One Yuma family is seeking the city’s response for removal of the memorial cross set for their family member. The cross that was removed was placed to remember Lisa Munoz, formerly known as Lisa Rivera. Munoz died last May after being shot to death by an officer while responding to a domestic disturbance in the
Continue ReadingAnza-Borrego Desert State Park in Borrego Springs is the largest state park in California. In the recent weeks, Borrego Springs has seen an increase of visitors visiting to see the super bloom take place just 50 miles west of Brawley, Calif. Park officials said that the super bloom is due to the rainy winter California
Continue ReadingVanessa es una joven de 26 años que cayó en el mundo de la prostitución luego de que fue engañada por un hombre a traves de redes sociales , ella es de Michoacan y con falsas promesas la trajeron a Mexicali donde actualmente trabaja en las calles del centro de la ciudad vendiendo su cuerpo
Continue ReadingAt least six home fires have been sparked since 2018 in Yuma County, all from residents not cleaning the lint that accumulates inside extractor fans at home. Chief of Somerton Fire Department, Paul De Anda, said that these incidents can be easily prevented, but unfortunately, it’s something residents don’t even think about until it’s too
Continue ReadingPor lo general la mayoría de los niños son hiperactivos, inatentos o impulsivos y esto es natural de su edad, sin embargo esto tambien podría representar que su hijo tiene el trastorno de deficit de atencion e hiperactividad comúnmente conocido como ADHD en ingles. Existen 3 tipos de TDAH el primero es Deficit de Atencion
Continue ReadingFive people were hospitalized after being involved in a sedan versus off-road vehicle crash at Avenue 12E and Highway 95 Thursday afternoon. According to Rural Metro Fire Department, a call was made at 3:20 p.m. regarding reports of a two-vehicle accident. Authorities said six people were involved in the incident. One refused treatment and five
Continue ReadingA woman, who was suspected of smuggling two illegal immigrants, attempted to flee from Border Patrol agents and crashed into a canal Thursday. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said the 22-year-old woman fled from agents after picking up two illegal immigrants in a vehicle. CBP officials added that she crashed into a canal,
Continue ReadingIt’s warming up here in Arizona, and warmer months means kitten season. This also means more work for the City of Yuma Animal Control unit that takes in multiple animals per day whether they are injured, feral animals or lost strays. $20,000 worth of grant money has recently been approved for animal control to use
Continue ReadingThe Latest on a Phoenix police officer (all times local): 10:25 a.m. A Phoenix Police Department spokesman says an officer has died after being struck by a vehicle at a collision scene Thursday. Sgt. Tommy Thompson says Officer Paul Rutherford was struck while on the roadway and died after being transported to a hospital in
Continue ReadingPresident Donald Trump said Thursday that it’s time for the United States to recognize Israel’s control over the disputed Golan Heights, an announcement that signals a shift in U.S. policy and comes ahead of the Israeli prime minister’s planned visit next week to the White House. The administration has been considering recognizing Israel’s sovereignty over
Continue ReadingA candlelight vigil was held for Brawley business owner Ryan Harsany Tuesday night. The vigil was held at Inferno restaurant, the business Harsany owned. Harsany was killed at his roller-skating rink business in San Bernardino on Saturday. His murder was a shock to the Brawley community. Community members and leaders came together at the vigil
Continue ReadingSearchers have found the body of a 5-year-old California girl who fell into a rain-swollen river in the Sierra Nevada foothills over the weekend. The Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department says Matilda Ortiz was found dead Wednesday afternoon. The child slipped off rocks and fell into the Stanislaus River Sunday evening at Knights Ferry, a sprawling
Continue ReadingPresident Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Thursday requiring U.S. colleges to certify that they protect free speech on their campuses or risk losing federal research funding, White House officials said. Trump initially proposed the idea during a March 2 speech to conservative activists, highlighting the case of Hayden Williams, an activist who
Continue ReadingThe attorney association said there’s no deal with the county, but they’re going back to work anyway. The county’s offer was not what they expected. Twyla Johnson, I.C. Deputy District Attorney Association, said, “We find out that actually they’re not going to give us any of that stuff unless Mr. Otero eliminates three attorney positions.”
Continue ReadingLottery officials say the Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $625 million. The jackpot on Saturday would be the seventh-largest in U.S. history, with an estimated lump sum payout of $380.6 million before taxes. The odds of winning are extremely long, at 1 in 292.2 million, but they do get beaten. The buyers of
Continue ReadingSuicide is a sensitive topic that not a lot of us talk about, but in recent years statistics show that it should be a topic of conversation. To address this important issue, a local college is holding a training session to try and help those who need someone to talk to. Suicide is the second
Continue ReadingThe Yuma Police Department has created a program called the ‘Citizen Police Academy’ where throughout a 12-week course the community can learn the basics of being an officer. Sergeant Lor Franklin shared with News 11 that it is easy to forget how law enforcement put their lives on the line every single day, and this
Continue ReadingJason Windus gave his California neighbor something to look at during a dispute over the height of a backyard fence — naked mannequins having a garden party. Four of the fashion dummies are seated in wicker chairs around a matching table. Another is standing with its arms over its head and shamrocks over on its
Continue ReadingA survey conducted by Arizona State University estimated that more than $450 million was generated by winter visitors spending during the 2017-2018 season. The Palms RV resort sees the money generated first-hand. ” It’s going to cost you three to $4,000 to rent. It’s going to cost you $40 to $10,000 to buy a lot,
Continue ReadingThe Yuma Elementary School District One broke ground today at the brand new Dorothy Hall construction site. This will be the newest addition to the school district making it the 18th school around the county. More than 50 people were present at the ceremony, a project that couldn’t have been done without the Hall family,
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