San Luis l Port of Entry construction could mean longer wait times
The project is scheduled to begin Saturday, June 20, and is expected to last approximately four to five months, with completion anticipated by late…
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Yuma County shares drop box and voting locations for Arizona Primary 2026
The last day to register to vote is June 22. Early voting and ballots will be mailed out on June…
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Fate of Yuma man accused in friend’s killing now in jury’s hands
Emotions were high in the courtroom Thursday as both the defense and the prosecution delivered their closing arguments to the…
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YPG welcomes new commander
The ceremony, a longstanding military tradition, symbolizes the transfer of authority and responsibility through the passing of the unit’s…
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Yuma Dutch Bros. to donate in support of Boys & Girls Clubs
Throughout the day, participating Yuma Dutch Bros. locations will donate one dollar from every drink sold to support Boys and Girls Clubs in…
Continue Reading Yuma man charged with murdering his friend testifies in his own defense, says shooting was accidental
20-year-old Keith Simmons is charged with second-degree murder and unlawful discharge of a firearm in the August 2024 shooting death of his friend,…
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Cooling centers, water stations help Yuma residents beat the heat
As triple-digit temperatures return to Yuma, local organizations and community partners are stepping up to help residents stay safe during another…
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Somerton to break ground on first phase of Downtown improvements
City officials say the project has been in the works for about 10 years and was originally designed back in 2016 after funding was…
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Better Business Bureau: How to choose the right moving company
Moving is always a stressful project. Throw in the threat of a moving scam, and things get even worse. Before hiring a moving company, careful…
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Proposed QuikTrip could be coming to Yuma; residents voice concerns at city hall rezoning meeting
One of the nation’s most popular convenience store chains may be on its way to Yuma, and locals had the opportunity to share their thoughts at the…
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Arizona Secretary of State seeks reelection
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes stopped in Yuma Tuesday as he campaigns for reelection, laying out what he says are his priorities are and…
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AWC celebrates first female president
Arizona Western College (AWC) welcomed a new chapter in its history this week as Dr. Reetika Dhawan officially began her tenure as the institution’s…
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Local run club in Yuma to host Pepe Canal Dash 5K this weekend
According to the Canal Run Club, the event is taking place Saturday at West Wetlands Park at 6…
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CBP warns travelers of delays and construction at San Luis I Port of Entry
According to CBP, construction will begin Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the port of entry and will last for about four to five…
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University of Arizona Yuma expands program to grow future agricultural leaders
The program, which launched in 2024 with just six to seven students, has grown to 27 participants and is designed to help develop future agricultural…
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Inside AgTech operations
AgTech opened its Somerton-area facility to media and elected officials, giving a tour of how the process works from start to…
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Level 3 sex offender: Jose Quintero-Cervantes
YCSO says 72-year-old Jose Quintero-Cervantes told them he is living in the area of S. May Avenue, near the West Main Canal, in…
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Level 3 sex offender: Harrison Jody
YCSO says 47-year-old Harrison Jody told them he is living in the area of E. Spring Street, near Columbia Avenue, in…
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YPG reflects on D-Day legacy
During the war, thousands of troops trained in the Desert Southwest, including at Camp Laguna, which was located within what is now…
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Freedom Library to host Independence Day Celebration
The event is taking place at the Historic Yuma Theatre, located at 254 S. Main Street, on Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to…
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