Top firework safety tips to know before the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is one of the biggest American Holidays and it is crucial to keep yourself and others around you safe.…
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New local program to help animals find their way home
The Humane Society of Yuma (HSOY) partnered with local businesses to help lost animals find their way…
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Fire near Mittry Lake burns more than 100 acres
A fire near Mittry Lake in Yuma County has already burned about 100…
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Yuma Proving Ground inducts new commander to take the reigns
After successfully completing his three-year assignment as Commander of U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), Col. Patrick McFall is handing over the…
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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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