The Calexico Chronicle

The Calexico Chronicle has been a trusted source of news for more than 110 years, having started its journey in 1904. We deliver completely local news, features, and sports updates from Calexico, Holtville, and various parts of the Imperial Valley. Additionally, the Chronicle is recognized by the CNPA for legal advertising purposes. Our newspaper is published every Thursday and reaches readers on Fridays. We also provide online news coverage, catering to the needs of individuals and businesses throughout the Imperial Valley.

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Tiger’s Family Tragedy is Shaping Her Future Career Goals

2 weeks ago | calexicochronicle.com | Richard Brown

Valedictorian Alyssa Flores gives her address to fellow students during Imperial High School’s commencement exercises on Friday, June 6. | FRANCISCO OROZCO PHOTOImperial High School graduates embrace following their commencement exercises on Friday, June 6. | FRANCISCO OROZCO PHOTOA new graduate of Imperial High School gives a “Tiger” growl to the camera during commencement exercises on Friday, June 6.
Hospital CEOs Present Early Stages of IVHD Strategic Plan

1 month ago | calexicochronicle.com | Eric Everwine |Richard Brown

BRAWLEY — The Imperial Valley Healthcare District presented an initial framework for its strategic plan during a recent board meeting in Brawley at Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District, outlining early steps toward integrating operations between PMHD and El Centro Regional Medical Center. The presentation, led by ECRMC Chief Executive Officer Pablo Velez and IVHD CEO Chris Bjornberg on May 8, introduced a roadmap for shared governance between the two hospitals.
CHP Deploys New Vehicles to Crack Down on Reckless Driving

1 month ago | calexicochronicle.com | Richard Brown

IMPERIAL COUNTY — To combat increasingly dangerous driving behaviors on California’s roadways, the California Highway Patrol has begun deploying 100 new specially marked patrol vehicles statewide. At least two of these vehicles have been assigned to the El Centro station.
County Approves Salary Increases Amid Union Opposition

1 month ago | calexicochronicle.com | Eric Everwine |Richard Brown

EL CENTRO — Imperial County supervisors approved salary stipends for three temporary leadership positions during their May 6 meeting, despite sharp criticism from union representatives who called the move unfair and threatened potential strikes.
VetConnect Fills the Gap for Imperial Valley Veterans in Need

1 month ago | calexicochronicle.com | Richard Brown

Veterans across Imperial County are facing a daily battle for survival — not on foreign soil, but right here at home. Homelessness, mental health struggles and employment challenges mark the lives of many who served, leaving some disconnected from the very benefits meant to support them. But for those who have connected with VetConnect, there’s a path forward — one led by someone who understands their struggle firsthand.
Path of Cones Leads Through Grief, Memory at Caltrans Memorial

1 month ago | calexicochronicle.com | Eric Everwine |Richard Brown

EL CENTRO — The names of 194 fallen Caltrans workers echoed one by one through the maintenance yard Tuesday morning, April 29, each name tied to a job site, a district — and a life lost keeping California’s roads moving. The annual Highway Workers Memorial, hosted this year at the El Centro Maintenance Yard, brought together city leaders, Highway Patrol officers, California Department of Transportation crews and the families of the fallen for a ceremony marked by silence and solemnity.
GUEST COLUMN: Of Rights, Of Demonization, Of Speaking Out

1 month ago | calexicochronicle.com | Carlos Silva Acuna |Carlos R. AcuñA |Carlos Andrés Acuña |Richard Brown

When I actively practiced in criminal courts I noticed that on rare occasions the DA and the police — the bureaucracies tasked with enforcing the laws enacted by the state Legislature — would fail to consider that an individual charged with a crime carried, like an aura, their constitutional rights; the sole shield against the near-absolute powers of the state.
Imperial County Begins Search for New CEO; Pay Up to $290K

2 months ago | calexicochronicle.com | Richard Brown

EL CENTRO — The Imperial County Board of Supervisors voted on Tuesday, April 22 to approve a revised job description and a new salary range for the county executive officer position, setting the stage for recruitment with an annual pay between $230,000 and $290,000 depending on qualifications.
Spreckels Sugar Co. to Close Brawley Facility

2 months ago | calexicochronicle.com | Eric Everwine |Richard Brown

FRANCISCO OROZCO PHOTOFRANCISCO OROZCO PHOTOFRANCISCO OROZCO PHOTOFRANCISCO OROZCO PHOTOBRAWLEY — After nearly a century of sugar production in Imperial County, Spreckels Sugar Co., Inc. — formerly Holly Sugar — will permanently close its Brawley facility this summer, dealing a major blow to local industry, agriculture and employment.
El Centro Students Making Dreams Come to Life with Art

2 months ago | calexicochronicle.com | Yamir Aguilar |Richard Brown

EL CENTRO — Bringing dreams to life through art appeared to come naturally to the students of El Centro Elementary School District. The kindergarten through eighth-grade students showcased different media, such as watercolors, acrylic, markers, glass and musical performances. Students had been hard at work on their artworks throughout the school year and were able to see them on display on Wednesday, April 16, at Kennedy Middle School.