Sentencing delayed for former San Luis High School teacher
Martinez has been in custody for 225 days since his arrest on January 11, and his sentencing was delayed Friday after his attorney requested more…
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Colorado River State Historic Park to host its free Exploration Station event
The event is a free, fun, and educational evening of science exploration, and will also feature educational booths, arts and crafts, telescopes, and…
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El Centro City Council candidate spotlight
We are highlighting four additional candidates: El Centro Mayor Sylvia Marroquin, Edgard Garcia, Jason Jackson and Luis…
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YCSO issues notification on Level 2 sex offender
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) has issued a notification on a Level 2 sex offender in the…
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Judge finds enough evidence in murder case
The man charged with murdering a 70-year-old woman in Westmorland made an appearance for his preliminary…
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Strategies for a successful school year: Expert tips for Arizona families
As a new school year begins across Arizona, families are being urged to focus on strategies that will help their children thrive…
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Convicted man requests reduced sentence
Sidney Lee, 50, was originally sentenced to 7.5 years in the Yuma County Detention Center in July after shooting his neighbor, 29-year-old Manuel…
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Local doctor selected as President of Yuma Regional Medical Group
The Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) has selected Kristina Diaz, MD, MBA, as the President of the Yuma Regional Medical Group…
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YRMC opens new pharmacy in the Foothills
In a press release, the pharmacy, located at YRMC Foothills Medical Plaza, will offer “Foothills and East County residents a convenient and…
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Council postpones water rate hike vote
During Wednesday night’s special meeting, several Calexico residents expressed concerns of a possible double increase on their water and sewer bill…
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Yuma man appears in court following arrest
24-year-old Ismael Perez Jr. was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material after detectives with the Yuma Police Department (YPD) followed…
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American Idol to host Arizona virtual auditions
American Idol is on its virtual tour around the country and will be stopping in Arizona on Monday, August…
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YPD shares active shooter awareness
With classes starting back up, The Yuma Police Department shares how it’s helping local schools in case of an active shooter situation and sharing…
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Murder suspect mulling over plea offer
The Yuma man charged with murdering a pregnant woman and shooting another man in September of last year still needs more time to review a plea offer…
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New plea offer made in attempted armed robbery case
A new plea offer has been given by the state to the teen tied to an armed robbery attempt back in…
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Trial dates still needed in child sexual abuse case
Trial dates still need to be confirmed for the man accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old girl in…
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Vitalant blood donation seeks more donors
One of Arizona’s major blood providers is looking for more blood donors for its upcoming…
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Upcoming “Be Well” event for local ladies
The San Luis Scholarship Pageant and the Concept Shop are partnering up to host their first Be Well…
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Removal of all-way stop in Yuma
An all-way stop in the Foothills has been removed to improve safety and traffic…
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Locals celebrate World Senior Citizen Day
A local senior center hosted a celebration for its residents in honor of World Senior Citizen…
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