Save Lives: ‘Look Before You Lock’

Officials are reminding motorists on National Heatstroke Prevention Day to never leave a child in a car, especially on a hot day. This follows the Saturday death of a 4-month-baby locally.

Have Overdue Library Books? Turn Them in on Fine-Free Fridays

The fine-free days in Imperial Beach and at other San Diego County libraries are the last Fridays of each month.

Checks to Be Delayed for Imperial Beach Unemployed, Disabled

The delay of at least one day is due to state computer upgrades.

Beach Parking Changes Rejected

The proposed changes to beach street parking would have limited parking for parts of Seacoast Drive and Palm Avenue to a two-hour time limit and required residents avoid parking in some areas for street sweeping.

Andy Hall Appointed New City Manager

"People don't trust government, and neither do I," said Hall, who comes to Imperial Beach from Cathedral City, CA. He is expected to start in his role as IB's chief executive officer in early August. Gary Brown will retire after 10 years in IB.

Roundabout, City Lawsuits On Meeting Agenda Wednesday

City May Tighten Beach Parking Time Wednesday

Filner on Sexual Harassment Claims: 'I Need Help'

Filner said he has "diminished the office" he was elected to less than a year ago. Many have called for him to resign.

Paraglider Dell Schanze: ‘Habitual Violator’ or ‘Best Instructor’?

The FAA is looking into the June 26th death of Henry Ho and some critics are questioning the practices of his paragliding teacher, who is defending himself.

Business Leaders Told Immigration Reform Will Boost Local Economy

Congresswoman and two San Diego City council members urge South Bay business leaders to press for passage of national immigration reform legislations.

Purple Heart Recipient Marlene Rodriguez Honored as Vet of the Year

Assemblywoman Toni Atkins chose Rodriguez, of Imperial Beach, for the honor for the 78th Assembly District.

Border Security? Billions Could Be Lost if Entry Ports Aren’t Improved

Denise Moreno Ducheny: “The best long-term deterrent to the many who have sought employment in the U.S. by skirting the current strict quota system is to improve the economy of the North American region.”

Supervisors Approve New IB Library

The $9.5 million library could open in time to celebrate its 100th anniversary, said librarian June Engel.

Sports Park Meeting Wednesday; City May Form Task Force

The city may form a Sports Park Task Force to make recommendations to City Council about what a deal with the YMCA or Boys & Girls Club should include.

IB Library Set to Be Funded in County's $5B Budget

The county will host public hearings on the spending plan until August, when it is set to be adopted.

Congressman Vargas Joins NOH8 Campaign

Hope for Immigration Bill With Injection of Border Security

Backers of the bill hope the “border surge” will also help its chances of passing through the more conservative House.

Squadron From IB's NOLF Deployed to Africa

The CRS-1 unit follows another that was sent to Bahrain earlier this month.

Construction Closes Port of Entry Lanes

Supervisors to Consider Backing Hazel's Law on Sex Trafficking

The law, proposed by Rep. Juan Vargas, would make it easier to prosecute those who force minors into sex trafficking. Davis and Peters are also backing the bill.

Hazard Crossing: Researchers Assess Health Impacts of Long Border Waits

A team of SDSU researchers have found that the bottleneck at the border isn't just an aggravation – it also could negatively impact your health.

Navy-Marine Corps Exercise Starts On Silver Strand, Palm Avenue

Update: Sports Park Vote Delayed to Consider Alternative Plan

"I think that we just cannot keep this wound open. It's become a wound for all of us," Councilman Lorie Bragg said about the search for a private entity to manage the Sports Park.

Groups Propose Lapel Cameras to Monitor Border Patrol Agents

Officers in Albuquerque and Oakland are required to tape their interactions, and many jurisdictions in Texas have at least some officers who wear cameras.

History Repository, New City Manager, Sports Park at Meeting Wednesday

Future of Sports Park to Be Decided at June 5 City Council Meeting

Lorena Gonzalez Wins State Assembly Race Over Castaneda

Tires, Trash to Build New Border Field State Park Entrance

Tijuana Estuary staff are asking the public to weigh in on plans to make changes at the entrance of Border Field State Park.

City Council OKs Budget for 2013-15; Mayor Absent

Consumer Alert: Typical SDG&E Bill to Rise More Than $10 a Month

The increase in both electricity and natural gas costs is set to take effect by September. A local official said the state, in allowing the move, “put the needs of the utility above the consumer.”

Former Senate Candidate Alleges ‘Comedy of Errors’ in $21 Million Suit

Xanthi Gionis sues state over shutdown of Aristotle University, Sen. Mark Wyland and others.

Naval Base Coronado Scores Top Defense Dept. Environmental Award

The base was lauded for its efforts to protect threatened species at its eight installations in Coronado, Imperial Beach and throughout Southern California.

Wanted: Exceptional Parents for Exceptional Foster Children

County launches campaign to recruit adoptive parents for hard-to-place children.

City Council Explores 5-Year Budget Forecast

The Sports Park complex may stay in the city's hands at least another six months, property value is on the rise, parking ticket fees may go up and a deficit may hit in the coming years.

Benghazi Rescue Bid Was Weakened, Issa Says ‘Whistleblower’ to Testify

Congressman says hearing Wednesday will reveal that troops were ordered to stand down.

Video: Is it ‘Star Wars’? Sure, Admiral Says, But Don't Call it a Drone

North Island will be the first base to feature a squadron with a mix of helicopters and unmanned vehicles. Admiral David Buss already is unhappy it's being called a drone squadron.

New Imperial Beach Library Part of Proposed County Budget

A new library could open in IB by 2015 if County Supervisors approve a proposed budget released Thursday. Renovations and additions proposed in the county's 2013-14 budget would almost triple square footage at the San Diego County Library, Imperial

Congressman Vargas Introduces Bill to Target Sex Traffickers

The Child Protection Act of 2013 or "Hazel's Law" would remove knowledge of the victim's age as a factor in the prosecution of sex traffickers.

Imperial Beach’s Homeless Population Increases

Regional Task Force on the Homeless found 41 people without a place to live during a count in January in Imperial Beach, an increase of more than 200 percent compared to 2012.

Issa Offers Dems a Trade: Back XL Pipeline to Speed Border Crossings

North County Republican links Canadian oil issue to San Ysidro improvements in chamber forum.