Throughout the years, the Marine Corps has been predominantly held by men, and according to Military Today, it is still the branch of the military with the lowest percentage of women by far. Major McCullough is the Executive Officer at the Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron at MCAS Yuma, second in command to the commanding officer.
Continue ReadingIn the United States, health care can be difficult to afford. But for the thousands of migrants currently showing up at the U.S.-Mexico border, it’s nearly impossible. In recent months, the number of migrants entering the United States has increased significantly. In March alone, U.S. Customs and Border Protection saw nearly 92,000 apprehensions at the
Continue ReadingMCAS announces the new dates for the 2020 Airshow. According to MCAS YUMA, the dates are as followed: March 13-14, 2020. On March 13 gates open at 4:30 p.m. and The Twilight Show begins at 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. MCAS is hoping to bring some of this year’s past attendees to the show. March 14 is
Continue ReadingThe southern border remains a high priority in Washington. This week, the Trump Administration asked Congress for $4.5 billion in emergency border funding. Now, there’s a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the influx of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border. “Everybody pretty much understands what the problem is, and understands that this is going to get
Continue ReadingGov. Doug Ducey will decide whether to let people own nunchucks after lawmakers voted Thursday to lift restrictions on the weapons used in martial arts. Arizona allows people to have nunchucks to prepare for competition, but supporters say those who practice martial arts shouldn’t have to worry they’ll face charges for possessing the weapon made
Continue Readingp.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica; color: #454545}p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica; color: #454545; min-height: 14.0px} A Tucson man is facing charges for allegedly transporting thousands of fentanyl pills. The Arizona Attorney General’s Office announced Thursday that a grand jury indicted Shane Dawson Stewart on three drug-related charges.
Continue ReadingAbout one in five people who die from drowning are children 14 and younger. May is National Water Safety Month and safety officials around Yuma want your family to be safe this summer. Pools, canals, and the Colorado River here in Yuma are just a few examples of what parents need to be aware of.
Continue ReadingThe Yuma community is mourning the loss of Monsignor Richard O’Keeffe. Monsignor O’Keeffe passed away Thursday afternoon. He was a pastor at Immaculate Conception Church in Yuma and was named Episcopal Vicor, Pastor Emeritus. Monsignor O’Keeffe officiated countless weddings, baptisms and many other ceremonies for Catholic parishioners. He was also very active in the community.
Continue ReadingFour armed robberies have happened within 10 days at Yuma convenience stores. The Yuma Police Department said they are currently looking for one male suspect in connection to the robberies that began on April 23. “It appears to be the same person. [He’s] wearing hoodies. [He’s] wearing bandanas. They appear to be the same height,
Continue ReadingCongressman Raul Grijalva sent a letter to Homeland Security urging the Trump administration for more humanitarian money here in the Yuma area. One of the biggest questions county officials raised in last week’s meeting with Grijalva is the lack of transportation and whether the county will declare a state of emergency. Tony Reyes confirmed there
Continue ReadingImperial County could lose millions of dollars if next year’s census does not count everyone living in the area. Everyone counts! That’s the message of local groups coming together under the Count Me 2020 Coalition to help others understand the importance of next year’s census. Michele Silverthorn, San Diego United Way, said, “Every person that’s
Continue ReadingThe Imperial County Fire Department received a surprise visit from none other than Hollywood actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Thursday. The former WWE star took time out of his busy schedule and celebrating his birthday to greet fans in the Imperial Valley, according to the fire department’s Facebook post. {“author_name”:”Imperial County Firefighter’s Association”,”author_url”:”https://www.facebook.com/Imperial-County-Firefighters-Association-210336299062505/”,”provider_url”:”https://www.facebook.com”,”provider_name”:”Facebook”,”success”:true,”height”:null,”html”:”&#lt;div id=”fb-root”&#gt;&#lt;/div&#gt;n&#lt;script async=”1″
Continue ReadingImperial Valley College held their spring career expo today. More than one-thousand students from local elementaries and high schools were in attendance. The expo highlights careers and industries that are available to students in the Imperial County. The dean of economic workforce development, Efrain Silva, says the college has seen a rise in student enrollment,
Continue ReadingIn honor of the six million Jews who lost their lives during the Holocaust, Israel came to a two-minute standstill Thursday morning. Meanwhile, the U.S. Congress set April 28 through May 5 as this year’s Days of Remembrance for the Holocaust. YPG Heritage Museum has created a three-display exhibit to pay tribute to Holocaust victims.
Continue ReadingNo injuries were reported after two trailers caught on fire near Avenue C and Third Street Thursday evening. Rural Metro Fire Department said shortly before 5:30 p.m., a fire began in the area of Avenue C and 3rd Street. Authorities had initially received a report of one trailer on fire. Firefighters soon arrived on scene
Continue ReadingLa comida cada vez es más escasa y las enfermedades están a la orden del día, son albergues donde viven mujeres, niños y hombres. Para quienes tienden la mano a estas personas, es un sufrimiento que se vive a diario no contar con los apoyos básicos. La situación en estos lugares se recrudeció con la
Continue ReadingCuarto robos de mano armadas han sido reportados dentro los últimos diez días en tiendas de conveniencia en Yuma. Según el departamento de policía de Yuma, están buscando actualmente a un sospechoso masculino en conexión a los robos que empezaron el abril 23. Los otros tres incidentes fueron reportados en abril 30 y mayo 1.
Continue ReadingGrowing Hemp has always been a controversial matter…In fact.. it became illegal to grow in the U.S. in 1937. This year, local farmers in Yuma County may be able to start harvesting the crop, bringing up questions of how safe it is, and if it will put anyone in danger. 13 On Your Side’s Caitlin
Continue ReadingHace unas semanas la ciudad de Yuma declaró crisis por motivo de familias migrantes liberadas en la ciudad y la falta de espacio de los albergues locales para alojarlos. Tony Reyes, Jefe de la Mesa de supervisores del Condado habló con Telemundo 3 Noticias sobre su opinión ante la crisis declarada en la ciudad de
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