Onvida Health to host Strong Start event this weekend
The event, taking place at the Yuma Main Library this Saturday at 10:30 a.m., is to bring awareness of resources and services available for moms.
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Hooters restaurant in Yuma announces permanent closure
Hooters Yuma announced, via social media, they will officially close on Sunday, August 10. Current employees will have the option to apply at other chain locations.
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Dr. Oz on drug pricing, Medicaid and rural healthcare
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator for Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about the impact of drug pricing due to tariffs, changes being made to qualify for Medicare and Medicaid services, and more.
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Bank of America CEO on jobs report, job growth and bias allegations
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about the most recent job report, job growth in the U.S. and the impact of AI, and bias allegations President Trump claims about Bank of America.
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NASA’s SpaceX Crew 11 docks at ISS
The docking, which happened just before 2:30 a.m. Eastern, marked the end of a 15-hour journey for the Dragon capsule Endeavor, which launched Friday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
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Nintendo announces price increases for its original Switch console
In addition to the original Switch, customers will face more expensive price tags for the Switch Lite console and some Switch accessories. Changes take effect Sunday.
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Local medical center creates program to help those losing healthcare coverage
“Legacy MD Medical Group” says it’s offering a direct primary care membership for people impacted by the budget reconciliation act better known as the “One, big beautiful bill.”
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Back to school vaccines available
As kids start going back to school, it’s necessary to stay up to date with vaccinations to keep them safe and healthy.
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President Trump says no extension to August 1 tariff deadline
President Donald Trump’s pause on his so-called “reciprocal” tariffs ends in just a couple of days. On Friday, hundreds of countries will learn their fate with the United States when it comes to trade.
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Dogs in California die due to an unknown cause
Neighbors say, in the last 10 days, six dogs have died and more than a dozen more have fallen ill without a clear cause.
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Local physician shares tips for a healthy and successful school year
Crowded classrooms and sharing supplies make it easy for viruses like the flu, RSV, and the common cold to spread.
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New survey shows how long each American is spending online each day
A new survey by Optimum says most Americans spends more than ten hours online each day.
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U.S. Dept. of Transportation clears planned partnership between JetBlue and United Airlines
The airlines announced their partnership in May called “Blue Sky.” JetBlue and United said Blue Sky will take flight this fall.
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Psychiatrist on why ignoring negative emotions can backfire
In her book, “Practical Optimism: The Art, Science, and Practice of Exceptional Well-Being,” Dr. Sue Varma suggests avoiding phrases that invalidate a person’s feelings, like “You’re overreacting,” “Don’t be so sensitive,” “Just let it go,” and “You’re making a big deal out of nothing.”
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Imperial Valley Transit Ride opening to the public with new app
A major upgrade is coming to Imperial County’s public ride service. Imperial Valley Transit Ride, also known as IVT Ride, will soon expand to the general public and launch a mobile app for same-day bookings.
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Deion Sanders announces he’s been cured of bladder cancer
Sanders revealed he had been diagnosed with bladder cancer. However, his oncologist says he underwent a procedure to remove his bladder and construct a new one, and he is now cancer free.
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‘Kids Eat in Color’ founder offers tips to help kids eat better
“Kids Eat in Color” founder Jennifer Anderson has specific advice on children and candy. Delay introducing sugar as long as you can. Avoid negotiating about it, and try not to frame it as “bad” so your child doesn’t feel guilty or scared.
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President Trump announces trade agreement with European Union
President Donald Trump announced a trade agreement with the European Union Sunday that would set tariffs at 15%, ending what had been months of uncertainty surrounding trade with the United States’ largest trade partner.
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Vitalant Hosts Summer Blood Drives to combat seasonal shortage in Yuma
As summer temperatures soar across Arizona, the state’s largest nonprofit blood provider is sounding the alarm on a seasonal blood shortage, and calling on Yuma residents to help.
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Yuma County reports high STD rates
According to the CDC and a recent study by Invigor Medical, Yuma County reported over 700 new STD cases per every 100,000 residents in 2023.
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