Yuma residents recall 9/11 ahead of 20th anniversary
Many locals remember where they were the morning of September 11, 2001. 20 years later, and those memories still haven’t…
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Front runners in California Recall Election
The fight over who will be governor continues with less than one week away from Election Day.…
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YCPHD: County continues to see increase in children contracting COVID-19
Public health director Diana Gomez provided a COVID-19 update to the Yuma County Board of Supervisors Wednesday morning. She revealed the county…
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Fewer students enrolling in Pre-K amid pandemic
Families are taking extra precautions to keep their little ones safe. The Western Arizona Council of Governments (WACOG) reports many open seats…
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Colorado River Reservoir at 40% capacity, lowest level ever
It’s no secret the Colorado River Basin is experiencing one of its worst droughts in record…
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New study shows cheaper cost of living in Yuma
For those who are looking to find another reason to live in Yuma, one new study may be just the…
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Rep. Gosar attributes rise in teen drug use to two major national issues
Tens of thousands of dollars are coming to Yuma to make sure kids don’t try drugs or fall into…
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Memorial Activities in the Desert Southwest
Almost 20 years ago, Americans experienced September 11th in a way unlike ever before. And though it happened across the country, people in Yuma and…
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Shoppers panic buying once again
As coronavirus rates and breakthrough COVID-19 cases are on the rise, locals stock up on necessities and hunker down…
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YCSO reports most boaters were on their best behavior this Labor Day
The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office Martinez Lake substation is keeping busy this time of year with many people flocking to the various…
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Not as many teens getting their driver’s license
When many teens turn 16, one of the first things they do is try to get their drivers license. However, because of one main reason, teens are waiting…
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City of Yuma changes trash pickup schedule this week, City Hall closed
The City of Yuma made a reminder stating that Yuma City Hall will be closed on Monday, Sept. 6 and to plan for trash pickups one day ahead of…
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Dove hunters compete in World Championship Dove Cook-Off
While many dove hunters bring their birds home to cook anyways, earlier on Saturday the best of the best got together for the World Championship Dove…
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Migrant who fell from border barrier dies from injuries
On Sept. 1, a Border Patrol Agent (BPA) in Yuma, AZ was flagged down by an undocumented migrant stating that a man fell off the International Border…
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COVID-19 factors into California recall election
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s handling of the coronavirus was among the main motivators of the recall election he faces on September 14.…
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YumaCats Alumni Golf Tournament comes back to Yuma for 41st anniversary
For the 41st time, alumni from the University of Arizona will be taking over the Yuma Golf & Country Club for a day of golf, food and…
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Dove hunting season brings $1 million boost to local economy
While dove hunters are out preparing for their hunts, local businesses are also…
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Storm tears through the Desert Southwest damaging power lines
Tuesday’s storm wreaked havoc on the Desert Southwest, tearing down power lines, forcing crews to work around the clock.…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine full authorization
Almost nine months after the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine became available in Yuma County, some locals still haven’t received it. Some by choice. In a…
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Mental health concerns grow during pandemic
As depression and anxiety significantly rose during the worst of coronavirus, loved ones do what they can to prevent suicide. The Yuma Police…
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