ECH searching for volunteers
Exceptional Community Hospital’s (ECH) new Ambassador Program is open for adults to volunteer their time to welcome and help people have a better…
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Yuma man arrested in connection to missing teen’s murder
The man was arrested before 10 a.m. Thursday, in the area of S. Avenue 12E and W. 36th Place, about three miles from where the girl’s body was found,…
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Yuma man convicted of fatally shooting his friend sentenced
20-year-old Keith Simmons will serve four years in prison for negligent homicide and 1.5 years for unlawful discharge of a weapon. The sentences will…
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Yuma man who pleaded guilty to sexual assault sentenced
39-year-old Ricardo Meza will spend more than five years behind bars after accepting a plea agreement last…
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Trial dates set for former Yuma doctor accused of sexually abusing his patients
39-year-old Edsel Sandoval’s trial will begin April 6, 2027, and will go until May 7,…
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Mosquito season brings West Nile virus concern in Yuma County
Peak mosquito season in Arizona happens during the hot, humid summer months, from July through September, and already we’re seeing some West Nile…
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IID reports power outages in Imperial County
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) says they are “experiencing scattered power outages in several areas”…
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Local leader steps up to support Yuma nonprofits with new role at ACF
The Arizona Community Foundation (ACF) has named longtime Yuma resident Lisa Ball as the new Regional Director for its Yuma…
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Imperial County pushes for $8.5 million to fix crumbling bridges under state of emergency
The structural crisis is heavily impacting the community, causing restricted farming routes, delayed school bus commutes, and dangerous traffic…
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Staying safe from Cyclosporaisis
As the Cyclospora outbreak continues, health officials are reminding people in Yuma County to take precautions when handling and eating fresh…
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Yuma woman facing eviction after SSDI were cut following overpayment
A Yuma native says she is being forced out of her home after her Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits were cut, leaving her unable to…
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Blanca Morales runs for Calexico City Council
Morales has a background in healthcare and business, and wants to see a revitalization of the downtown…
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Two arrested, 12 firearms seized in Yuma
YPD said an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy were both arrested “on weapon related charges and multiple other felony…
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Two injured in semi crash on I-8 in Winterhaven
Emergency personnel responded to the scene shortly after 5 a.m. Wednesday. A semi-truck traveling eastbound crashed into a box truck traveling…
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Local middle school strengthens cardiac emergency preparedness
Yuma School District One said Castle Dome Middle School earned a Heart Safe School designation through Project ADAM’s Heart Safe School…
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GoFundMe created to help family of man who died from rare form of bone cancer
The GoFundMe’s organizer said Donovan Manchado passed away on his 27th birthday after battling the cancer for two…
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Better Business Bureau: How to protect yourself from solar sale scams
You get a knock at the door. They’re selling solar and have a great plan to turn all of the sunshine into savings for you. That could happen, But if…
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YCSO warns residents of fake bail request scams
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) is warning residents of a scam targeting families of people in…
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San Luis address residents concerns over Flock Cameras
The San Luis Police Department (SLPD) has been using Flock Cameras since 2021, and they said the cameras have helped officers locate stolen vehicles…
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T-Mobile hosting Friday Night 5G Lights Tailgates through out the Desert Southwest
According to T-Mobile, this is to give small-town high schools across the country “more opportunities than ever to celebrate their communities and…
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