Local tips to beat the heat and humidity this week
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Yuma and Imperial Counties through Friday. Highs are expected to reach the upper 100s, with humidity making…
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AZ529 Essay Contest now open
The Arizona Treasurer’s Office is asking students to write about their dream job, and how they plan to achieve…
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What AI mental health support looks like as California sets new limits
Senate Bill 903, written by State Sen. Steve Padilla (D-District 18), would prevent companion chatbots from advertising or providing psychotherapy in…
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Workers ‘celebrate’ Labor Day working
Some workers News 11 spoke to said they are happy to have a job, especially in Yuma County, where the unemployment rate is almost 19%, the second…
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Fewer Canadian visitors make their way to Yuma
Statistics Canada reports Canadian-resident visits to the U.S. fell 23.5% in 2025 compared to 2024. Leisure-related travel to the U.S. dropped…
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Yuma groups launch suicide prevention campaign focused on connection
The Yuma County Anti-Drug Coalition and Yuma County Mental Health Coalition are launching a month-long campaign called “Connection Is…
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YFD responds to house fire on E. Corona Drive
In a press release, the fire happened in the area of E. Corona Drive and S. La Cruz Avenue before 2 p.m.…
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Record Labor Day gas prices hit drivers in Yuma
Drivers across the country are facing record-high gas prices heading into the Labor Day weekend, and Yuma drivers are paying more than the national…
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YPD shares more details regarding missing teen
The Yuma Police Department (YPD) is still on the search for Alexandra Becerra. YPD told News 11 they believe it’s not the first time Becerra was…
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OneAZ Community Foundation announces launch of new program
This week, OneAZ Community Foundation announced they are partnering with the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to launch the Capital Readiness…
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Man sentenced after Yuma softball fight
Nofoa Fagaima, 27, pleaded guilty to aggravated assault, and was sentenced to three years of…
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Yuma doctor accused of fraud pleads guilty
Dr. Irfan Fazil, 54, pleaded guilty to fraud, illegal control of an enterprise, theft, and illegal procurement of a dangerous…
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95 commercial truck drivers arrested in Yuma Border Patrol operation
A recent Border Patrol operation in the Yuma area resulted in the arrest of 95 commercially licensed truck drivers, according to U.S. Customs and…
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Gila Mountain United Methodist Church Blood Drive happening soon
The blood drive is taking place at Callaway Hall, located at 12716 N. Frontage Road, Saturday, September 12, from 9 a.m. to 1…
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Two local organizations to host dine and donate fundraising event
The event is taking place at Texas Roadhouse, located at 594 E. 16th Street, Thursday, September 17, from 3 p.m. to 10…
Continue Reading MISSING PERSON: Alexandra Becerra
In a post on Facebook, 16-year-old Alexandra Becerra was reported to have run away from her home within the Yuma city limits last…
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City of Somerton closer to completing major downtown improvement project
The project is designed to give Downtown Somerton a new look, with upgrades aimed at making the area more vibrant and walkable. The project is…
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Mixed reaction to biosolids contract renewal
It was a unanimous vote, but there was a long discussion between Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls and the rest of the council members before they cast their…
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YFD uses rehab truck to keep firefighters safe
Yuma firefighters regularly work in triple-digit temperatures, often while wearing heavy turnout gear and battling the added heat of a…
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Locals trying to save Kennedy Pool
Yuma City Councilmember-Elect Henry Valenzuela is asking residents to make their voices heard as the city looks at the future of Kennedy…
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