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Hello Kitty Café Truck Returns to Chula Vista in February 2026
Visitors can expect a treasure trove of official Sanrio collectibles and a sweet selection of Hello Kitty-themed treats
Rosarito Unanimously Approves Mayor’s 2026 Public Works Program
Mayor Rocío Adame’s proposals received unanimous approval from the Rosarito City Hall.
Chula Vista Pushes Ahead With Long-Awaited University Plans
After years of planning, state and local officials say the first phase of the project is now moving forward.
Permanent Resident Charged With Smuggling Migrants at San Ysidro
The case is one of 88 border-related filings announced this week by federal prosecutors in Southern California.
Julieta Venegas Opens Norteña Tour With Show in Tijuana
The Tijuana show marks a return to the city Julieta Venegas has long described as central to who she is and how she makes music.
Citywide Cleanup Brings Street and Lighting Upgrades to Tijuana
City crews worked across several neighborhoods this week, clearing debris and making targeted infrastructure improvements.
Trump Threatens Use of Insurrection Act in Minnesota
If invoked, the measure would allow the president to deploy active-duty troops or federalize the National Guard for domestic law enforcement.
Baja California Opens the Door to Alcohol Sales at Cinemas and Theaters
Movie theaters and live performance venues in Baja California will soon be allowed to sell alcohol, following a legislative reform approved by the state congress.
Long-Delayed Drainage Project Completed in Mexicali
A storm drainage project completed in Ampliación Solidaridad Social is designed to prevent water accumulation that has affected the neighborhood for decades.
Rosarito Crews Respond to House Fire in Los Ramos
City firefighters and social services quickly assisted a family after a fire destroyed their home in Rosarito’s Los Ramos neighborhood.
U.S. to Suspend Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries
The policy affects countries across Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Caribbean, including Colombia, Cuba, Nicaragua, Brazil, and Uruguay.
Tijuana Sees Strong Start to Property Tax Collections
City officials say early property tax payments have pushed Tijuana’s collections past 198 million pesos in the first 11 days of January.
U.S. Embassy Reports Sharp Drop in Illegal Border Crossings
Alongside lower border encounters, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico reported that more than 605,000 people have been deported since Trump returned to office.
Rosarito Launches Push to Simplify Permits, Back Local Businesses
Playas de Rosarito officials have created interagency working groups to streamline business permitting and promote economic growth.
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.