AWC receives invitation to join Google AI Innovation Network
In a press release, the program is a three-year initiative aiming to “support college students across the country with advanced AI tools and…
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IVC graduate recognized for her performance in the classroom and film industry
Paola Batiz is an Imperial Valley College (IVC) college graduate and a recipient of the MANA de Imperial Valley scholarship. She also plays a…
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El Centro man’s gun case heading to trial
57-year-old Jerry Lopez appeared in court for his preliminary hearing last week. The judge was able to find enough evidence to move forward to a…
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One dead, two injured in rollover crash in San Luis, Arizona
SLPD says the crash happened Tuesday at around 1:40 p.m. in the area of Los Alamos Street and Edais…
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Brawley locals evacuated after replica grenade found
The Brawley Police Department (BPD) says the incident started after an anonymous caller reported seeing a man walking with a machete, and another…
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Several local organizations work together to help save lives this Suicide Prevention Month
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and several local organizations are helping save lives and protect mental…
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Somerton Adult Education Program earns statewide awards
The program, which offers free classes for students 16 and older, was named “Excelling Adult Education Program,” standing out among dozens of…
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Migrant families’ students could lose key support
For 15 years, Arizona Western College’s (AWC) migrant student program has helped young people start college. Now, it’s future is…
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Growers are on alert for invasive insect species
Two new invasive insect species present a danger to the region’s crops and have cotton growers on…
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Father and sister of victim appear in court after accusations of murder in Yuma
On Tuesday, the father and sister accused of murdering a Yuma man over the weekend appeared in court for the first…
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Texas Roadhouse teams up with Kyler Murphy Foundation for statewide fundraiser
From 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday, 20 locations across Arizona, including Yuma, will donate 10% of each bill when guests mention the…
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YFD to hold its annual flag tribute to honor lives lost on 9/11
Displayed on the lawn outside Yuma Fire Station #2, each of the flags represent the first responders who died on 9/11. The flags will be displayed…
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Calexico PD investigates rise in Hyundai and Kia thefts
According to a press release, the thefts reflect similar patterns seen nationwide “where certain Hyundai and Kia models,” particularly Sonatas and…
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Tips for voting in Arizona’s 7th Congressional District Special General Election
Yuma County Recorder David Lara shares important reminders for the upcoming Special General Election for Arizona’s 7th Congressional…
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9/11 Heroes Run to honor Veterans and fallen heroes
The 9/11 Heroes Run is taking place Saturday, September 13, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., at the Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex East Parking…
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Local fosters mentorship & community through Yuma Adult Flag Football League
Local dad and mental health advocate Keith Francis was looking for an adult flag football league when he first moved to Yuma. He couldn’t find one,…
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The Best Taquito opens second location in San Luis, Arizona
On Friday, September 5, they held a grand opening at Eddie’s Food and Drink in San Luis, Arizona. The new restaurant is right off of Avenue E and…
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Locals react to murder of Yuma man on Almond Avenue
Deputies say the suspects are the victim’s father and his sister. The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) says both suspects have been booked and…
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Calexico man accused of murdering his girlfriend is heading to trial
48-year-old Agustine Baca III appeared in court last week for his arrangement on murder charge with allegations of a weapon used during the murder of…
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City of Yuma unveils new Traffic Management Center
The City of Yuma held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday for the new Traffic Management Center. The ceremony took place at the City of Yuma Engineering…
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