Imperial Beach
Americannoun
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The McCoys settled in Imperial Beach in the early 1970s — Mike was a veterinarian, Patricia a teacher — when the coastal protection movement was spreading across the state amid fears of overdevelopment and privatization.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026
At a 1977 Imperial Beach meeting packed with marina supporters, Mike McCoy drew his line in the sand.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026
Sewage and debris flow from Tijuana are an ever-present threat and decades-long source of frustration and anger in Imperial Beach, where beaches have been closed and some residents have planted “Stop the Stink” yard signs.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026
Covering la migra is personal for Frey, who grew up in Tijuana and Imperial Beach with views of the U.S.-Mexico border fence.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026
Earlier me and Rondell were wandering around Imperial Beach for the third day in a row trying to brainstorm our next move.
From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña
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