Relay For Life of Yuma County Celebrates 30 Years This Weekend
YUMA , Ariz. — A major community event focused on hope, remembrance, and the fight against cancer is returning to Yuma this weekend. Relay For Life…
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Yuma murder suspect sentenced in court
Fernando Malta was sentenced to 1.5 years for attempted arson, along with two additional one year sentences for evidence tampering, which will run…
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Midnight at the Oasis returns to Yuma
One of Yuma’s most well-known community events is back this weekend as Midnight at the Oasis returns for three days of classic cars, music and family…
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Nearly 950 pounds of liquid methamphetamine seized
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers say they found 944 pounds of liquid meth concealed inside the fuel tank of commercial…
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Tucson man charged in Border Patrol shooting
34-year-old Patrick Gary Schlegel was indicted on charges including attempted murder of a federal officer, assault on a federal officer, and…
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Elvis Tribute Concert in Yuma to Benefit CASA Program
The “Shake, Rattle and Roll” event will take place Friday, March 13, 2026 at the Yuma Civic Center, bringing high-energy rock and roll to the stage…
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Sen. Mark Kelly visits Somerton auto shop
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) visited Yuma County Friday, stopping at Yepez Automotive Repair in Somerton to hear directly from a local business owner…
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Yuma man accused of sexually abusing a child accepts plea deal
46-year-old James David Schultz pleaded guilty to sexual conduct with a minor, molestation of a child and attempted sexual exploitation of a…
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Suspect in Yuma jewelry store theft sentenced
36-year-old Deandre Lamar Wells has been sentenced to four years of intensive probation after pleading guilty to theft last…
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Voluntary recall of marijuana products due to contamination
Certain cannabis products may be contaminated with Aspergillus, a fungus that can cause allergic reactions or infection, usually in people with…
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Rep. Adelita Grijalva holds regular office hours in Yuma County
Rep. Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz.) is making a point to be a visible presence in Yuma County, holding regular office hours to ensure residents know help…
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Yuma man linked to multiple robberies accepts plea deal
41-year-old Miguel Angel Soqui pleaded guilty to theft of a means of transportation. No probation will be available. His sentencing is scheduled for…
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YFD responds to house fire on E. 26th Place
YFD was called to the area of E. 26th Place and S. James Avenue just before 2:45 p.m. Sunday. When crews arrived, they found brown smoke coming from…
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Yuma man takes plea deal in drug case involving meth
42-year-old Jacob Cody Allison pled guilty Tuesday for possession of drug paraphernalia involving…
Continue Reading Yuma man facing minimum eight years with plea deal in drug case
36-year-old Fernando Malta pled guilty Tuesday to possession of a narcotic drug. His sentencing is scheduled for March…
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Yuma Anti-Drug Coalition to distribute free Narcan
Starting Monday through Friday at 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., their office, off of W. First Street and N. Second Avenue, will be one of five free…
Continue Reading Zales burglary suspect accepts plea deal
36-year-old Deandre Lamar Wells pled guilty to theft. His sentencing is scheduled for February…
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Woman accused of Yuma hit-and-run accepts plea deal
21-year-old Yancy Antonio pled guilty last week to leaving the scene of an accident. Her sentencing is scheduled for February…
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Man accused of deadly stabbing in Yuma sentenced
46-year-old Charlie Vega was sentenced to 16 years in prison for second degree murder last…
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Use of drones banned over MCAS Yuma
MCAS Yuma says the operation of all unmanned aircraft, also known as drones, is strictly prohibited on and over its installations and training…
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