Known for its beaches and big waves, Imperial Beach was founded in 1887. At first, it was a coastal summer retreat for people from the Imperial Valley, giving the city its name. CBS 8 was live from Imperial Beach, CA all morning on Friday, August 16, 2024, sharing all the things that make this city a special community in San Diego County. See more coverage from Imperial Beach: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/mornings/visiting-imperial-beach-california/509-114d69ba-529f-4431-a417-1d677b9bba97