Veto override on “Tamale Bill” fails
A local chef says the local food scene is special, and hopes the failure of this bill doesn’t prevent anyone else from starting up their own…
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Teacher accused of physically assaulting a student
The father of a student at Dogwood Elementary School in Heber speaks out after claiming his son was abused multiple times by a teacher and another…
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ECRMC, Pioneers, county agencies prepare for emergency exercises
The exercise, taking place at various locations throughout Imperial County on Wednesday, April 26, will help the community be better prepared for…
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Humane Society of Yuma receives 18 abandoned dogs in one day
The Humane Society of Yuma received about 18 dogs in one day, all in different shapes, colors, and breeds but predominately appear to be dachshund…
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ACLU sends letter to CBP amid new evidence of mistreating pregnant people
In the letter, sent Tuesday, April 25, the ACLU readdresses their demands for CBP to strictly limit detention of pregnant, postpartum, nursing…
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Both sides of Calexico border closed
People in Calexico are advised to avoid the southbound Port of Entry due to reports from the Calexico Police Department saying there is a protest in…
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Yuma Agricultural Center testing wastewater for Candida auris
Public health officials are closely watching the results that come out of the University of Arizona Ag Extension lab in Yuma so they can be prepared…
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Brawley police arrest suspect in double homicide
The suspect in the murder of a Brawley man and woman last weekend has been arrested. BPD said the task force arrested the suspect on Sunday, April…
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Multiple county roads closed due to Gila River flow
Multiple roads in Yuma County are currently closed until further notice due to the Gila River flow, says the Yuma County Department of Public…
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Suspect arrested for attempting robbery at local bank
A suspect was arrested for attempting to rob and threaten a local bank with a…
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Jose Ramirez visited Yuma for meet and greet
For fans of boxing, Yuma residents were treated with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet junior welterweight boxing champion Jose…
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YPD and DEA host National Drug Take Back Day
This was a nationwide event, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), for anyone who has any prescription medication that are expired,…
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Two people injured in car-motorcycle crash, YCSO investigates
According to a press release, the incident occurred on Saturday at approximately 12:47am in the area of Avenue B and County 13th…
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Brawley man and woman dead, investigation ongoing
According to a press release, the incident occurred on Friday, April 21 at around 7:55pm. When BFD arrived on scene, they discovered a man and woman…
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Children’s Festival of the Arts celebrates 30 years
While the festival is celebrating it’s 30 years, it relies on support from local organizations, schools, and art education…
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First Veteran Suicide Prevention Bike Run takes off
The event is to bring awareness and honor Veterans who died by suicide and to help them make better…
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Long awaited Children’s Museum Yuma County is now open
The grand opening for Children’s Museum Yuma County is finally…
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Travel trailer catches flames Friday afternoon
A travel trailer caught on fire and was extinguished by firefighters Friday…
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Former Calipatria student-athlete has to come home after university shut down
Calipatria’s Kylie Lyerly committed to Stritch on a full academic scholarship last year and planned to play softball but a series of unfortunate…
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Two suspects arrested for several stolen vehicles
The Imperial Police Department arrested two suspects for several stolen vehicles in…
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