Mexico seeks probe into border shooting near San Diego
Mexico demanded a formal investigation after a shooting by two federal agents near the San Diego Tijuana crossing left one man dead. The driver Oscar Abraham Garcia 22 of Tijuan a Mexico was killed as agents opened fire when the vehicle accelerated toward five agents blocking its path. Five male passengers, all believed to be Mexican immigrants, were detained. The shooter agents were placed on administrative leave as investigators review footage and actions.
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White House backs bilingual debate as English language amendment advances
The Senate backed English language measures amid a broader immigration bill, with President Bush expressing support for citizens learning English while Gonzales disputes any push for English as the national language. Latinos protested the move as a misinterpretation of patriotism and a risk to English learning access.
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Elyria Community Top 10 honors Gertrude Wirscham for meal program
Gertrude Wirscham is named a top 10 community honoree for leading St. Mary s Hot Meal on most Tuesdays with volunteers from parish and FP Le Catholic High School. Donations from churches help feed anyone who comes, with no one turned away, and the group is praised by the Elyria Appreciation Day Committee ahead of May 26 in Ely Square.
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Bush administration faces bed shortage to end catch and release
The Homeland Security Department watchdog says nearly 35,000 more jail beds are needed to end catch and release for dangerous illegal immigrants. The White House budget funds 6,700 beds, leaving gaps for high risk detainees. The report notes bed, funding and staffing shortages create an unofficial mini amnesty and warns of risk identifying ties to terror groups. Senate support and House proposals add thousands of beds next year.
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