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Man Arrested At San Ysidro Border Crossing For Throwing Molotov Cocktail
- Dec. 20
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A 39-year-old man has been arrested after authorities say he tossed a lit Molotov cocktail at Customs and Border Protection officers at the U.S.-Mexico border in San Diego.
ACLU Sues Feds Over Cavity Searches at US-Mexico Border
- Dec. 20
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The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas and the ACLU of New Mexico are suing the United States Customs and Border Protection over cavity searches to a U.S. citizen.
Five Killed In Puerto Peñasco Tourist Zone Gun Battle
- Dec. 19
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Five people were shot dead in a gunfight with Mexican police in the Sonora beach resort of Puerto Peñasco, or Rocky Point, early Wednesday.
Explosion At Júarez Candy Factory Ruled Accidental
- Dec. 18
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Mexican authorities have ruled that a deadly explosion at a candy factory in Ciudad Juárez two months ago was accidental.
San Diego County Students Receive First Dream Act CalGrant Awards
- Dec. 17
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California lawmakers passed the state’s Dream Act more than two years ago. This was the first semester students who are in the country illegally were eligible for state financial aid.
Tijuana Official Shot, Killed By Unknown Assailants
- Dec. 17
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The head of Tijuana’s municipal sports department was murdered Monday night while in his vehicle. Arturo Hachadur Kaloyan Aguirre, nicknamed “Hacho,” was shot several times by unknown assailants.
Medical Tourism Booming In Baja California
- Dec. 16
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Medical tourism to Baja California has risen nearly 18 percent over the past three years, but changes might be on the horizon as the Affordable Care Act kicks in next year.
What Has NAFTA Done In Its Twenty Years?
- Dec. 16
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On NAFTA’s 20th anniversary, many are lauding its accomplishments in boosting commerce, but almost half of Mexico’s population still lives in poverty.
Are Asylum Seekers Abusing The System?
- Dec. 13
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The number of people seeking asylum in the United States more than doubled this year, raising suspicion among some members of Congress. The House Judiciary Committee held a hearing Thursday to question whether some asylum seekers are abusing the system.
Sen. Boxer Introduces Bill To Improve Short-Term Detention At Borders
- Dec. 12
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U.S. Sen. Barbara Boxer has introduced a bill that would require U.S. Customs and Border Protection to set standards for holding people in short-term custody.
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