Imperial Valley News Center
Have a Safe and Happy Fourth of July
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Washington, DC - In this week's address, the President wished everyone a happy Fourth of July. He honored the individuals who, throughout the history of America, have struggled and sacrificed to make this country a better place, from our Founding Fathers, to the men and women in uniform serving at home and overseas. The President asked that on this most American of holidays we remember the words of our founders, when they declared our independence and that all are created equal, and that we continue to protect that creed and make sure it applies to every single American. And finally, he wished good luck to the U.S. Women’s National Team competing in the World Cup Final this weekend.
Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Independence Day
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Sacramento, California - Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued a proclamation declaring July 4, 2015 as Independence Day in the State of California.
Income Inequality
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Washington, DC - "Income inequality is real," according to Dan Weber, president of the Association of Mature American Citizens. He explained that the inequality is between workers who have full-time jobs and those who have given up on looking for jobs or who have had to take part-time jobs to make ends meet.
Red Cross Receives $5 Million Donation from Jack Taylor Family
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Washington, DC - The American Red Cross announced today that the Eastern Missouri Regional Chapter has been given a generous gift of $5 million from the Jack Taylor family. The donation will upgrade Red Cross blood collection and distribution equipment, support regional emergency preparedness and local disaster relief.
State Health Officer Warns of the Dangers of Excessive Heat
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Sacramento, California - California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Director and State Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith is reminding everyone to stay cool and hydrated as temperatures around the state continue to climb.
Former State Senator Leland Yee and Three Others Plead Guilty to Racketeering
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San Francisco, California - Former State Senator Leland Yee, Brandon Jackson, Keith Jackson, and Marlon Sullivan all pleaded guilty in federal court in San Francisco to charges that they engaged in racketeering activity announced United States Attorney Melinda Haag and Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent in Charge David J. Johnson. By changing their pleas from “not guilty” to “guilty” the four codefendants now each have acknowledged they have participated in the affairs of an enterprise through a pattern of racketeering activity.
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