Calexico kicks off 117th anniversary with Easter egg hunt and community festivities
The event featured over 10,000 Easter eggs, live music, food vendors, and a visit from the Easter Bunny, and it was all free to the…
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Mexicali suspect arrested for extortion at the Calexico Port of Entry
The Calexico Police Department (CPD) says the suspect handed a note to a teller where he claimed he was part of an organized crime group and demanded…
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Locals participate in nationwide “Hands-Off” protest
The protest, which is a nationwide event, is in response to President Donald Trump’s policies such as healthcare, Social Security, civil rights,…
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Yuma “Click & Fix it” app: fix it with just a click of a button
The Yuma “Click and Fix it” app allows locals to file non emegency service reports to the City of Yuma and share concerns for anything from parks to…
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Festivities for Calexico’s 117th Anniversary gear up
The city is celebrating its history through art, creativity, and community, starting with a brand new mural that will welcome visitors to the…
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Literacy Campaign Highlights Yuma School’s Success in Early Reading
A new statewide campaign is putting a spotlight on early reading, and one Yuma elementary school is showing what’s possible when literacy is made a…
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Former House of Representative runs for open Congress seat
Former member of the House of Representatives Daniel Hernandez has thrown his hat in the ring to fill the seat of the late Congressman Raul…
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Mr. B’s donates big for Yuma seniors in the Glow Grad Night
A big donation for a big celebration! Mr. B’s Bicycles donated an electric bike for the grand prize raffle for this year’s Yuma Grad…
Continue ReadingThe Holiman’s journey of love and fostering
A caring home can change the course of a child’s life. With the great need for help in Arizona’s foster care system, a local home is providing hope…
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Brawley Police brings more attention to Autism in the Valley
The Brawley Police Department held their annual Autism Awareness Horse Ride, an initiative dedicated to promoting awareness and support for…
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New auto tariffs could raise prices, but some dealers see an opportunity
President Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariffs on imported cars and auto parts could have a major impact on the auto industry, affecting both…
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Yuma Police Department looking for teenagers kicking house and garage doors
The Yuma Police Department is sending a warning to a group of teenagers kicking doors and…
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Woman found dead in Yuma Sector Border Patrol Station
A 52-year-old woman was found unresponsive in her cell at the Border Patrol station in…
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Onvida launches free water safety workshops
Drowning is a leading cause of death for young children, and local officials say more needs to be done to prevent…
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Yuma County launches fraud notification service to protect residents
Yuma County Recorder David Lara has announced the launch of Fraud Notify Alert, a free service designed to help residents stay informed about…
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Yuma armed robbery suspect appears in court
36-year-old Jerry Miranda is facing multiple felony charges, including armed robbery, disorderly conduct with a deadly weapon, and aggravated…
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Local reaction to President Trump’s latest tariff announcements
Price increases for goods like aluminum could have an impact on nearby businesses that depend on these materials including auto shops, welders, and…
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City of El Centro opens applications for councilmember
The City of El Centro is looking for a new city councilmember after the former mayor resigned last…
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Brawley murder suspect pleads no contest
25-year-old Brandon Hamlin had his readiness conference last week, where he pleaded no contest to the four charges. Two of them are premeditated…
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Looking at the different parts of the 4-H program
In Tuesday’s Home Grown report, with the fair officially here, kids throughout Yuma County are taking part in the local 4-H…
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