From CalMatters health reporter Ana B. Ibarra:California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Friday announced a $273 million multistate settlement with New Jersey-based Amneal Pharmaceuticals for the drug manufacturer’s alleged failure to report suspicious opioid orders, and as a consequence contributing to the opioid epidemic. If the name “Amneal Pharmaceuticals” rings a bell, it’s because just days earlier Gov. Newsom and state health...… From CalMatters health reporter Ana B. Ibarra:California Attorney General Rob Bonta on Friday announced a $273 million multistate settlement with New Jersey-based Amneal Pharmaceuticals for the drug manufacturer’s alleged failure to report suspicious opioid orders, and as a consequence contributing to the opioid epidemic. If the name “Amneal Pharmaceuticals” rings a bell, it’s because just days earlier Gov. Newsom and state health...WW…

EL CENTRO— The Imperial County Arts Festival unfolded at the Imperial County Office of Education (ICOE) administrative conference center, Thursday, May 2.  A gathering that celebrated the rich tapestry of artistic talent thriving within the region's educational institutions. From its inception to its conclusion, the event promised a kaleidoscope of creativity, offering attendees a journey through painting, drawing, photography, digital art, and...… EL CENTRO— The Imperial County Arts Festival unfolded at the Imperial County Office of Education (ICOE) administrative conference center, Thursday, May 2.  A gathering that celebrated the rich tapestry of artistic talent thriving within the region's educational institutions. From its inception to its conclusion, the event promised a kaleidoscope of creativity, offering attendees a journey through painting, drawing, photography, digital art, and...WW…

EL CENTRO — Baseball season for Imperial Valley League (IVL) and Desert League (DL) is pretty much a wrap with minor wrinkles to be ironed out having two games remaining in league play. Below is a breakdown of how things are shaping up for both leagues going into the final week of conference play.IVL Southwest is currently 5-2 in IVL play and is in the driver conference standings. The Eagles have two more games remaining on schedule and can clinch...… EL CENTRO — Baseball season for Imperial Valley League (IVL) and Desert League (DL) is pretty much a wrap with minor wrinkles to be ironed out having two games remaining in league play. Below is a breakdown of how things are shaping up for both leagues going into the final week of conference play.IVL Southwest is currently 5-2 in IVL play and is in the driver conference standings. The Eagles have two more games remaining on schedule and can clinch...WW…

Once again, Riverside County reporter Janet Wilson has enlightened us on more dark money.   This time it is seemingly not linked to the independent political action committee (PAC) which was created for the March 5, 2024, election cycle.  Named Economic Prosperity for Imperial County (EPIC), the PAC funded mailers for Supervisors races for Raul Navarro, Peggy Price, and Martha Cardenas...… Once again, Riverside County reporter Janet Wilson has enlightened us on more dark money.   This time it is seemingly not linked to the independent political action committee (PAC) which was created for the March 5, 2024, election cycle.  Named Economic Prosperity for Imperial County (EPIC), the PAC funded mailers for Supervisors races for Raul Navarro, Peggy Price, and Martha Cardenas...WW…