Boeing Starliner pilots to return in February 2025
They will now spend at least 262 days in orbit, nearly nine months, before returning to Earth around February 22, 2025 with the two Crew 9 fliers,…
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Mega Millions jackpot increases to $575 million
It comes after no ticket matched all six numbers following Friday night’s drawing. The white balls were 28, 30, 44, 66 and 69, and the Gold Mega Ball…
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Dr. Fauci recovering after being hospitalized for contracting West Nile virus
Dr. Anthony Fauci told CBS News that he is recovering at home after being hospitalized with West Nile…
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Exceptional Community Hospital donated first-aid kits to local school
The Exceptional Community Hospital donated first-aid kits to a local…
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Arizona Supreme Court rules to allow Prop 138 to remain on November ballot
Proposition 138, or Prop 138, would allow voters to decide if employers can pay tipped workers 25% less per hour than the minimum wage if they make…
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Colorado River State Historic Park to host its free Exploration Station event
The event is a free, fun, and educational evening of science exploration, and will also feature educational booths, arts and crafts, telescopes, and…
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Arizona Office of Tourism unveils new state brand
In a press release, the office showcased “Vibrant Arizona” as a way to celebrate “the state’s diversity and and vibrant culture, unifies the identity…
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High lead levels found in California school district’s drinking water
Parents and teachers are angry over elevated lead levels in drinking water at Oakland schools as there is a growing controversy over lead levels…
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Local doctor selected as President of Yuma Regional Medical Group
The Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) has selected Kristina Diaz, MD, MBA, as the President of the Yuma Regional Medical Group…
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YRMC opens new pharmacy in the Foothills
In a press release, the pharmacy, located at YRMC Foothills Medical Plaza, will offer “Foothills and East County residents a convenient and…
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Council postpones water rate hike vote
During Wednesday night’s special meeting, several Calexico residents expressed concerns of a possible double increase on their water and sewer bill…
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Vitalant blood donation seeks more donors
One of Arizona’s major blood providers is looking for more blood donors for its upcoming…
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Removal of all-way stop in Yuma
An all-way stop in the Foothills has been removed to improve safety and traffic…
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Mexicali residents complain about “Crazy Bills”
Across the border, more customers are complaining about excessively high electricity bills, better known as “Crazy Bills,” in…
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Comite De Bien Estar receives economic grant to empower Yuma County entrepreneurs
The grant has been allocated to Comite De Bien Estar, a local organization committed to fostering entrepreneurship and supporting small businesses in…
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Real ID to be required to board flights next year
The intiative was intitally slated for enforcement beginning in May 2023, but the deadline was pushed back due to the COVID-19…
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Ford announces changes to their electric vehicle plans
The slowdown in demand for EVs has caused automakers such as Ford, General Motors and others to delay or cancel plans to avoid spending heavily on…
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Local photographer finds another invasive water snake
Another watersnake was found on camera in Yuma, this time eating a bullfrog. Last week we followed the story of an invasive watersnake not native to…
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Do you have questions about Medicare? An expert in Yuma is hosting two seminars to simplify your options
Two free Medicare seminars, Aug. 26 and Sept. 30 to answer any questions you may have and learn about Medicare basics, enrollment periods, costs,…
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APS shares how to stay prepared for monsoon season
Monsoon season started in July and rolls through the end of September. There are several different weather conditions that come along with the…
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