14-year-old student arrested over social media threats of shooting at Irvine middle school
A 14-year-old student in Irvine was arrested on suspicion of making threats of a shooting at the middle school he attends, officials…
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AWC to host college Enrollment Roundup Event
Arizona Western College (AWC) is hosting a college enrollment event for future Yuma Campus…
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Imperial County proceeds with Lithium Valley master planning
On Tuesday, April 12th, the Imperial County Board of Supervisors moved forward with the development of Lithium Valley at the board meeting.…
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Teacher of the year to be announced next week
The 35th annual Teacher of the Year Banquet is taking place at the Yuma Civic and Convention…
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University of Arizona Alumni Chapter to hold scholarship celebration in May
The YumaCats University of Arizona Alumni Chapter is back at it again to benefit local students and show off their outstanding local support.…
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Local high school student signs with US Coast Guard
A local senior has just signed with the U.S Coast Guard after going through multiple service academy…
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2 new chief residents welcomed at YRMC
The Yuma Regional Medical Center welcomes two new chief residents, Drs. Kristianne Amurao and Michael McCullagh for the 2022-23 academic…
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SDSU Calexico students help those affected by domestic violence
A group of liberal studies students at San Diego State University (SDSU) Calexico campus are collecting donations for WomanHaven which shelters…
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Governor Ducey signs bill to allow kids in school to take moment of silence
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed a new bill into law as a benefit to kids in…
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Legislature moving to add new teacher certification paths
The Arizona legislature could soon approve changes to the teacher certification process designed to address a shortage of classroom…
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Legislature moving to add new teacher certification paths
The Arizona Legislature could soon approve changes to the teacher certification process designed to address a shortage of classroom instructors by…
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A local kindergarten class learning about leadership gets a special visit
Students in Marian Carol’s kindergarten class at Desert View Academy are studying our nation’s leaders. They’ve learned about our presidents and…
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University of Southern California sues YouTubers over pranks
The University of Southern California is suing two YouTube performers who the school says created panic after barging into classrooms to film prank…
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Tuition increases approved for Arizona universities
Tuition increases for incoming freshmen students who are state residents and larger boosts for non-residents are on the way for Arizona’s three…
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Calexico Unified School District appoints interim superintendent
The Calexico Unified School Board in a special meeting voted to appoint Dr. Brian Thurman as the acting superintendent of the Calexico Unified School…
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College admissions scam’s test-taking ace is set for sentencing today
The man who authorities say was a key cog in a sprawling college admissions scam to help wealthy parents buy their children’s way into universities…
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Fourth Avenue Junior High promotes hands-on learning
Two different classes at Fourth Avenue Junior High School had hands-on, real-world experience learning in the classroom…
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SDSU Calexico campus helping veterans with their dreams
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and San Diego State University in Calexico are helping veterans start or grow their businesses.…
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White House to extend student loan pause through August
The Biden administration plans to freeze federal student loan payments through Aug. 31, extending a moratorium that has allowed millions of Americans…
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Best S.T.E.P. Forward creates podcast for children with disabilities
Best S.T.E.P. Forward started a podcast with kids as co-host to help bring awareness and acceptance to those with…
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