Temperatures continue to heat up!
It’s going to be hotter than normal with highs in the low and mid 100s this week, bringing moderate heat risks to the Desert Southwest. Get ready for…
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New bill aims to crack down on adults soliciting teens
A new bill in California could soon make it a felony for adults to solicit sex from 16- and 17-year-olds. Right now, it’s a misdemeanor, but Assembly…
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Hotel San Carlos in Downtown Yuma sold for redevelopment
The building faces a rebirth, and will bring a positive impact to the economy and social life of Downtown Yuma, according to City of Yuma Mayor Doug…
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Homicides drop significantly in San Luis, Mexico
The Sonora State Police took control of security in San Luis, Mexico, for the second time in less than a year due to an increase in…
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Second shooting suspect on Arizona Avenue appears in court
The second suspect accused of trying to murder a man in a shooting was formally charged Tuesday in…
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Local students receive scholarships from Agriculture groups
Students from around Yuma county are receiving scholarships from local Agriculture…
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Community prayer service to be held for Yuma baby found in garbage can
Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls announced there will be a Community Prayer Service on Thursday, May 22 at 2 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church (1815 S. 8th…
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George Wendt, “Cheers” actor, dies at 76
George Wendt, the comedian and actor known for his beloved role as Norm on “Cheers,” has died, a family representative told CBS…
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Epic Universe theme park to open this week
The new Universal Studios theme park, “Epic Universe,” is opening this Thursday in Orlando,…
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Researchers say bees are facing a growing list of threats
A report out of England says bees are under pressure from microplastics, heavy metals, pesticides and even light pollution from street lamps.…
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Offices at the City of San Luis to close for Memorial Day
While offices will reopen on Tuesday, the City says, “Emergency services will remain…
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Student found to have gun during Wellton school ceremony
Officers were called on the evening of May 19 about a possible firearm on campus during the Wellton Elementary School 8th Grade Promotional…
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Elon Musk to spend less money on politics
Musk was interviewed at the Qatar Economic Forum where he told a moderator with Bloomberg he’ll be doing a lot less political spending in the future…
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Millions of Americans to see changes to their Social Security benefits
The changes impact about 2.8 million retired teachers, firefighters, police officers and some federal workers who receive a public pension that…
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Imperial County residents react to President Trump enacting the ‘Take It Down Act’
On Monday, President Trump signed the bipartisan bill into law, criminalizing those who publish nonconsensual, sexually explicit images and videos…
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Baby pudu at Oakland Zoo named after Incan moon goddess
A baby pudu at the Oakland Zoo has been given the name Quilla after a moon goddess in Incan culture, the zoo…
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Menendez brothers’ parole hearing postponed
On Monday, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation announced the parole hearing dates have been pushed back to August 21 and…
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Port of Los Angeles announces a decrease in imports
Officials announced Monday the Port of Los Angeles handled 843,000 containers last month. It’s a 9.5% increase from April of last year. But in the…
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IDF issues evacuation order for residents in southern Gaza
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) issued an evacuation order for Khan Yunis, warning of an “unprecedented attack” on “terrorist organizations” in the…
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Congressman Raul Ruiz delivers remarks on Palm Springs explosion
Congressman Raul Ruiz (D-Calif.) delivered remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives Monday regarding the devastating Palm Springs…
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