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The lithium industry is pledging to bring new jobs and growth to the region. But past experiences with renewable energy have left many residents with lingering mistrust. -
Lack of EV chargers in remote areas could derail California’s aim to electrify cars. In Imperial County, residents have access to few public chargers and buy electric cars at only a fifth of the statewide rate. -
The regional water authority uses an army of plant-munching grass carp to maintain the channels. -
The Tribe’s Environmental Department has cleared out acres of invasive brush and planted hundreds of native trees along the banks of the Colorado River. -
KPBS is holding a virtual discussion, in English and Spanish, about the upcoming election in Mexico with politics experts. -
It’s been more than two years since the northern Imperial County town lost its only post office in a fire. -
Some programs and schools are working to prepare Native American students for college and support them once they get there. -
A statewide ballot measure up for a vote in November could upend the lithium tax as well as dozens more local taxes and fees. -
Environmental groups and tribes say the proposal would protect desert ecosystems, cultural resources and recreational land enjoyed by the valley’s communities of color. -
There have been 16 earthquakes reported near El Centro and Imperial since midnight.
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