Imperial County man arrested for robbery facing additional charges
Police say 24-year-old Emmanuel Javier Contreras posted a $50,000 bail and was being released, when officers with the El Centro Police Department…
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Opening statements underway in trial of Yuma man accused of murdering son
The prosecution is saying 38-year-old Daniel Harris was intentful when he murdered his own son, 24-year-old Michael Patrick Reiter, in September of…
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Gov. Katie Hobbs attends Future48 manufacturing facility opening in Wellton
The new facility will support hands-on training in electrical technology, manufacturing, internet fiber and solar energy where programs are designed…
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Imperial County Board approves mandatory trash collection and rate hikes
Effective July 1, the county will transition to a mandatory three-container system, replacing the long-standing reliance on self-hauling to local…
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Lutes Casino and Yuma Jazz Company to host Summer Jazz Series
The event kicks off Friday, May 22, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and will feature a live performance by Eloisa…
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Kofa student receives $20k scholarship
The scholarship was funded by the Helios Foundation and other Arizona organizations who awarded five seniors with the opportunity to further their…
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CUHSD senior creates inclusive dance for ESN students and their families
According to a press release, the dance, called “A Night with the Stars,” took place last month at the schools’s multi-purpose room, and was created…
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Better Business Bureau: How to avoid scam traffic texts
Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering ways for consumers to avoid scam traffic texts. BBB has received several reports of these text message scams…
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Imperial Valley College celebrates Cinco de Mayo
Students and faculty at Imperial Valley College celebrated Cinco de Mayo Tuesday with food, music, and culture. For many, it wasn’t just about the…
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Yuma shooting trial ends in mistrial
25-year-old Gabriel Taddei was on trial for two counts of aggravated assault with a firearm, but after six days, jurors could not reach a unanimous…
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Freedom Library awards scholarships, promotes civil discourse at annual forum
The event highlighted students who completed Freedom Library classes, awarding select participants with academic scholarships and travel seminar…
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From pasture to petals: A Yuma field comes alive at 3A Farms
What was once a 30-year-old pasture has been transformed into rows of sunflowers, cosmos, and zinnias, marking a new chapter for the…
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Veteran-owned Camp Titan Fitness honored as Arizona Veteran Small Business of the Year
One of the recipients is Peter Romero, owner of Camp Titan Fitness in Yuma. The Veteran-owned, family-operated gym focuses on strength,…
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Workforce faces ‘AI FOMO’ challenges
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more common in the workforce, many employers are beginning to feel pressure to keep up with the rapidly…
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Extra patrols planned as Yuma celebrates Cinco de Mayo
As festivities continue, the Yuma Police Department (YPD) is reminding people to celebrate safely and plan ahead before heading…
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City of Yuma discusses proposed $570 million budget during work session
The Fiscal Year 2027 budget focuses on strengthening public safety, improving infrastructure and supporting long-term…
Continue Reading Jury selection begins in Yuma father’s murder trial
38-year-old Daniel Harris pleaded not guilty to first degree murder. Harris was arrested in connection to the murder of his 24-year-old son, Michael…
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San Luis, Arizona named safest city in state
According to the website Safewise, San Luis, Arizona is the safest city in Arizona with an average of 0.9 violent crimes and 5.6 in property…
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YFD names new Deputy Fire Chief
The Yuma Fire Department (YFD) has promoted Richard Root as their new Deputy Fire Chief. Prior to his promotion, YFD says Root served as the Interim…
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Yuma County teacher named 2026 National Teacher of the Year
Arilene Gaxiola was recognized by the Teachers of Tomorrow to receive the honor at the state-level. Gaxiola is an eighth-grade math teacher at San…
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