Suspect on the run after robbing Yuma bank
The Yuma Police Department is currently involved in an active crime scene at the Washington Federal, Inc. (WaFd Bank) on 32nd St. and Catalina Dr.…
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Desert View Academy recognized nationally for academic performance
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona recognizes 325 schools Tuesday as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021. Of those, he names five which are…
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California water agencies resolve Colorado River dispute
By FELICIA FONSECA Associated Press Two major California water agencies have settled a dispute that once threatened to derail a multi-state agreement…
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J&J confirms long-lasting protection of coronavirus vaccine
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) announces Monday new data reinforcing the strong and long-lasting protection of its COVID-19…
Continue ReadingBiden administration expresses horror over images of Border Patrol confronting migrants
By Chandelis Duster and Maegan Vazquez, CNN The Biden administration is expressing horror over recent images that appear to show US Border Patrol…
Continue ReadingBiden makes the case at the UN for using ‘relentless diplomacy’ instead of military might to solve global crises
By Kate Sullivan, Maegan Vazquez and Kevin Liptak, CNN President Joe Biden on Tuesday detailed his vision for leading the United States into a new…
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Migrant deaths nearly 4 times higher compared to last year
The number of migrant deaths in the Yuma Sector desert is already up to 30 this year.…
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Salton Sea restoration sparks debate
The Salton Sea has needed restoration for decades. Both Imperial County and Imperial Irrigation District (IID) agree something needs to be done, but…
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Protest begins as migrants arrive in the Foothills
On Sept. 20, a protest began in front of a Best Western hotel in the Yuma Foothills. Many were against the decision to house migrants as they await…
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Nearly 80 pounds of meth seized at checkpoint, worth over $200K
The U.S. Border Patrol confirms the recent arrest of a U.S. citizen whom is accused of smuggling methamphetamine through an immigration checkpoint…
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State redistricting committee moves into next phase of remapping
The Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission will hold another public hearing tomorrow as it moves forward in the lengthy…
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UPDATE: YPD arrests armed robbery suspect
The Yuma Police Department (YPD) has identified the ski-mask-wearing robber whom armed himself with a knife early Saturday morning.…
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Border Patrol captures nearly 2,500 migrants over weekend
The U.S. Border Patrol Yuma Sector announces Monday the capture of over 2,400 migrants throughout the…
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US to ease travel restrictions on fully vaccinated visitors from UK and European Union
The United States plans to ease travel restrictions on visitors from the European Union and the United Kingdom starting in November, a person…
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Weekly Rewind: YRMC brings awareness, Yumans speak out, and two separate crimes
From cancer awareness to recent crimes YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – September is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The Foundation of Yuma…
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4.3 magnitude earthquake shakes Southern California, followed by refinery flares
An earthquake occurred Friday evening in Southern California, shaking the Carson, Lomita, and Torrance areas near Los…
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Central Union High School ensures a safe school environment for students
School shootings across America have been happening more and more often. Central Union High School is always doing what it can to ensure the safety…
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Armed robber with ski mask leads to a foot pursuit
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Yuma Police Department arrested a robber wearing a red ski mask and armed with a knife. The suspect displayed the…
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Calexico boxing coach dies from COVID
A father and boxing coach lost his battle to COVID-19 on
Saturday, September…
Nearly half of Yuma population under 30 years old
If you’re noticing a different group of people around Yuma you’d be right.…
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