Imperial Valley News Center
Mexican man sentenced in Montana to nearly 13 years in federal prison
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Missoula, Montana - A Mexican man living in California was sentenced Wednesday to 151 months in federal prison for conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
Navy Aircraft Support Missing El Faro Search Efforts
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Miami, Florida - Two U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft from Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Squadron FIVE (VP-5), the "Mad Foxes" are conducting flight operations today in support of search efforts for the missing cargo ship El Faro led by U.S Coast Guard 7th District Command Center in Miami.
USDA Awards $34.3 Million to Support Communities' Local Foods Infrastructure, Increase Access to Fruits and Vegetables
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Washington, DC - Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack helped to kick off the nation's harvest season by announcing nearly $35 million in new funding through four grant programs to support local and regional food systems, including farmers markets. Secretary Vilsack has named strengthening local food systems as one of the four pillars of USDA's efforts to revitalize rural economies and communities.
U.S. Department of Education Awards More Than $51 Million in New Awards to 96 Hispanic-Serving Institutions
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Washington, DC - The U.S. Department of Education announced today that 96 Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) will receive more than $51 million in new awards to strengthen and expand educational opportunities for Hispanic and low-income students. The HSI program provides grants to make college more attainable for Hispanic students and allows institutions to enhance their academic offerings, program quality and institutional stability.
CDC awards $22,800,000 to increase colorectal cancer screening
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Washington, DC - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced it has awarded a total of $22,800,000 to 24 state health departments, as well as six universities, and one American Indian tribe to increase colorectal screening. The grants, awarded in a competitive process, are designed to increase colorectal (colon) cancer screening rates among men and women aged 50 to 75 years.
Governor Brown Acts on Legislation to Strengthen Criminal Justice
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Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today announced that he has acted on the following bills to strengthen criminal justice in California:
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