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Chihuahua and Sonora sign megaproject for US$459 million

CHIHUAHUA, CHIH – The governors of Chihuahua and Sonora, Maru Campos and Alfonso Durazo, signed a collaboration agreement to advance the mega-project that will link Guaymas with Chihuahua with an investment of US$664 million, of which US$459...

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San Diego Restrict Sale of Flavored Tobacco

SAN DIEGO, CA - Joining three states and 335 local governments, including Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Jose, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria has signed an ordinance by Councilmember Marni von Wilpert to regulate the sale of flavored tobacco in...

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TWC allocates US$1 million in support for those impacted by Uvalde massacre

UVALDE, TX - The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) approved providing additional assistance for those impacted by the tragic events at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas The Commission's actions are focused on expanding benefits, easing...

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El Paso Approves Override of Mayor’s Veto and Renewal of City Manager’s Contract

EL PASO, TX - The El Paso City Council approved overriding Mayor Oscar Leeser's veto and authorized extending City Manager Tommy Gonzalez's contract for five years, through 2029 "I am humbled by the City Council's confidence in the leadership...

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Albuquerque budget will be of US$1.4 million for fiscal year 2023

ALBUQUERQUE, NM - Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller signed a $14 billion budget for fiscal year 2023, which, includes no tax increases and focuses on fully funding public safety departments and programs, quality of life improvements and opportunities...

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Arizona recognized for investment and job creation projects

ARIZONA - Arizona was awarded Area Development magazine's "Shovel of Gold" award, marking the second consecutive year the state has taken home the gold in the 5 to 8 million population category The Shovel Awards recognize states that "achieved...

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US$7.1 million to improve two rail crossings in Phoenix

PHOENIX, AZ - The Federal Railroad Administration announced that $71 million in Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant program funds will support proposed improvements to railroad crossings at 43rd Avenue and...

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Las Cruces Seeks to Build New Affordable Housing Complex

LAS CRUCES, NM - The City of Las Cruces has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to develop a permanent supportive housing project to be built as an extension of the Mesilla Valley Community of Hope (MVCH) campus, at 1101 W Amador Ave In...

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Fujikura announces expansion in Coahuila

COAHUILA – Governor Miguel Angel Riquelme Solis announced the double investment to be made this year in Coahuila by the Japanese company Fujikura, which will invest US$218 million and will strongly boost employment with the creation of 4,257 new...

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McDonald’s Franchisee Fined Up to $40,000 for Discriminating Against Migrant Worker in San Diego

SAN DIEGO, CA - The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it reached a settlement agreement with Sutherland Management Company, a California-based franchisee that operates four McDonald's locations in the San Diego area, following...

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