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Toxic Tijuana River Sewage Fumes Leave Thousands Sick in San Diego Border

The stench of sewage drifting across neighborhoods in Southern California is now a full-scale public health crisis affecting tens of thousands of residents living near the Tijuana River, according to a new report.

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Stench and Toxins From Polluted Tijuana River Linked to Health Impacts in San Diego, Including Delirium and Tremors

The Tijuana River carried 10 billion gallons of mostly raw sewage and industrial waste across the U.S. border in January alone, according to International Boundary and Water Commission data.

Latin Times

Miles sufren problemas de salud por las toxinas de las aguas residuales del río Tijuana

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Stench and toxins from polluted California river linked to health issues for thousands

Since 2018, the International Boundary and Water Commission reports that over 100 billion gallons of raw sewage, laden with industrial chemicals and trash, have inundated the Tijuana River

The Independent UK

Southern California mom has been missing for two weeks after visiting Tijuana for a day and never returning

Yasmin Gonzalez Benitez, who was only supposed to be gone a day, has been missing since March 15

The Independent UK

Real Estate Agents Report Rise in Mexicans Self-Deporting and Seeking To Rent Homes in Tijuana

According to a Border Report investigation, real estate agents say more Mexicans living in the United States without legal residency are returning to Mexico and choosing to rent homes in Tijuana.

Latin Times

California Business Leaders Release 'Binational Roadmap' To Address Tijuana River Sewage Crisis

The San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce released a report with what it described as a binational roadmap to tackle the sewage crisis stemming from the polluted Tijuana River.

Latin Times

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After Surviving Cruelty, This Dog Found Safety, Love, And A Reunion No One Expected

When people think about rescue dogs, they often envision a happy ending immediately following a sad beginning. In truth, many of these rescues are ongoing journeys filled with challenges, where recovery takes time, resources, and love. Spud’s story highlights not just hardship but the power and impact of dedicated care…

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After El Mencho's Death, U.S. Shifts Focus to Sinaloa Cartel Leaders in Tijuana

On Feb. 26, the U.S. Department of State announced a reward of up to $5 million each for information leading to the arrests of René Arzate García, known as "La Rana," and his brother Alfonso Arzate García, known as "Aquiles."

Latin Times

US offers $10 million for capture of brothers said to lead Mexico's Sinaloa cartel in Tijuana

The U.S. State Department says it will pay up to $10 million for information leading to the arrests or convictions of two brothers identified as leaders of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel in the state of Baja California, which includes Tijuana

The Independent UK

Will a Trump Tower finally rise in Australia – or is this more flash and bluster on the Gold Coast glitter strip?

Previous plans for a Trump Tower in Queensland almost 20 years ago went the way of other imagined edifices in Rio, Batumi and Tijuana

The Guardian - AU

Mexico to Install 450-Foot Trash Boom to Address Tijuana River Pollution: Report

Last December, the United States and Mexico signed an agreement aimed at curbing the pollution flowing into the Tijuana River, including infrastructure upgrades and other steps to contain the crisis.

Latin Times

U.S. And Mexico Sign Deal To Address Tijuana River Sewage Crisis After Trump Calls It a 'Threat'

The U.S. and Mexico have signed an agreement to address the pollution caused by sewage flowing into the Tijuana river.

Latin Times

Over 10,000 Migrants Deported by ICE Have Arrived at a Tijuana Mega Shelter So Far This Year

Thousands of migrants deported under the Trump administration's hardline policies have ended up in the border city of Tijuana, where a mega-shelter has housed 12,000 people through the end of November.

Latin Times

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Baja California Officials Say Drug Cartel Behind Explosive Drone Attack on Police Station

Authorities believe the drone attack may be connected to a separate incident that occurred last month in Ensenada. In that case, the offices of the anti-car-theft and anti-kidnapping units were vandalized, and several police vehicles were set on fire.

Latin Times

U.S. Consulate Calls On Citizens To Avoid Tijuana Area After Mexican Prosecutor's Office Is Targeted By Drone Strike

A drone attack targeted the prosecutor's office in Tijuana, located in the border with California

Latin Times

Mexican Singer Junior H Threatened by Jalisco Cartel

A banner, commonly known as a narcomanta, appeared near the University of Baja California, suspended over a bridge.

The Conversation

Water wars: a historic agreement between Mexico and US is ramping up border tension

As climate change drives rising temperatures and changes in rainfall, Mexico and the US are in the middle of a conflict over water, putting an additional strain on their relationship.

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US and Mexico sign accord to combat Tijuana River sewage flowing across the border

The United States and Mexico have signed an agreement outlining specific steps, funds and a timetable to clean up the longstanding problem of the Tijuana River pouring sewage across the border and polluting California beaches

Latin Times

Mexican Band Fined Tens Of Thousands By The Government For Performing Songs Glorifying Cartels

Mexican band Los Tucanes de Tijuana was fined tens of thousands of dollars by the government after performing songs glorifying cartels

Latin Times

Hospital Worker Shot and Killed Inside Social Security Hospital in Northern Mexico

After ending his shift, Luis Yerena was chased and fatally shot in a government-run hospital. His killing echoes a recent high-profile attack in Tijuana.

Latin Times

Hitman Disguised As Nurse Enters Tijuana Hospital To Kill Woman Who Had Been Targeted The Day Before

A woman was killed in a Tijuana hospital by a man disguised as a nurse. The woman had been shot the day prior

International Business Times UK

Is El Chapo Guzman Still Alive? The 'Secret' Cartel Deal That Brought His Relatives Back to the US

The family members of El Chapo crossed into the US last week through the San Ysidro border crossing from Tijuana, reportedly carrying personal belongings and $70,000 in cash.

The Independent UK

Mexican governor says Trump revoked her tourist visa preventing her from traveling to the US

Baja California state Governor Marina del Pilar Avila says she and husband Carlos Torres Torres had visas revoked

The Independent UK

EPA chief demands that Mexico stop Tijuana sewage from flowing into California

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency says his agency will be providing Mexico a list to complete to stop the flow of sewage from Tijuana

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