Renovation project approved for YCSO substation
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) will have a permanent substation in Gadsden next to Gadsden Park. The price tag of the project is over…
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Greater Yuma Port Authority working on big changes to improve the border
The Greater Yuma Port Authority (GYPA) is working on some big changes to boost border economy. GYPA wants to make crossing the border faster, help…
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Changes could boost Lake Martinez area
Yuma County is looking for input as it considers changing over 40 acres at the intersection of Highway 95 and Martinez Lake Road to add some…
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Suspects caught in Brawley with stolen vehicle from Riverside
Two suspects are behind bars after they were caught driving a vehicle stolen out of Riverside, California, but that’s not all police found in the…
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The Healing Journey to host fundraiser for support groups
The Tortas for Transformation event is where locals can buy a sandwich meal for $10. The event is planned to be held on August 22 at Fellowship Hall…
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Medical Minutes: The hidden dangers of energy drinks
From long work days to tough workouts, energy drinks have become a go-to for many people trying to boost their stamina, but they may be doing more…
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Suspect apprehended after standoff near Gila Ridge High School
A tense barricade situation on the corner of Union Drive and 24th Lane came to an end after more than four hours, resulting in the arrest of a…
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SWAT and police surround Yuma home on E 24th Lane
Police were first seen in the area of E. 24th Lane and Union Drive, near Gila Ridge High…
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Local reaction to Trump announcing plans to reclassify cannabis
Aroma Cannabis and Yuma Dispensary both say the change could bring significant benefits including easier access to banking services, reduced tax…
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Retirement community reopens its doors in Yuma
The Desert Rose Retirement Community says its renovation had a price tag of over $1.8 million. The refresh and the design upgrades were made for…
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Mayor of San Luis, Arizona and two council members could face recall proceedings
Mayor Nieves Riedel and City Council members Luis Cabrera and Lizeth ServÃn are facing a possible recall…
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AWC Foundation to celebrate two 2025 Hall of Fame inductees
The event, taking place at the AWC Schoening Conference Center on Friday, October 3 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m., will honor Maria Chavoya and Moses…
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City of El Centro announces overnight road closure on Main Street
According to a press release, the closure starts at 9:00 p.m. Thursday and will go until Friday at 5:00…
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signs executive order to lower cost of prescription drugs
Governor Katie Hobbs (D-Ariz.) signed an executive order last week to lower the cost of prescription drugs for Arizona…
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IVC and El Centro Public Library team up to provide English and U.S. citizenship classes
Library Director Carla Mason says registration to attend the classes will open Wednesday, August 13 at 5:00…
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Trial date moved for one of the suspects in Yuma house party shooting
21-year-old Aden Arviso is charged with murdering 19-year-old Danny Garcia and 20-year-old Ande Blackthunder. His trial was set to begin in…
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Opening statements for trial of Yuma man accused of sexually abusing a child set to begin
48-year-old Randall Medders is facing five counts of child molestation, five counts of child abuse, and ten counts of aggravated assault with sexual…
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YCADC highlights Overdose Awareness Month
The Yuma County Anti Drug Coalition (YCADC) is observing Overdose Awareness Month to honor the lives lost to…
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Local mother battles through another surgery following tumor removal
27-year-old Jasmin Williams was first diagnosed with a cancerous tumor on her pancreas, however things soon became even more…
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Yuma County Cooperative Extension hosts safety day for tractors and forklifts
The Yuma County Cooperative Extension hosted a safety day for people who use heavy machinery in agriculture to help avoid accidents while on the…
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