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The Desert Review is a celebrated, independently owned online news platform and weekly printed magazine that highlights the events, sports, and individuals of the Imperial Valley in Southern California, focusing on the stories that are important to the local community.

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How will Governor Newsom’s budget revision impact schools?

2 days ago | thedesertreview.com | Betty Miller

Governor Newsom’s May Budget Revision: Balancing Act Amid $12 Billion DeficitOn May 14, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled his revised state budget proposal for the 2025-26 fiscal year, grappling with a projected $12 billion deficit driven by reduced revenue expectations.
California water agencies extend funding for Colorado River Board

5 days ago | thedesertreview.com | Betty Miller

The Colorado River Board of California (CRB), tasked with safeguarding the state’s water rights and interests in the Colorado River since its establishment in 1937, will continue its operations through July 1, 2026, under a newly proposed one-year funding extension. The amendment was approved through the consent calendar at the Tuesday, June 17, Imperial Irrigation District (IID) board meeting.
Do Dems just like to get arrested?

1 week ago | thedesertreview.com | Libby Emmons

What is it with leftist politicians trying to get arrested? We know that they can use their arrest to fundraise, and we know they want mug shots just like Trump, but is it really the career booster they think it is or does it just make them look ridiculous? Yesterday in a Manhattan court, mayoral candidate and city comptroller Brad Lander obstructed the arrest of an illegal immigrant.
No vacation plans? El Centro’s summer ‘playcation’ has you covered

1 week ago | thedesertreview.com | Javier Guerrero

EL CENTRO— With the mercury rising faster than price points for organized activities already, the City of El Centro has various low-cost and local recreational options through its summer program guide. In what the city has dubbed its summer “playcation” brochure, Community Service Director Adriana Nava elaborated on the idea. “This year, we’re excited to invite you on a playcation — a chance to relax, recharge, and have fun right here at home,” the release stated.
New football league alignments shift traditional rivalries

1 week ago | thedesertreview.com | Javier Guerrero

SAN DIEGO— With the recent release of next season’s high school football schedule for 2025, some big moves have been noted in the realm of more league realignments. Teams in the Imperial Valley and Desert Leagues have once again been reshuffled so that certain rivalry games will lose steam without league-standing implications on the line.
California’s Free Fishing Days scheduled for July 5 and Aug. 30

1 week ago | thedesertreview.com | Javier Guerrero

EL CENTRO— With the dog days of summer looming on the humid horizon, many outdoor frequenters are reminded of Free Fishing Day, which comes around this time of year. For 2025, Free Fishing Day is scheduled for July 5 and Aug. 30. According to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), on Free Fishing Day, the public can fish throughout California without a fishing license. To avoid confusion regarding rules and regulations for that day, CDFW enforces all laws as usual.
Padres drop series to Dodgers, slip in NL West standings

1 week ago | thedesertreview.com | Javier Guerrero

SAN DIEGO — After sharpening their shillelaghs for battle against National League West rival the Los Angeles Dodgers, the San Diego Padres squandered a chance to climb the standings. The Padres entered the three-game showdown with Los Angeles after back-to-back series victories and a split against San Francisco. With a chance to overtake the Dodgers for first place in the NL West with a series win, San Diego had high hopes entering the weekend.
El Centro chief leads expanded Border Patrol raids amid court rulings

1 week ago | thedesertreview.com | Andrew Donohue |Sergio Olmos |Wendy Fry

The day after Congress certified President Donald Trump’s victory, Gregory Bovino led his Border Patrol agents hundreds of miles north, sweeping through Kern County in an audacious immigration raid that shocked the local agricultural community. At the time, Bovino, chief of the El Centro sector, said that his agents had a “predetermined list of targets,” many of whom had criminal records, before they set off for Kern County. “We did our homework,” he said.
Should Tom Homan arrest Gavin Newsom? Trump thinks "it's great."

2 weeks ago | thedesertreview.com | Libby Emmons

Riots in LA entered their fourth straight day as a bunch of people who hate America demanded that people here illegally have the right to stay. Over the weekend, we saw people burning and spitting on American flags, so last night the same groups that were distributing signs, masks, and shields handed out American flags for the protesters to wave instead of flags of other nations.
Briseño shines as new Bulldog skipper

2 weeks ago | thedesertreview.com | Javier Guerrero

CALEXICO— The future of baseball for Calexico High School just got brighter for the Bulldogs, as new head coach Luis Briseño has already brought home hardware in his first stint on the diamond. Calexico’s recent CIF run and success on the baseball field were led by first-year head coach Luis Briseño, who was hired during the 2024 offseason. Briseño is a Calexico native who started playing baseball early on as a youngster.