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Central Union High School District appoints two leadership positions
EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - The Central Union High School District has new leaders for Assistant Superintendent of Business Services and Athletic Director & Teacher. Marcy Mendoza was appointed for Assistant Superintendent and Gabriel Ponce as Athletic Director at Central Union High School. “The CUHSD Board of Trustees is...
These Are 5 The Most High Taxes Cities In California – Upcoming Overview, Check Here!
WFCN – To make sense of California’s complex tax system, you need to know how different cities’ people are hit with varied amounts of taxation. To better understand the factors that go into determining the tax rates in these five locations and how they impact locals, we’ve compiled some data.
Insurance nightmares: Homeowners on their worst coverage struggles
California’s insurance crisis became very real this spring for Duncan Brown, president of the homeowners association for an apartment complex in downtown San Jose. Farmers Insurance had provided the HOA’s insurance for years. But in March, the company abruptly said it would not renew the policy as part of its pullback from the state.
Gold Medal of Valor for CHP Officers
On June 27, six California Highway Patrol officers were presented with a prestigious Gold Medal of Valor during a ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento. The Special Act Award, given on behalf of Gov. Gavin Newsom, is the highest honor the state can bestow upon employees who risked their lives to save others or protect state property.
Wiener calls Musk’s reason for moving X from SF ‘vile,’ ‘despicable’
State Sen. Scott Wiener called Elon Musk’s stated reason for moving his companies X and SpaceX out of California “outrageous” and “vile.” Musk announced Tuesday his intention to move the two companies to Texas in response to Gov. Gavin Newsom having signed Assembly Bill 1955 the day before. That law bars public schools from telling parents about their children’s sexual orientation or gender identity or expression without the kids’ consent. ...
Board President Says Anderson Union School District “Will Not Comply” with California’s SAFETY Act
On Monday, July 15, California gained a new law known as the SAFETY Act. Previously known as Assembly Bill 1955, it strengthens current educational law that supports students in California’s LGBTQ+ community. It was passed into law in hopes of curbing the actions of about a dozen California school districts, including Anderson Union High School District, that have enacted “parental notification” policies.
Cajon Valley board member questions superintendent's $19,000-a-month credit card bill
EL CAJON, Calif. — From May 2022 through the beginning of March 2024, Cajon Valley Union Superintendent David Miyashiro averaged $19,000 in purchases on his district-issued credit card. In all, according to credit card statements obtained by CBS 8 through a state records request, Miyashiro racked up nearly $399,821...
Solutions For Change chosen to buy Vista's Green Oak Ranch
Solutions for Change has been selected for the purchase of the 110-acre property in Vista known as Green Oak Ranch. The organization helps people get out of homelessness and will expand their programs on the property. “For more than 25 years Solutions for Change has been working collaboratively with the...
Legal fight continues with appeals over proposed immigration initiative for Arizona Nov. 5 ballot
PHOENIX — The fight to keep a proposed border initiative off Arizona’s Nov. 5 ballot is not over yet. Immigrant advocates kept the issue alive this week by filing notice to the state Supreme Court that they will appeal the judge’s ruling. A Maricopa County Superior Court...
Calexico CBP officers discover cocaine, meth in tractor trailer frame
CALEXIO, Calif. — It was a banner day for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). According to a press release issued on Thursday, CBP officers at the Calexico Port Cargo Facility discovered 148.28 pounds of cocaine and 12.08 pounds of methamphetamine concealed within the frame of a tractor trailer.
BOS retains CEO, honored Bad Rabbits and levies special tax
The Imperial County Board of Supervisors held their regular meeting, Tuesday, July 16, in the Board Chambers at the County Administration Center in El Centro. The following are highlights of the meeting:. The Board presented Certificates of Recognition to the Bad Rabbits, a binational girls flag football team, highlighting their...
Southern California’s jobs picture is improving; glimmer of hope seen in Hollywood employment
California's unemployment rate held steady last month and the overall jobs picture looked considerably brighter than earlier this year, according to new government data released Friday. Still, at 5.2%, the state's jobless rate is tied with Nevada for the highest in the country; the national unemployment figure averaged 4.1% last...
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