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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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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…
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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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FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY: Tracking hotter temperatures and high humidity through the weekend
A Weather Authority First Alert Action Day is staying in effect until 8 pm Sunday due to the hot and humid weather. I am tracking slightly hotter and…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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YPD seeks community’s help in identifying group of young men checking car doors
YPD said four young men were seen in the College Area on July 9, checking car doors and looking inside…
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Breast cancer survivor and single mother of one seeks community help to avoid homelessness
A single mother and her eight-year-old son are facing homelessness and are turning to the community to ask for…
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Coffee shop in Winterhaven earns certification
Spirit Mountain, a coffee shop in Winterhaven, has recently earned a national certification for its roasted…
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