Imperial County Agriculture Commission releases livestock report
In a press release, the report, presented to the Board of Supervisors, is a summary of the “estimated acreage, yield and gross production value” for…
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Oscar Mayer changes name back to the “Weinermobile”
A few months ago, Oscar Mayer said it was changing the name of its iconic vehicle to the “Frankmobile.” But fear not, the “Weinermobile” is…
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California auto workers join UAW strike against three automakers
United Auto Workers (UAW) employees are striking strike at a Mopar Parts Distribution Warehouse in Ontario. The facility supplies parts to…
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Locals react to high gas prices
Locals as well as visitors are starting to see higher gas prices in Imperial…
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Donuts for a good cause
“Hurts Donuts” will be in Yuma on Friday, September 22 at 11 a.m. at the New Mountain Church on Avenue…
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U.S. to offer free at-home COVID tests as cases rise
The Biden Administration made the announcement on Wednesday to resume offering the free tests starting…
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IID charges change after high energy costs
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) said it’s taking action after the cost of energy last month was higher than…
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Kraft Heinz is recalling some American cheese slices because the wrappers could pose choking hazard
Kraft Heinz said Tuesday it’s recalling more than 83,000 cases of individually-wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices because part of…
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Amazon hiring 250,000 seasonal workers for holiday rush
The company announced Tuesday it is hiring for a variety full-time, part-time and seasonal fulfillment center and transportation roles across the…
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Instacart goes from the supermarket to the stock market, raising $660 million with its IPO
The pricing of the IPO gave Instacart a market value of around $10 billion, significantly lower than the $39 billion value placed on it after a…
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Google brings its AI chatbot Bard into its inner circle, opening door to Gmail, Maps, YouTube
Google is introducing Bard, its artificially intelligent chatbot, to other members of its digital family, including Gmail, Maps and YouTube, as it…
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New local eGift Card allows recipients to use it at small businesses
The Yuma County Chamber of Commerce launched the Enjoy Local eGift Card that allows recipients to spend the card at many local shops and restaurants…
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UAW president and Michigan representative on strike negotiations
Face the Nation moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain and Michigan Representative Debbie Dingell on Sunday,…
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California lawsuit says oil giants deceived public on climate, seeks funds for storm damage
The American Petroleum Institute, an industry group also named in the lawsuit, said climate policy should be debated in Congress, not the…
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MC 928 Barbershop holds grand opening this weekend
The grand opening is taking place at 2951 S. Pacific Avenue, and the barbershop says free food and drinks are…
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United Auto Workers strike occurring in Arizona
About 12,700 workers walked out of plants in Missouri, Michigan, and Ohio to fight for increased pay and benefits. And this strike could have…
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Las Vegas cybersecurity shares updates on the MGM Grand cyber attacks
The hackers believed to be tied to a major cyber attack that has disrupted several casinos and hotels in las vegas are part of a cyber crime clique…
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Dave’s Hot Chicken in Yuma grand opening
Dave’s Hot Chicken in Yuma officially had its grand opening on Friday and is welcoming the community to try out their…
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What’s at stake as 13,000 workers go on strike at major US auto makers
About 13,000 auto workers have walked off the job at three targeted factories after their union leaders couldn’t reach a deal with Detroit’s…
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Biden’s rules on clean cars face a crucial test as Republican-led challenges go to DC appeals court
Efforts by the Biden administration to limit pollution from automobile tailpipes — a major source of planet-warming emissions — face a crucial…
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