Yuma man appears in court following arrest
24-year-old Ismael Perez Jr. was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material after detectives with the Yuma Police Department (YPD) followed…
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American Idol to host Arizona virtual auditions
American Idol is on its virtual tour around the country and will be stopping in Arizona on Monday, August…
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YPD shares active shooter awareness
With classes starting back up, The Yuma Police Department shares how it’s helping local schools in case of an active shooter situation and sharing…
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Murder suspect mulling over plea offer
The Yuma man charged with murdering a pregnant woman and shooting another man in September of last year still needs more time to review a plea offer…
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New plea offer made in attempted armed robbery case
A new plea offer has been given by the state to the teen tied to an armed robbery attempt back in…
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Trial dates still needed in child sexual abuse case
Trial dates still need to be confirmed for the man accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl in…
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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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Upcoming “Be Well” event for local ladies
The San Luis Scholarship Pageant and the Concept Shop are partnering up to host their first Be Well…
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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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Locals celebrate World Senior Citizen Day
A local senior center hosted a celebration for its residents in honor of World Senior Citizen…
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YPD received arrest warrant from Michigan police for Yuma man
In a press release, the Auburn Hills Police Department (AHPD) sent YPD an arrest warrant, “with full extradition,” regarding a sexual offense that…
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Yuma man arrested for child sexual abuse material
According to YPD, detectives had followed leads into other criminal activity associated with Ismael Perez Jr., who was released on bond from the Yuma…
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Trial dates set for man accused of stealing money from local auto center
44-year-old Alfredo Ibarra is charged with committing fraud from April to June 2022, causing an estimated total of more than $44,000 in losses. His…
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More evidence still needs to be examined in Yuma doctor sexual abuse case
Edsel Sandoval attorney says that they are still in the early stages of examining evidence against his client and request more time for…
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Create a home you love at Olive + Oak Boutique and Creative Studio in Yuma
You can register for in-studio workshops, take home a DIY kit, or even book a private party. All ages are…
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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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RCBH held open house for its Together with Veterans Resource Center
In a press release, former Arizona State Senator and current RCBH President and CEO Amanda Aguirre said the “main mission of the center is to provide…
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Missing person found, according to YCSO
Chavez-Avalos, according to YCSO, is described as five-feet, four-inches tall, weighing approximately 200 pounds, has light brown hair and brown…
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City looking to acquire ownership of historic Yuma properties
Tonight the Yuma City Council will vote to acquire ownership of two historic…
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Local school wins top safety committee award
In a press release, Somerton High School received a $10,000 “safety committee” award during YUHSD’s monthly Governing Board meeting on…
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