El Centro police find suspect involved in fatal hit-and-run on Imperial Avenue
On Thursday, at about 9:20 p.m., El Centro officers were called about a crash in the area of Imperial Avenue and Pico…
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Dine and Donate Fundraising event in honor of Herb Townsend
76-year-old Herb Townsend passed away Wednesday. He was a Veteran who served in the Air Force for several years. He was also a deputy at the Fresno…
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U.S. Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks resigns effective immediately
Chief Michael “Mike” Banks announced he was resigning effective immediately in an interview with Fox News, telling Fox, “It’s just…
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Fireworks Spectacular to be held at Desert Sun Stadium in honor of America’s 250th birthday
The free Fireworks Spectacular event will be held at Desert Sun Stadium and begin at 6 p.m. Families can expect food vendors and a free kids…
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Yuma couple in need of help after medical emergency in Japan
Isaac Garcia and his wife, Kahery, were celebrating their anniversary in Japan, when Kahery had a sudden…
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Rep. Ruiz calls for support for families of fallen officers
During National Police Week, Rep. Ruiz introduced a legislation to strengthen the Public Safety Officers’ Benefits…
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Man dies after broadside car crash on State Route 86
On Monday, at about 8:27 p.m., a 25-year-old woman was driving a Honda Accord eastbound on Norm Niver Road and was nearing the stop sign at an…
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Fire destroys Blue Church in Slab City
The Imperial County Fire Department was called to a trailer used as a makeshift church called the Blue…
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Man arrested for sexual abuse at Target in Yuma
A Yuma man is facing a sexual abuse charge after police say he followed a woman through a Target store and made unwanted sexual contact with her…
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Officers find cocaine in vehicle and stop smuggling attempt at San Diego Ports of Entry
On April 28 at the San Ysidro Port of Entry, CBP officers stopped a 21-year-old man in a Ford-250 and referred him to secondary…
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Cyberattack shuts down educational program Canvas
Canvas is a digital hub used by over 30 million people and educational institutions such as Princeton and…
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Summer Tribute Concert Series to be held at Quechan Casino Resort
Tribute bands are set to play in the summer months at Quechan Casino…
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Cesar Chavez Elementary School teacher selected for education program in Germany
The Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) Germany Program has educators participate in learning with others in a global…
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IVEDC hosts roadshow to share potential Imperial Valley growth
SelectUSA and Team California were welcomed to show the economic landscape of Imperial County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino…
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June ballots for Imperial County races
The candidates on the ballot for Imperial County Superior Court judge seats 2-4 are running unopposed for each seat…
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Kofa student receives $20k scholarship
The scholarship was funded by the Helios Foundation and other Arizona organizations who awarded five seniors with the opportunity to further their…
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Jury selection begins in Yuma father’s murder trial
38-year-old Daniel Harris pleaded not guilty to first degree murder. Harris was arrested in connection to the murder of his 24-year-old son, Michael…
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Yuma County teacher named 2026 National Teacher of the Year
Arilene Gaxiola was recognized by the Teachers of Tomorrow to receive the honor at the state-level. Gaxiola is an eighth-grade math teacher at San…
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Golf tournament held to support Amberly’s Place
More than 20 teams played to raise funds that will help Amberly’s Place to continue its work to help the Yuma…
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City of Yuma to replace splash pad at Friendship Park
The City of Yuma says the current splash pad is showing significant wear. The splash pad has received repairs in the past but this will be a full…
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