Overtime win sets up Mexico vs. U.S. Gold Cup final

However, Mexico controlled possession for the most part of a scoreless first half, creating a handful of scoring opportunities. The first one came early for El Tri. Left wing Andrés Guardado sent a left-footed shot from about 20 meters wide left in the fifth minute and Mexico had another clear shot in the 31st minute […]

April 13, 2017

Guide gets to the bottom of beers sold in Mexico

The experts analyzed products from Mexico, the United State, Europe and Asia, including well-known brands such as Corona, Dos Equis, Tecate, Budweiser, Heineken, Miller and Sapporo, among others. The Belgium brand Gouden Carolus Hopsinjoor topped the list of the 12 best industrial and artisan beers, followed by Cucapá Barley Wine, bottled in Mexicali. "It has […]

April 13, 2017

Mexico has worst record of rights abuses, expert says

TIJUANA – The remains of hundreds of would-be immigrants found in graves in northeast Mexico prove that that country is the greatest violator of the human rights of vulnerable groups, according to a leading Mexican researcher and U.N. special representative. "Behind every body found at one of these sites, which we continue to find in […]

April 13, 2017

U.S. looking for redemption against Panama

HOUSTON – They say they have put it behind them. But it might be difficult to forget a loss to a Central American rival when that same foe is the only thing in the way from a Gold Cup final. The United States will have a shot at redemption Wednesday night when it takes on […]

April 13, 2017

‘Chicharito’ on familiar turf in Gold Cup semifinal

Houston.- The shot was a lob that bounced into the lower back corner of the net. The ball had sailed over goalkeeper Nick Rimando. It was a goal sent in with the tap of the right foot of Javier "Chicharito" Hernández. That moment is tattooed in Hernandez's mind. How could he forget that goal? It […]

April 13, 2017

One-fourth of foreclosures are in District 8

San Diego.- One in four houses being foreclosed in San Diego is in the city's predominantly Latino District 8 area, according to a study by a local research and advocacy group. The finding is contained in a report that is to be released Thursday by the Center on Policy Initiatives, a labor think tank that […]

April 13, 2017

Payments to former ‘braceros’ ready to claim

The compensation the Mexican government promised to former "braceros" or farm workers who toiled in U.S. fields decades ago in now available but thousands of men have not claimed it. That's according to María Elena Espinoza, from the non-profit agency Casa Familiar, which began registering the former workers who live in San Diego County in […]

April 13, 2017

Mexico allowed to replace suspended players

HOUSTON –Mexico has been allowed to replace up to five of its suspended players in the Gold Cup and will fly three players to Houston on Monday. The region's ruling body (CONCACAF) announced through a statement late Sunday night that the Gold Cup Organizing Committee has allowed the replacements after evaluating the Mexican federation's request […]

April 13, 2017

Gas explosion injures 25 at Tijuana eatery

TIJUANA –An attempt to steal copper pipes led to a gas leak that sparked a powerful explosion Sunday morning at an eastside restaurant that injured 25 people, 11 of them seriously, authorities said. The Fire Department responded at 9:05 a.m. to a report of a gas leak at the Palacio Cantón Chinese restaurant on Avenida […]

April 13, 2017

SD Council pays tribute to champs from North Park

The North Park soccer boys are on a roll. This week the San Diego City Council publicly recognized their feats, chief among them winning the state championship in their category in March. It's the latest tribute paid to the boys and their coach, Mario Ramírez. The Major League Soccer team Chivas USA hosted them at […]

April 13, 2017

Mexico advances to semifinals in Gold Cup

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey –Mexico is supposed to be the powerhouse in the region. Many consider it to be the top team in CONCACAF, the region's governing body. El Tri didn't play the part for a little more than a half Saturday night. Mexico overcame an early deficit with two second-half scores to clinch a […]

April 13, 2017

Backup goalie gets golden chance to shine

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey –You probably won't see him on a television commercial anytime soon. He doesn't have an endorsement deal with a major corporation. He doesn't have women screaming out his name every time he steps on to the field. Alfredo Talavera is a reserved 28-year-old from the Mexican state of Jalisco. He is […]

April 13, 2017

New D.A. site gives access to active cases

San Diego.- Any person can access information about active cases being handled by the San Diego District Attorney's Office through the Internet. On Friday, District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis announced the site, which the public will be able to use to obtain basic information about any criminal case the office is handling. "It's important the members […]

April 13, 2017

Up to $50,000 available for owners facing foreclosure

A federally funded program that began early this year is providing up to $50,000 in financial assistance to California residents who have fallen on hard times and are in danger of losing their homes to foreclosure. In San Diego County, the nonprofits Community HousingWorks, Neighborhood House Association and NovaDebt are assisting with applications for the […]

April 13, 2017

Amazing truck opens residents to wonders of art

Tijuana. – On a recent afternoon a little more than 200 people were laughing out loud in front of a moving truck that was converted into a stage. "The Buffoon and the King" was being presented to the residents of Divina Providencia, an impoverished southeastern neighborhood located among canyons and streambeds with graffiti everywhere and […]

April 13, 2017

Mexican players test negative in new doping test

ELIZABETH, New Jersey – Five Mexican national team players provisionally suspended last week for a positive doping result have had their "B" samples test negative, the Mexican Futbol Federation said Tuesday. Goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa, Francisco Rodríguez, Edgar Dueñas, Antonio Naelson Sinha and Christian Bermudez tested positive for clenbuterol, a drug developed to treat breathing disorders […]

April 13, 2017

Five tons of drugs seized in blow against cartel

Tijuana – The commander of Baja California's Second Military zone, Gen. Gilberto Landeros, announced Tuesday the seizure of illegal drugs worth more than $15 million, which he called a major blow to the Sinaloa cartel. The two dozen reporters at his press conference, however, were more interested in what he had to say about Jorge […]

April 13, 2017

Voter turnout for Mexican election is in the cards

Make it easier to vote, and more people will. That's the message a group of Mexican immigrants is sending lawmakers in their native land, urging them to make a small change that could have a big impact. Mexicans living abroad were allowed to vote in Mexico's presidential election for the first time in 2006. Mexico […]

April 13, 2017

Hank Rhon to be investigated in killing of son’s girlfriend

TIJUANA – In the latest dramatic turn, Baja California Attorney General Rommel Moreno announced Tuesday that a person has said that Jorge Hank Rhon ordered him to kill the 24-year-old girlfriend of his son nearly two years ago. The woman, Angélica María Muñoz Cervantes, was shot in her home on Aug. 13, 2009. She died […]

April 13, 2017

Forget this form? Get ready for border headache

San Diego.- Mexicans who have border crossing cards and are planning to vacation in the United States this summer are being reminded not to travel too far or stay too long without a U.S. permit known as an I-94. Border crossing card holders are required to get an I-94, which cost $6, if they intend […]

April 13, 2017