After Rooftop Jumps, ‘Superdell’ Prompts Ultralight Vehicle Restriction

Council limits flight rights after a flying sports buff paraglided off a rooftop beach property.

Carved in Concrete: IB History Walk Complete

The walk includes 11 moments in city history deemed noteworthy by the Imperial Beach City Council.

Council to Consider Ultralight Aircraft Ban at City Council Meeting Wednesday

The next City Council meeting will take place Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Agency Denies Surfrider Claims on Weeklong, 60-Mil Gallon Sewage Spill

Environmental group says government failed to notify the public about spill, plant malfunction.

Update: Southwestern College to Take Contractors to Court

Following release of the college's own external audit, the Governing Board announced Wednesday evening the college district will file lawsuits against fired contractors.

Imperial Beach Park to Be Named After Slain Boys

County supervisors recently approved the Jonathan Sellers & Charlie Keever Educational Activity Center.

Layoffs, Sports Park Shutdown Called Options to Close I.B. Budget Gap

Council hears staff, union and resident advice amid possible shortfall of $1.5 million over two years.

Habitat for Humanity Comes to IB: Ground Broken on Four-Home Project

Thanks to Housing Authority grant, four families will pay only $750 a month for 3-bedroom units.

City to Consider Service Cuts, Card Room Gambling at Wednesday Meeting

City Council will begin to narrow its list of ideas to reduce services or increase revenue with actions at their meeting Wednesday. More than 20 short and long terms ideas are being considered, from tax increases to card room gambling.

Pedestrian Scale Lighting With Solar Panels Shot Down by City Council

Adding the lighting would encourage residents, visitors and patrons of the new hotel to frequent beachfront businesses at night and improve the city's economy as a whole, supporters said.

Signature Gathering for Medical Marijuana in IB to Begin Thursday

In accordance with state election code, signatures must be gathered within 180 days from when public notice is issued tomorrow.

One Week Left for Public Review of Bikeway Village Project

Public comments are requested on the new zoning and the project's environment impact statement through April 9.

Gas Crisis Hits Meals-on-Wheels: Elected Officials Call for Volunteers

Local leaders will join the "March for Meals" campaign on Wednesday.

City Hall Brainstorms Options to Raise Fees, Decrease Services and Cut Deficit

Close city offices every Friday, end Fourth of July fireworks from the pier, eliminate Sports Park and Recreation staff and raise building height limits were some of the options on the table.

Habitat for Humanity, Seacoast Street Lighting on Wednesday Meeting Agenda

The meeting will be held Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Sewage Runoff Closes Beaches

Contaminated runoff has closed beaches from Coronado to the U.S.-Mexico border.

Update: Sheriff's Department Staff in IB to Decline Sharply in Coming Years

Imperial Beach will lose its captain and 11 deputies, detectives and other positions just to maintain current rates as sheriff law enforcement costs increase and the city's budget declines.

Sunshine Missing in IB Government: City Lacks Meeting Videos Online

Imperial Beach remains the only city in the South Bay that posts no video of its council meetings.

City to Discuss Possible Tax and Fee Increases, How to Improve IB Economy at Meeting Wednesday

The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the Community Room across from Council Chambers at City Hall.

Dairy Mart Loop Trail Opens in Tijuana River Valley Regional Park

The loop is being called the start of a 22-mile trail network across the Tijuana River valley.

805 Freeway Floods Due to Water Main Break

A water main break near Palm Avenue shut down parts of Interstate 805 Friday morning that is expected to last until the afternoon.

Letter to the Editor: Fix the Road Into Border Field State Park

Why is there money for a new border fence but none to fix the road into Border Field State Park? It's our land, so why can't people visit year-round?

Petition Filed to Put Fate of Medical Marijuana in Hands of IB Voters

Supporters of medical marijuana working with Americans for Safe Access helped draft the document and get the petition started which could reverse local law and allow medical marijuana dispensaries.

Sewage Fee Increase, Better Business with Beach Lighting on Wednesday Council Agenda

Council will receive an update on construction of the hotel to replace the Seacoast Inn and approve repaving some streets at their meeting Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Monument Mesa Park Renovation, Border Fence Construction Near Complete

Two of three federal construction projects along the border will be completed this spring, including improved park space on top of Monument Mesa.

First Floor Wood Frame Begins for Hotel to Replace Seacoast Inn

Construction may be complete by September, but doors may not open to customers until November, Pacifica Companies said.

Vargas Introduces Bill to Encourage Sport Coaches Report Child Abuse

Policy would make coaches and others who deal with children criminally liable if they fail to alert authorities about cases of suspected sexual abuse.

7 Marines Killed in Midair Helicopter Collision Near Yuma, AZ [Video]

Six Camp Pendleton-based Marines were killed in a Wednesday evening crash near Yuma, Miramar officials say. One other was stationed in Arizona.

Job Corps Homeland Security Students Assist With Winter X Games

Students have also been invited to assist with security at the Summer X Games in June.

What it Takes to Be the Best: A Navy SEAL's Training Regimen

An interview with an active-duty SEAL on the ocean knowledge, physical skills and attitude it takes to make it in the world’s most elite military unit.

An Interview With Councilman Bilbray Ahead of Campaign for Second Term

Bilbray was first elected to a special two-year term. Here he discusses business development, the sandcastle competition and where the city has gone wrong in preparing for a new $29 million hotel.

Amnesty Offered to Drivers with Old, Unpaid Tickets

Tickets due before Jan. 1, 2009, are eligible for a 50 percent discount.

IB Beaches Closed Due to Potentially Contaminated Runoff

Due to potential poor water quality, general advisories remain in effect for almost every other beach in San Diego County.

Locals Say Big Biz Gets First Dibs in New Shopping Center

Owners of IB Pet said they were told they would be considered for the new shopping center if bigger names like Petco or PetSmart declined. No tenants have signed lease agreements to be included in the shopping center yet.

Republicans Plan to Offer Bilbray a Boost in Race for 52nd Congressional District

The incumbent's district has changed and officials say his seat is key to retaining control of the House. A Bilbray campaign advisor believes his reelection race will be on the of the most competitive in the nation in upcoming elections.

City Employee Layoffs, Program Cuts to Be Discussed at Workshop, Special Meeting Wednesday

With the dissolution of redevelopment agencies, the city has a $500,000 to $1.2 million shortfall to resolve, staff said.

Skate Park to Reopen Next Week

Months behind schedule, the skate park at the Imperial Beach Sports Park and Recreation Center is expected to reopen next Monday.

Poll: Were Judges Right to Reject Prop. 8 as Unconstitutional?

The move comes after Prop 8 was ruled unconstitutional by a lower court.

New Border Pedestrian Lane on Track to Open this Month

The Ready Lane will make crossing the Otay Mesa entry easier for pedestrians.

No Free Ride for Sweetwater Board Members Fighting Corruption Charges

Two current members of the school's Board of Trustees are fighting multiple charges filed by the district attorney earlier this month.