Children’s Helicopter Workshop held at Yuma County Main Library
The workshop was a one-hour class focused on helping kids make their own choppers. The free event was held in the arts and crafts area of the library.
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First ever Somerton Night Bowl brings top flag football talent together
The first-ever Somerton Night Bowl brought some of the Southwest’s top flag football teams to Perricone Park Saturday night.
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U.S. average retail price of gas on the rise again
The national average price of regular grade gas now sits at $4.18 per gallon. That’s 30 cents higher than prices in the past month and 94 cents more than what the price was one year ago.
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Sunsest Health holds ribbon cutting ceremony in Somerton for brand new clinic
The state of the art facility will provide the local and surrounding areas with top of the line health care and services.
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Tracking the end of an extended heat wave
After 18 straight days of extreme heat across the region, we finally are tracking a chance for some relief.
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Career day held by Quechan Parks and Recreation
Those in attendance we able to receive educational information and career path opportunities with numerous businesses.
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Trailer fire in Winterhaven sparks wild brush fire
The Yuma Fire Department (YFD) responded to a call of a trailer fire in Winterhaven near the area of Foster Road and Arnold Road.
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Eight children hospitalized after a car crashes into preschool
In Glendale, California, eight children were taken to a hospital after a car crashed into a preschool Friday afternoon.
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Bug Fire in Nevada grows to 4,100 acres
Just north of Reno, Nevada evacuation orders and warnings are in place as crews battle the Bug Fire.
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Two firefighters dead after helicopter crash in Utah
The FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause of the crash. The names and ages of the two firefighters were not immediately released.
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CBS 13 Sports: Semi-professional soccer inches closer to a return in Yuma
Yuma City FC has officially finalized its roster as the club prepares for its inaugural season in the United Premier Soccer League, marking a major milestone for Yuma’s first UPSL franchise.
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Yuma City FC finalizes inaugural roster ahead of UPSL debut
With its inaugural season just over a month away, Yuma City FC has officially finalized its roster, completing its second round of signings ahead of the club’s debut in the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL).
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Tracking tropical conditions along with extreme heat
It’s been over two weeks with extreme heat across our region and I’m tracking that to continue throughout the weekend.
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CBS 13 Sports: Friday edition of Morgan’s Game Day Grub
Former Yuma sports reporter Mac Friday sits down with KYMA Sports Director Morgan Feller to talk about his nearly four-year career covering high school sports in Yuma County.
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Arizona Western women’s soccer begins exhibitions
The Arizona Western College women’s soccer team has officially begun preparations for the 2026 season, taking an early step toward another national title pursuit with an exhibition match against NCAA Division I opponent UC Riverside.
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Locals honor Purple Heart Day
Friday is National Purple Heart Day, recognizing those who have been wounded or killed in combat including several here in our area.
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Alexis Rangel runs for Calexico City Council
Alexis Rangel, a former member of the Calexico Police Advisory Traffic and Code Enforcement Commission, has officially filed for a position on the Calexico City Council. One of her main focuses is bringing businesses back to the downtown area.
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Yuma County continues fight against illegal dumping
Yuma County officials are continuing efforts to reduce illegal dumping through expanded cleanup initiatives, free disposal resources and strict enforcement.
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New principal eager to lead El Centro alternative high schools
Monica Martinez has been named the new principal of Desert Oasis High School and Phoenix Rising High School.
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YPD hiring 911 emergency dispatchers
The application window closes this Sunday, August 9, at 11:59 p.m. Arizona time. Residents must complete the formal application process by the deadline to be considered for the current hiring round.
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