Shorter School Year Possible for Sweetwater Students As Teachers, District Agree to Terms

The agreement still needs approval from the district board and teacher union members.

Obama Ends Deportation of Young Immigrants

The announcement was made Friday morning and may impact hundreds of thousands of young people under 30 who were brought to the United States as children.

South Bay Power Plant Demolition Receives State Approval

The demolition, which may take place by the end of 2012, will make room for the Chula Vista Bayfront Master Plan development.

BP Agents on Leave for Alleged Sex Act, Battery at Cirque du Soleil Show

Members of the audience believed one of the agents was giving the other oral sex. Both were taken into custody at the Del Mar Fairgrounds for allegedly attacking a woman after the show.

2012 General Election Guide

The candidates, incumbents and issues that will be affecting Imperial Beach and the county.

Fined for Fixing a Problem: Council Considers Gravel Alleys

To improve their quality of life, John Roche and his neighbors laid gravel in the alley behind their homes. Instead of praise, they received code compliance violations from the city. Last Wednesday City Council reviewed its options for fixing alleys.

Skate Park, Little League Fees Removed from Upcoming City Budget

The mention of the two possible sources of revenue for the City of Imperial Beach was a mistake, city staff said. Other cost increases were approved.

Medical Marijuana Petition Presented to City; May Overturn Dispensary Ban

Organizers claim they have enough signatures to force a special election to allow dispensaries in IB, but the city clerk and county have not yet verified results.

Update: Republican Congressional Candidate May Move to IB

Crimmins will face State Senator Juan Vargas in November, and if elected, said he will move to IB.

In Overwhelming Win, Cox Earns Reelection in County Supervisor Race

In his new term in office he wants a new library in IB and to see the completion of the Bayshore Bikeway around San Diego Bay.

What Brought You to the Primary Polls?

IB Patch asks a few local voters what drew them to the polls Tuesday.

Vargas, Crimmins to Face Off in November Congressional Election

With all precincts reporting, Juan Vargas and Michael Crimmins will move on to the November general election.

Veteran Career Fair Wednesday at Camp Pendleton

The Hiring Heroes Career Fair will be held at the South Mesa Club from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Update: No 2013 Fourth of July Fireworks, Unpaved Alleys, Fee Increases at Wednesday Meeting

To break even in the upcoming fiscal year, fee increases may be implemented, and Fourth of July fireworks, a graffiti abatement team and other city funded endeavors may be scrapped for the city's 2012-2013 budget.

Election Day: Find Your Polling Place

Make sure you know where to cast your vote.

John Brooks: Candidate for California's 51st Congressional District

The eclectic Democrat is one of seven people who want your vote in Tuesday's primary to represent IB and California's 51st District in Congress.

Q&A: 51st Congressional Candidate Denise Moreno Ducheny

Patch asks 51st Congressional District Candidate Denise Moreno Ducheny why you should vote for her and what changes she plans to make, if voted through.

‘Embrace the Suck:’ A Team Faces the Rigors of Navy SEAL Training

ESPN documents the visit, as part of the University of Michigan football team's senior leadership trip.

Residents Discuss Possible Helicopter Crash, Noise at Navy AICUZ Meeting

Few people attended the event, but those who did expressed concerns with noise, flight path violations and the possibility of a helicopter crash in nearby neighborhoods.

Race for 78th Assembly District Features Incumbent, 2 Challengers

Assemblywoman Toni Atkins faces off against two Republicans, Ralph Denney and Robert E. Williams.

UCSD and SDSU Political Scientists Consider Cigarette Tax, Term Limit Propositions

With propositions 28 and 29, voters will decide new form of term limits and higher cigarette taxes in June 5 primary.

IB Cited by Border Patrol Chief in Announcing New Strategic Plan

Four-year plan “targets repeat crossers and tries to find out why they keeping coming,” AP says.

China Will Dominate Western Pacific if Military Cuts Pass, Says Super PAC

Retired congressman Duncan L. Hunter spoke at Tuesday's San Diego launch of a political action committee to promote national security.

USS Carl Vinson Returns Wednesday

The aircraft carrier has been deployed since November.

Bilbray Introduces Bill to Fund Skin Cancer Research

Rep. Brian Bilbray co-authors the Melanoma Research Act, which calls for fees on tanning booths; his daughter suffers from the ailment.

Less Than One Week to Register for June 5 Primary

Forms to register to vote are available in several languages and must be postmarked by May 21 to vote in the June 5 primary.

Garbage, Sewage Fee Increases and Layoffs on City Council Agenda

The next City Council meeting will be held Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Public Asked for Ideas on IB's ‘Front Porch’ — Pond 20 Development Project

Dempsey Holder Safety Center to host meeting May 17. At a meeting last month, people made their case for and against development at Pond 20.

Why Saving Trestles Matters

The Surfrider Foundation's Mark Rauscher talks about the importance of protecting Trestles and San Onofre State Beach from the toll road proposal that remains alive.

City Funded Bikeway Village Moves Forward

A portion of the project's funding came from the city's now dissolved redevelopment agency. A final vote will take place at a May 16 meeting.

American Legion to Be Demolished Soon to Make Way for New Housing

The new four-story building which will include 30 units and a new American Legion Hall is expected to open next spring.

Party Affiliation and IB Politics By the Numbers

The latest data found Democrats to be the largest party in IB and its political districts, but no party claims a majority.

Medical Marijuana Initiative Appears Headed for November Ballot in IB

More than 1,400 signatures have been gathered—nearly 300 more than needed, groups say.

Revolutionary Combat Ship Arrives for the First Time at New Home

Littoral ship USS Independence, with color-coded crews varying by the mission, makes grand entrance at Naval Base San Diego.

Roller Rink Night, Fee Increases and Sports Park Cuts Proposed to Help Close City Budget Gap

Sport Park employees laid off, reduction in hours and an increase of fees part of city's plan in reducing imminent $327,000 budget gap.

Terror Alert Heightened Nationwide on Bin Laden Death Anniversary

Security is expected to increase at airports nationwide and in other parts of the world in response to the one-year anniversary of the terrorist leader's death.

Bikeway Village, Sewer Service Fee Increase at City Council Meeting Wednesday

Area residents are being asked to comment on the proposed Bikeway Village project and a proposed six percent increase in sewage fees at the City Council meeting Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Authorities Lift Water Contamination Advisory

The ocean shoreline and the north end of the Silver Strand remain closed.

Mayor Janney: Property Value Increases Key to City's Future

Rezoning for increased density, business permit applications and tourism focus of long-term goals to close looming budget deficits.

USS Carl Vinson Begins to Plan Homecoming

The aircraft carrier's commanding officer provides an update, while the ship participates in activities with India's naval forces.