December 2023

Electric Vehicle travel center to open in Yuma

December 15, 2023 7:37 PM Samantha Byrd

The first Electric Vehicle (EV) Travel Center in Yuma is close to opening.

Colorado River water agreement to elevate water levels

December 15, 2023 5:19 PM Eduardo Morales

California water users along with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation worked together on the collaborative effort to conserve over 1.6 acre-feet of water to remain in Lake Mead.

Cooking with Chef Lucy: Low-carb Ginger Cookies

December 15, 2023 4:34 PM Vanessa Gongora

Chef Lucy with Top Mealz presents how to make and bake low-carb ginger cookies, perfect for the holiday season and the whole family.

First class from the regional Fire Academy graduates

December 15, 2023 4:09 PM Faith Rodriquez

Arizona Western College (AWC) said it held an inaugural graduation ceremony for the first class of the regional Fire Academy.

Governor Hobbs signs Executive Order to send AZ National Guard to border communities

December 15, 2023 3:46 PM Faith Rodriquez

Governor Hobbs signed an Executive Order to send the Arizona National Guard to the southern border.

Temperatures and clouds will increase through the weekend

December 15, 2023 3:39 PM Melissa Zaremba

Temperatures will rise throughout the weekend with some clouds lingering in our skies. There are big changes are on the way, which includes chances for rain showers several days next week.

Matthew Perry died from effects of drug ketamine, coroner says

December 15, 2023 3:31 PM The Associated Press

Matthew Perry died from the acute effects of the anesthetic ketamine, according to the results of an autopsy on the 54-year-old “Friends” actor released Friday.

Se queda sin luz albergue migrante

December 15, 2023 12:55 PM Nassieli Pizano

A falta de apoyo del gobierno federal el albergue Refugio migrante se quedó sin el servicio de energía eléctrica desde la noche del jueves afectando a 50 familias que se encuentran refugiadas en el lugar.

Yuma woman found guilty for attempted murder

December 15, 2023 12:24 PM Karina Bazarte, Vanessa Gongora

A Yuma woman who shot her boyfriend on the Interstate 8 freeway in August was found guilty of all three counts including attempted murder.

Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia announces final year in State Assembly

December 15, 2023 12:16 PM Faith Rodriquez

Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia (D-Coachella) who represents California’s 36th Assembly District announced his final year in State Assembly.

Planned Parenthood temporary facility in Imperial County now open

December 15, 2023 11:51 AM Jailene Aguilera

A temporary facility for Planned Parenthood is now open that will offer a full range of healthcare services for the communities of Imperial County and those who travel to Imperial County from neighboring states.

USPS Postmaster pushes for early holiday mailing

December 15, 2023 11:34 AM Valeria Rodriguez

According to USPS Postmaster Kraig Bess, shipping packages and items out as soon as possible is essential so everything can get to its final destination on time.

General Motors announces layoffs for next year

December 15, 2023 10:59 AM NBC News

General Motors has announced it plans to layoff some 1,300 workers in Michigan starting next year with some vehicle lines end production.

New Mexico extends ban on oil and gas leasing around Chaco park, an area sacred to Native Americans

December 15, 2023 10:13 AM The Associated Press

New oil and natural gas leasing will be prohibited on state land surrounding Chaco Culture National Historical Park, an area sacred to Native Americans, for the next 20 years under an executive order by New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard.

Jury deliberating whether actor Jonathan Majors assaulted a girlfriend in New York last spring

December 15, 2023 10:07 AM The Associated Press

A jury began deliberating Thursday whether Jonathan Majors is guilty of assault following a New York trial featuring clashing narratives about whether the rising Hollywood star was the aggressor or victim during a chaotic struggle with his then-girlfriend that began in the back seat of a car.

Pro boxer Erick Gutierrez continues impressive start to career, wins by unanimous decision

December 14, 2023 11:28 PM Vanessa Gongora

19-year-old pro boxer from Yuma Erick Gutierrez remains undefeated, now 5-0 in the flyweight division after his fight on Friday Dec. 8 in downtown Phoenix at the Arizona Financial Theatre.