San Diego brings in lobbyists from D.C. to address Tijuana River sewage issue
In a bid to tackle the persistent odors and pollution that have plagued South Bay beaches for years, San Diego County is escalating its efforts regarding the Tijuana River sewage crisis. They’ve enlisted a Washington, D.C.-based law firm to seek federal assistance. County officials have inked a contract of up to $637,200 over five years […]
Scary cartel banner displayed at Tijuana high school close to US border following drug lord’s death
Cartel Tensions Rise After Drug Lord’s Death Following the assassination of a notorious drug lord, a chilling cartel banner has appeared at a high school in Tijuana, which is located just north of the U.S. border. These banners, expressing allegiance to Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes—known as “El Mencho”—were displayed on Tuesday, just days after special forces […]
California Catholic bishop visited Tijuana brothel linked to human trafficking multiple times, according to a report.
A bishop from California has reportedly visited a Mexican brothel associated with human trafficking and claims of mishandled diocesan funds over a dozen times, as uncovered in a new report. Bishop Emanuel Chareta, who heads the Chaldean Catholic Diocese of San Diego, has offered his resignation following these allegations, which were highlighted by “The Pillar,” […]
Extortions in Tijuana Connected to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel
Arrest of Jalisco Cartel Leader Tied to Extortion and Arson in Tijuana Mexican authorities have linked the recent arrest of a Jalisco cartel leader to multiple extortion and arson incidents in Tijuana, a border city in Baja California. Officials from the Baja California Attorney General’s Office collaborated with their counterparts in Jalisco to identify and […]
EPA Acting Quickly to Address Tijuana River Sewage Crisis, Significant Progress Achieved
A longstanding sewage issue affecting the Tijuana River is approaching a solution due to a significant agreement between the U.S. and Mexico. Officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) noted that the Trump administration has been firm in holding Mexico accountable. For years, untreated sewage has seeped into Southern California from Mexico, leading to […]
Mexican citizen sentenced for the murder of an 18-year-old American hostage in Tijuana
Life Sentence for Kidnapper of San Diego Teen A 24-year-old man from Mexico, Brian Alexis Patron Lopez, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the kidnapping and murder of 18-year-old Miguel Anthony Rendon just weeks before his high school graduation. The tragic incident occurred on May 30, 2020. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern […]
Tijuana Mayor Warns of Legal Action Against Sources Discussing His Money Laundering Case
The mayor of Tijuana, Baja California, is considering legal action against media outlets that are reporting on a money laundering investigation involving him. This investigation is tied to two businessmen believed to be linked with the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and the Sinaloa Cartel. This week, Miguel Burgueno Ruiz acknowledged receiving a notification from Mexico’s […]
Trump’s EPA reduces Tijuana sewage crisis timeline by 12 years for San Diego
EPA and Mexico Address Tijuana Sewage Crisis On Thursday, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under the Trump administration, revealed plans to expedite construction efforts aimed at tackling a long-standing sewage issue that has been affecting the San Diego area due to pollution from Tijuana, Mexico. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin stated, “The Trump Administration is focused […]
EPA Advances on Tijuana River Sewage Issue Sooner than Expected
Progress is being made in addressing the sewage crisis affecting the Tijuana River, with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) indicating that it will finish its review ahead of schedule. This comes alongside a faster timeline for a project aimed at reducing the flow of untreated sewage from Mexico into the United States. EPA Administrator Lee […]
US and Mexico reach agreement to address Tijuana River sewage crossing the border
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement outlining a timeline to address ongoing issues with the Tijuana River, which has been a source of sewage contamination affecting California beaches, officials announced on Thursday. The Tijuana River has been responsible for billions of gallons of waste and toxic pollutants entering the Pacific Ocean, impacting […]