drive and Waterman Avenue. Crews are also active along Imperial Avenue,…
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Fiesta del Valle Flavor Friday returns to El Centro
The free event runs from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sports Pavilion parking lot, located at 770 Park…
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Calexico PD wears patches for Autism Awareness Month
CPD say in the past they have shown awareness by putting ribbons on their police vehicles, but this time they have designed their own Autism…
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Suspect with criminal record arrested for assault with a deadly weapon
A 46-year old Calexico man was arrested Sunday morning after his wife claims he assaulted her and made threats to kill her leading to a five-hour…
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First responders hit the field in charity flag football tournament
Hosted at Cal Jones Field in El Centro, the annual First Responders Flag Football Tournament brought together firefighters, law enforcement, and…
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Calexico kicks off 117th anniversary with Easter egg hunt and community festivities
The event featured over 10,000 Easter eggs, live music, food vendors, and a visit from the Easter Bunny, and it was all free to the…
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Mexicali suspect arrested for extortion at the Calexico Port of Entry
The Calexico Police Department (CPD) says the suspect handed a note to a teller where he claimed he was part of an organized crime group and demanded…
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Festivities for Calexico’s 117th Anniversary gear up
The city is celebrating its history through art, creativity, and community, starting with a brand new mural that will welcome visitors to the…
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Brawley Police brings more attention to Autism in the Valley
The Brawley Police Department held their annual Autism Awareness Horse Ride, an initiative dedicated to promoting awareness and support for…
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City of El Centro opens applications for councilmember
The City of El Centro is looking for a new city councilmember after the former mayor resigned last…
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Brawley murder suspect pleads no contest
25-year-old Brandon Hamlin had his readiness conference last week, where he pleaded no contest to the four charges. Two of them are premeditated…
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