Border Report Live Celebrates 7 Years Covering the Border

The team of correspondents in San Diego, El Paso, and South Texas mark a milestone in reporting on the dynamic U.S.-Mexico border region.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 3:53am

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A serene, cinematic painting of a lone border patrol vehicle on a deserted road, with warm sunlight and deep shadows creating a contemplative mood.The Border Report team's seven years of coverage have shed light on the complex realities of the U.S.-Mexico border region.El Paso Today

The Border Report team, including correspondents in San Diego, El Paso, and South Texas, are celebrating seven years of covering news and issues along the U.S.-Mexico border. The team joins host Rudy Mireles to discuss some of the major stories they have reported on over the past several years, including topics related to immigration, border security, cartel violence in Mexico, border trade, and the ongoing water dispute between the two countries.

Why it matters

The U.S.-Mexico border region is a complex and dynamic area that has significant implications for both countries. The Border Report team's in-depth coverage of the issues and events in this region provides valuable insights and perspectives for readers on both sides of the border.

The details

Border Report launched in the summer of 2019, with San Diego correspondent Salvador Rivera joining the team in early 2020 as the COVID-19 pandemic was unfolding. Along with El Paso correspondent Julian Resendiz and South Texas correspondent Sandra Sanchez, the three correspondents have covered a wide range of stories over the past seven years, including immigration and border security, cartel violence in Mexico, border trade, and the ongoing water dispute between the U.S. and Mexico.

  • Border Report launched in the summer of 2019.
  • Salvador Rivera joined the team as San Diego correspondent in early 2020.

The players

Rudy Mireles

The host of the Border Report Live program.

Salvador Rivera

The San Diego correspondent for Border Report, who joined the team in early 2020.

Julian Resendiz

The El Paso correspondent for Border Report.

Sandra Sanchez

The South Texas correspondent for Border Report.

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The takeaway

The Border Report team's seven years of in-depth coverage of the U.S.-Mexico border region have provided valuable insights into the complex issues and events unfolding in this dynamic area, informing readers on both sides of the border.