Reopening of “El Chaparral” port of entry registers 20 people crossing in first few hours

Today on January 9, 2023, border crossing operations resumed at the Ped-West port of entry. Also known as “El Chaparral”, this port of entry closed its gates three years ago. The Ped-West port of entry was closed in April 2020, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This week US authorities resumed operations here, in order to […]

January 9, 2023 at 1:16 PM PST

NASA shares spectacular view of Baja California from space

SpaceX Crew Dragon is an important space capsule that is able to support up to 7 astronauts. This spaceship is very special as it is expected that it used for flights by American space tourism company Space Adventure to take tourists to the planned space station Axiom Space. In addition, National Aeronautics and Space Administration […]

January 9, 2023 at 9:12 AM PST

Construction of Universidad Intercultural progresses in San Quintin

Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, the governor of Baja California, supervised the construction progress at Universidad Intercultural de San Quintin, which will have an education model that will prioritize inclusion, especially for the native people of Baja California and other Mexican regions. Marina del Pilar highlighted and thanked the coordination with the federal government, led […]

January 8, 2023 at 9:58 PM PST

Quality and flavor: discover the wine industry of Baja California

On the newest episode of “Baja Window To The South” we learn all about the wine industry of Baja California: its beginnings, the number of current wineries in the state, and their quality and worldwide renown. Regarding arts and culture, Denitza García interviews sculptor and artist Enrique Avilez who told us what inspires him to […]

January 8, 2023 at 9:49 PM PST

Marina del Pilar guarantees water and a higher budget for San Quintin

Led by the first Corazón por Delante Campaign of 2023 in San Quintin, the governor of Baja California, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, guaranteed a higher budget to improve the lives of families in this municipality. In her speech to the society of San Quintin, Marina del Pilar highlighted that the year that begins represents […]

January 7, 2023 at 8:26 PM PST

Tijuana and Rosarito beaches will remain closed due to high tide

Authorities from the city of Tijuana recommend people to abstain from going to the beach due to the strong waves that have been occurring in the last few days in order to prevent accidents. Civil Protection warns the population to not go to the beach due to the high tide that has been seen in […]

January 7, 2023 at 5:06 PM PST

Baja California is one of the biggest job creators in Mexico: Marina del Pilar

The National Institute of Geography and Statistics (INEGI) confirmed that Baja California, under the governorship of Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, is ranked among the first places in all of Mexico when it comes to job creation in the industry. The organization explains that in the first ten months of 2022, Baja California created 27,438 […]

January 6, 2023 at 9:15 PM PST

Baja California breaks Guinness Record for biggest rosca in the world

They did it! Students of Universidad Vizcaya in Mexicali were looking to break the Guinness Record of the Longest Bread Line in the World by making Rosca de Reyes, as Three Kings’ Day is celebrated today and, happily, they were up to the challenge! The university posted on their social media pages that they were […]

January 6, 2023 at 7:07 PM PST

Alternative Approach cancer treatment in Tijuana

Immunity Therapy Center (ITC), whose headquarters are located in the city of Tijuana, offers a different path to fight against ailments caused by cancer. Each treatment program is specially designed to treat the needs of each patient who has decided to get treated at these facilities. ITC treatments distinguish themselves for their non-invasive methods, effective […]

January 6, 2023 at 6:41 PM PST

Warning issued for high tide and flood risk in coasts of Baja California

Due to high tide in Baja Californian coasts, mainly in Playas de Rosarito, authorities of the State Coordination of Civil Protection Agency of Baja California warned people about flood risks at the Pacific shores. The governor of Baja California, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, and the Secretary of the Interior, Catalino Zavala Márquez, have instructed […]

January 6, 2023 at 1:59 PM PST

Marina del Pilar recognizes work by Baja Californian police

Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, the governor of Baja California, led an event to celebrate the Day of the Police Officer where 500 agents were the highlight of the work carried out every day in favor of families’ safety. She also confirmed the delivery of economic aid provided by the Secretariat of the Economy of […]

January 5, 2023 at 10:10 PM PST

New Shake Shack location will arrive in San Diego

Shake Shack is an American fast-food chain where they offer hamburgers, hot dogs, and, of course, shakes. San Diego will welcome another one of its branches, which means residents will be able to enjoy their favorite dishes. This new located is located where Souplantation used to be, in the corner of Mira Mesa Shopping Center […]

January 5, 2023 at 6:26 PM PST

Amazing peninsular train that will connect Tijuana with Los Cabos would be ready in 4 years

The Baja California peninsula is, without a doubt, an attractive tourist destination for thousands of people. However, it doesn’t have a railway that goes through all of its length, something that has been considered, and could very soon become a reality. Federal representative Alfredo Porras revealed that the peninsular train project has been moving forward. […]

January 5, 2023 at 3:40 PM PST

San Diego beaches close due to pollution after rains

San Diego County health authorities warned the population about the risk of going into the waters at Imperial Beach, La Jolla, Silver Strand, Ocean Beach, and Tijuana Sough coasts, after high levels of bacteria were detected in the water. Due to this, beach access has been closed. This pollution is due to the wastewater coming […]

January 5, 2023 at 2:53 PM PST

US issues warning and asks Americans not to travel to Sinaloa

On Thursday, January 5, at around 4:30 AM, conflicts between Mexican authorities and criminal groups in Culiacan, Sinaloa began. This occurred after Ovidio Guzmán, son of “El Chapo” Guzmán was arrested. Due to this, Culiacan International Airport was closed and flights were cancelled to and from this conflict zone. There were even some flights that […]

January 5, 2023 at 12:50 PM PST

Marina del Pilar will double the number of security state agents in her administration in Baja California

Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, the governor of Baja California, announced the strengthening of the state security strategy where she will double the number of security agents in her administration, creating a yearly hiring framework for more agents on the State Security Citizen Forces (FESC). During the first 2023 edition of “Wednesday Morning Press Conference […]

January 4, 2023 at 8:28 PM PST

Ped-West border crossing from Tijuana to San Ysidro will open on Monday, January 9

Next Monday, January 9, 2023, the Pedestrian West facility at the San Ysidro Port of Entry will open. Better known as the PedWest port of entry from Tijuana to San Ysidro, it will be opened with limited hours of operation from 6 AM to 2 PM, according a statement released by U.S. Customs and Border […]

January 4, 2023 at 5:46 PM PST

Forget going all the way to Big Bear; enjoy a snowy paradise in San Diego

California is one of people’s favorite places due to its incredible weather in spring and summer which is ideal to go to the beach, and in winter, many of its mountains are covered in snow which creates the ideal conditions to enjoy the cold and partake in some wintery sports. The only bad thing about […]

January 4, 2023 at 4:18 PM PST

Carnitas, among the best gastronomic dishes in the world

Food is one of the best excuses to create relationships or meet new places. A meal can close a deal, it works as a birthday gift, and can even improve anyone’s mood. As such, there is always an ongoing discussion on what the best dish is or what is the best gastronomy in the world. […]

January 4, 2023 at 11:52 AM PST

Marina del Pilar promotes education in Baja California in cooperation with federal government

Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, the governor of Baja California, was invited to the regional meeting held by the Secretariat of Public Education and Educational Authorities of Federal Entities which took place in the city of Tijuana and was presided by the head of the Secretariat of Public Education (SEP), Leticia Ramírez Amaya. In her […]

January 3, 2023 at 9:33 PM PST