BBQ & Brew Festival returns to Downtown Yuma in February 2026
The annual event is taking place along Main Street Saturday, February 28, 2026, from noon to 9:00…
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Former MCAS Yuma officer dies in helicopter crash in Flagstaff
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) identified the pilot as Robert B. Skankey and the DPS paramedic trooper on board as Hunter R.…
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Temporary pedestrian facility to be placed at Calexico Port of Entry
A temporary pedestrian facility will be at the Calexico Port of Entry, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection…
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HSOY offering award for information leading to arrest of person responsible for animal cruelty
YPD had a case on January 22, around the area of Sunset Court, where the owner of a cat named Midget returned home with severe injuries on its face.…
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Bill introduced to increase federal minimum wage to $20 an hour
The Give America a Raise Act would raise the minimum wage from $7.50 an hour to $20 an hour. If passed, the raise would take affect over three years,…
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The Village Jazz Series returns to Yuma for its 18th season
The Village Jazz Series will be at the Yuma Palms Mall every Thursday starting in January through…
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AWC Matadors join third round of NJCAA Best Nickname Challenge
Arizona Western College (AWC) is set to compete in the third round of the NJCAA’s Best Nickname…
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2026 California Mid-Winter Fair & Fiesta to celebrate with junior livestock program
A program for the annual fair will celebrate livestock from local youths. The 2026 Fair & Fiesta is highlighting animals raised by…
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YCSO, Avenir Financial hold seminar to help locals recognize scam calls
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) and Avenir Financial held a seminar Tuesday morning at the Yuma Main Library to discuss scam…
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IID announces over $35K in grants available for Imperial County schools
Local Imperial County schools are eligible to receive funding for the Imperial Irrigation District’s (IID) Grants for Energy Modernization in Schools…
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Walk through Yuma history in February
The Arizona Historical Society is hosting a history tour from February 6 to February 7. The tour will by lead by representatives from the Arizona…
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Senator Gallego presses Department of Veterans Affairs on Yuma facility
During the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee (VA) hearing Wednesday, Sen. Gallego pressed the Department of Veterans Affairs on care…
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Senate holds vote for DHS funding bill
The vote was to fund government agencies, while Senate Democrats argue for immigration enforcement reforms following the shooting of Alex…
Continue Reading Free energy upgrades available to IID customers
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) announced its All Weather Energy Savings Program, where customers can save money on their energy…
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Chicanos Por La Causa offering APS crisis bill assistance
Assistance is on a first come, first served basis, with pre-screening and appointments…
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DHS sends report to Congress regarding shooting of Alex Pretti
The information from the report was based on a preliminary review by U.S. Customs and Border Protection…
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Imperial Valley Transit workers strike comes to an end after 15 days
Full service is expected to be restored starting at 5 a.m. Wednesday, January 28, after operating on a limited basis during the…
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BLM to burn vegetation at Senator Wash in January
The burn is planned for January 27 and will be about 17 miles north of Yuma. Piles of vegetation will be burned throughout the…
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Border Patrol agents to be reduced in Minneapolis
An administration official told NBC News Monday about a reduction of Border Patrol agents in…
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Yuma to celebrate 60th anniversary of airshow
The Yuma Airshow is celebrating its 60th anniversary on March 14 at MCAS Yuma. Gates open at 9 a.m. and the show ends at 4…
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