May 2020

YRMC discusses handling of potential COVID-19 peak

May 24, 2020 5:50 PM Cody Lee

As the number of positive COVID-19 cases continues rise, Yuma Regional Medical Center says they are prepared to care for patients as a community hospital.

Ahora hay 670 casos de coronavirus en el condado de Yuma

May 24, 2020 5:10 PM Ericka Conant

Las autoridadesde salud informaron que no hubo fallecimientos adicionales por la enfermedad el dia de hoy, manteniendo el número de defunciones en todo el condado en 10.

White House imposes coronavirus travel ban on Brazil

May 24, 2020 4:37 PM The Associated Press

Trump had already banned certain travelers from China, Europe, the United Kingdom and Ireland and, to a lesser extent, Iran. He has not moved to ban travel from Russia, which has the world’s third-highest caseload.

Arizona teen is rescued from mine shaft

May 24, 2020 4:13 PM Ericka Conant, April Hettinger

Maricopa county officials report the 17-year-old teen fell off of an all-terrain vehicle, getting himself stuck in New River.

There are now 670 cases in Yuma County

May 24, 2020 3:13 PM Ericka Conant

The latest report shows progress in terms of testing, with nearly 7,000 Yuma residents now screened.

Men make up 63% of all cases in Baja California

May 24, 2020 2:29 PM Ericka Conant

The Baja California Secretary of Health delivered a press release on the latest coronavirus numbers in the state.

Memorial Day even more poignant as veterans die from virus

May 24, 2020 1:36 PM The Associated Press

Others around the country are struggling to find ways to honor fallen heroes on a Memorial Day like no other, with people avoiding crowds to prevent the spread of the virus.

Sonora surpasses 100 deaths

May 24, 2020 1:11 PM Ericka Conant

Hermosillo leads the state with 478 cases, followed by SLRC with 297. However SLRC leads the state in terms of deaths, with 32. The city of Cajeme follows with 18, and Hermosillo with 12.

Memorial Day weekend draws crowds and triggers warnings

May 24, 2020 12:39 PM The Associated Press

Sheriff’s deputies and beach patrols tried to make sure people kept their distance from others as they soaked up the rays on the sand and at parks and other recreation sites around the country.

Dozens rally outside of State Prison Complex in Yuma

May 23, 2020 6:13 PM Cody Lee

Saturday afternoon, dozens rallied, demanding the release of inmates at the local Arizona State Prison Complex.

Agents arrest two in human smuggling scheme

May 23, 2020 5:18 PM Ericka Conant, April Hettinger

It happened Thursday evening, when agents near Palo Verde, California encountered a suspicious Toyota sedan.

Yuma Regional Medical Center releases surge plans

May 23, 2020 3:53 PM Ericka Conant, April Hettinger

Today, YRMC confirms 21 of these patients are in the ICU and the ICU has not reached capacity. The hospital has also released the following plan:

Yuma County up 41 new coronavirus cases

May 23, 2020 3:10 PM Ericka Conant

New statistics show the 20 to 44 age group continues to make-up the largest bulk of cases — representing 41% of all cases countywide. However the critical 65+ category is steadily growing, now with 111 cases.

Arizona nursing facilities to receive $41 million in federal funding

May 23, 2020 1:46 PM Ericka Conant, April Hettinger

Each facility will receive a fixed distribution of $50,000, plus $2,500 per bed. All certified SNFs with six or more certified beds are eligible.

In Mexican border cities, many fear virus is coming from US

May 23, 2020 1:33 PM The Associated Press

At least one American border region is experiencing a spike in hospitalizations that some believe is driven by American citizens who live in Mexico coming to the U.S. for care.

Border agents rescue two men from drowning

May 23, 2020 12:58 PM Ericka Conant

Agents say BORSTAR agents responded to the All American Canal to assist the second individual who was physically exhausted and could no longer swim.

Los casos en Sonora alcanzan 1.410

May 23, 2020 12:36 PM Ericka Conant

Hermosillo lidera el estado con 447 casos, seguido por SLRC con 288. Sin embargo, SLRC lidera el estado en términos de muertes, con 32. La ciudad de Cajeme le sigue con 14, y Hermosillo con 10.

Cases in Sonora reach 1,410

May 23, 2020 11:58 AM Ericka Conant

Hermosillo leads the state with 447 cases, followed by SLRC with 288. However SLRC leads the state in terms of deaths, with 32. The city of Cajeme follows with 14, and Hermosillo with 10.