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Rosarito Builds Closer Ties With Tourism Developers
City officials met with tourism developers as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen dialogue around investment, development, and property tax policy.
Smart Traffic Lights Roll Out on Key Roads in Playas de Rosarito
The upgrades will allow traffic lights to adjust in real time based on vehicle volume, easing congestion on some of the city’s busiest streets.
Trump Moves to Block Federal Funding for Sanctuary Cities
The president described the funding freeze as a measure to protect public safety and enforce federal immigration law.
Cantina de los Remedios Shuts Down, Triggering Strike
More than 30 workers say they were left without severance or unpaid wages after a longtime Tijuana cantina shut down abruptly earlier this year.
Tijuana Crews Remove More Than 60 Tons of Debris From Neighborhood Streets
City workers carried out a large-scale cleanup across two areas, hauling away heavy trash and addressing drainage and sidewalk conditions.
Coparmex Tijuana Outlines Sector Goals and Outlook for Local Businesses in 2026
Though 2026 may be challenging, the organization sees opportunities for growth and stability in the local business sector.
Mexicali Mayor Norma Bustamante Oversees Rehabilitation of Pueblo Nuevo Sports Complex
Backed by a multimillion-peso investment, the project aims to expand access to modern recreational facilities for local families.
Border Enforcement Extends Beyond Land, U.S. Embassy Says in New Video
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico warned that migrants attempting to cross outside official ports face heightened enforcement across all terrain.
San Diego Eyes Metro-Style Purple Line to Connect Key Communities
Planners are evaluating a high-capacity transit line that could connect the South Bay to major job centers.
Trump Highlights Venezuela Strike as Show of U.S. Military Power
The president described the mission as a major military success but did not provide independent confirmation of casualties or damage.
San Diego Padres Announce Job Openings Ahead of 2026 Season
The team is accepting applications for full-time and part-time positions across operations, events, and administration.
Pricing, Hours Confirmed for Tijuana’s New Fast-Lane Commuter Program
City officials say the program is designed to improve daily commutes while easing congestion at key border crossings.
Tijuana Officials, Business Leaders Push for Closer Collaboration on Growth and Services
City officials met with Coparmex Tijuana leaders this week to discuss economic development, public services, and efforts to improve quality of life.
Sheinbaum Says Call With Trump Focused on Security, Trade, and Sovereignty
Mexico’s president said the discussion emphasized cooperation and respect for sovereignty amid recent tensions.
Governor Marina del Pilar Strengthens Disability Support With Prosthetics Program
The state delivered 63 prosthetic devices in Mexicali and Tijuana as part of a multimillion-peso initiative focused on mobility and independence.
Balboa Park’s Japanese Friendship Garden Celebrates Setsubun, the Welcome of Spring
Visitors can take part in the traditional Mamemaki ceremony, tossing roasted soybeans in a ritual meant to clear out negative energy and invite a fresh start for spring.
Tijuana Opens Preregistration for Fast-Lane Border Crossing Access
Eligible workers with U.S. employment in the San Diego region can apply for expedited border access.
Japanese Tea Ceremony Returns to Balboa Park
Led by practitioners from the Urasenke school, the experience highlights the cultural significance and artistry behind this centuries-old ritual.
Macy’s Announces Closure of Historic San Diego Store
Macy's has confirmed plans to close its historic department store at Grossmont Center in La Mesa.
Mayor Norma Bustamante Opens Medical Clinic in Mexicali’s Historic Downtown
This new facility is the fifth medical dispensary established by the Municipal Government across Mexicali.