Imperial Beach Digest: Rise In Injured, Illegal Migrants Reported

Happy Friday, Imperial Beach! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally.

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 77 Low: 65.

Here are the top stories from recent days from in and around Imperial Beach:

1. U.S. Border Patrol agents in San Diego County have found a growing number of injured Mexican nationals trying to enter illegally over the past two weeks as the weather heats up and a new federal law allows repatriation without criminal charges. (Imperial Beach Patch)
2. Memorials, parades and other events commemorating those who lost their lives are planned on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. (City News Service)
3. Researchers at UC San Diego revealed Friday they have used advancements in CRISPR-based genetic engineering to create a system restraining populations of mosquitoes that infect millions each year with debilitating diseases. (City News Service)
4. Missed the headlines? Take a look at some of this week's police, fire and courtroom stories from across San Diego County. (Imperial Beach Patch)
5. Looking for things to do? See what's slated this weekend in San Diego County and Southern California. (Encinitas Patch)

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Imperial Beach Patch Notebook

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