Local reacts to SCOTUS ruling on affirmative action in college admissions
The Supreme Court ruling came down Thursday and sent shockwaves through the academic world. Locally, one first-generation college grad with roots in…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Ride along the border with Yuma County Sheriff Leon Wilmot
Samantha Byrd rode along with Yuma County Sheriff Leon Wilmot, on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Yuma sector…
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Man arrested after several violent crimes committed in Yuma
The Yuma Police Department (YPD) announced a major arrest following a years-long investigation into multiple felony crimes across Yuma…
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New commanding officer at MCAS Yuma
Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma hosted a change of command ceremony Thursday morning to welcome a new commanding…
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Westbound lane restrictions on I-8 in Yuma begin July 2
The Arizona Department of Transportation announced a closure and lane restrictions along Interstate 8 in Yuma beginning July…
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Local fire department prepared for summer heat calls
The summer is in full effect with high temps expected this Fourth of July…
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Crossroads Mission’s “First Step Center of Excellence” celebrates 15 years
The “First Step Center” is a detox facility that enables people to stabilize from drugs or alcohol by offering a safe environment where individuals…
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Humane Society of Yuma partners with local casinos for a good cause
The Humane Society of Yuma was chosen by Quechan Casino Resort and Paradise Casino to be one of the non-profit organizations where casino customers…
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City of Somerton to host Fourth of July ‘Retro Celebration’
The festivities will take place on Saturday, July 1 with a “Retro” concert, including a “Queen” tribute…
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Antelope Union High School District taken over by the state
After five years of overspending their budget, the Antelope Union High School District was taken over by the state.…
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YPD to conduct impaired driving detail on Fourth of July weekend
Starting from Saturday, July 1 to Tuesday, July 4, officers will be patrolling the streets of Yuma, looking to stop and arrest drivers under the…
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Young man arrested for allegedly pointing a laser at aircraft
Yuma Police said a teen is behind bars after being accused of pointing a laser at a Customs and Border Protection (CBP)…
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Representative from Senator Kelly’s office visits local head start in Yuma
A representative from Senator Mark Kelly’s (D-Arizona) Office visited the Western Arizona Council of Governments (WACOG) Head Start center in Yuma on…
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San Luis Port of Entry expansion project breaks ground
The massive project is expected to cost around $300 million according to the General Services Administration, as they plan to double the number of…
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Five home burglary suspects appear in court
The five suspects caught breaking into a Foothills home over the weekend appeared in court Tuesday afternoon to face their charges.…
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Yuma City Hall to close on Fourth of July holiday
In a press release, trash collection in residential areas will be changed due to the holiday. Trash collection that’s usually on Tuesdays will take…
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YCSO notifies community about Level 3 sex offender
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) has released a notice to the Yuma community regarding a Level 3 sex offender in the…
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FTS Automotive receives award
A local business received national recognition for customer…
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Health care job fair being held in Yuma
Arizona @ Work is hosting 14 healthcare employers at the MLK Community Center on Wednesday, June…
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Governor Hobbs to give “State of the State” in Yuma
Tickets this year are $100 as the chamber said this is an important fundraiser, and every dollar of profit will go toward their…
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