Multiple injured in crash on S. Fortuna Road
According to a press release, the crash happened in the area of S. Fortuna Road and E. 24th Street at around 2:30 p.m.…
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Laboratory expands cervical cancer screening options with new HPV self-collection tests
The test allows patients to order their own FDA approved swab for private self-collection. The test determines if HPV associated with cervical cancer…
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Yuma clinic celebrates grand opening
Located at 100 East 24th Street in Yuma, the clinic offers routine primary care, as well as weight management, preventative health screenings,…
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City of Imperial to amend data center petition
In December, the City filed a petition under the California Environmental Quality Act, arguing the project should go through a stricter review…
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Man detained in connection to death of teen near Salton Sea
A man has been detained in connection to the death of 17-year-old T’neya Tovar. Tovar was reported missing last December after traveling to Thermal,…
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Private plane makes emergency landing in Yuma
According to the Department of Public Safety, the pilot said he was experiencing engine failure, forcing him to put the plane down on the…
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Car catches fire after crash on Avenue 6E
A 35-year-old woman was driving a 2013 Kia Soul southbound on Avenue…
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Car found abandoned in Yuma canal
The 2013 Mazda Three was pulled out of the canal near the intersection of North 10th Avenue and West Colorado…
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Easter Egg Hunt to be held at Yuma Palms Regional Center
The Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday, March 21, 2026 starting at 11 a.m. in the village…
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CPD clears homeless encampments
The City of Calexico is cracking down on homeless encampment sites. The Calexico Police Department (CPD), along with community workers, cleared…
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Kofa High School’s HOSA – Future Health Professionals earns first place in Community Awareness
The campaign seeks to educate both farmers and local residents about the effects of pesticides and the importance of informed agricultural practices…
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Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo’s Buckin for Bridget returns
The campaign raises money all year long and will be selling merch at the rodeo and a saddle raffle. 100% of the funds raised are donated to Bridget’s…
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Somerton mother speaks out on proposed APS rate hike
Maura Valenzuela, a mother of two who has lived in Somerton for more than 20 years, says the increase would hit families like hers…
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Winner announced for NAF El Centro Airshow poster contest
Marco Bejarano of El Centro was announced as the winner. NAF El Centro says his design and artwork are the foundation of the…
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APS requests to raise electricity rates for third time in less than five years
If approved by the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC), it would be the third increase in less than five years, following the 8% increases…
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Children’s Festival of the Arts returns to Yuma in 2026
The Children’s Festival of the Arts will be at the Yuma Art Center (254 Main Street) on April 18, from 10 a.m. to 3…
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Mother arrested in connection to death of her child in Brawley
A mom was arrested for the murder of her child in Brawley, according to Brawley Police…
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BrightNight breaks ground on Pioneer Clean Energy Center
Project partners and community leaders gathered in Yuma to celebrate the groundbreaking of the BrightNight Power Pioneer Clean Energy Center, marking…
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Westmorland to build new Emergency Operations Center for fire and police
The City of Westmorland is getting nearly $4 million in federal funding to build a new Emergency Operations Center for its fire and police…
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Man in Phoenix hospital following crash involving motorcycle
A 21-year-old man was riding a Honda motorcycle Tuesday morning when he crashed into the back of a Toyota Scion on South Avenue 3E, next the Marine…
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