Multiple vehicles and heavy machinery on fire near Winterhaven
The Yuma Fire Department said a semi-trailer containing hazardous materials is on fire on Interstate 8 near…
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El Centro Regional Medical Center responds to update on Assembly Bill 918Â Â
IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) – This week, Pioneers Memorial Hospital expressed concerns about the new amendment to Bill 918. On July 6,…
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Yuma local wins grand prize to see the premiere of Mission Impossible in New York
One lucky Yuma local won a grand prize to see the premiere of Mission Impossible in New York City.…
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How local first responders assist with medical aid during hot temperatures
Firefighters said it’s a change of pace. During this time, there are more heat-related calls, while in the winter, there are more calls for common…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Keeping up with the growth in South County
The population has nearly doubled every decade since the beginning of the century when only 15,000 people lived in San…
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WEATHER ALERT: Extreme heat for the weekend
It’s HOT, but temperatures will quickly rise this weekend bringing highs near the 120 mark along with possible record-breaking heat.…
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Dangerous heat wave baking US Southwest brings triple digit temperatures and fire risk to California
After a historically wet winter and a cloudy spring, California’s summer was in full swing Thursday as a heat wave that’s been scorching much of…
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Hollywood actors join screenwriters in historic industry-stopping strike as contract talks collapse
Leaders of a Hollywood’s actors union voted Thursday to join screenwriters in the first joint strike in more than six decades, shutting down…
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Imperial Irrigation District issues Conserve Alert from July 13-17
Imperial Irrigation District (IID) issued a Conserve Alert for customers due to an Excessive Heat Warning for the upcoming weekend in the IID service…
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The US House majority is in play next year after a weak GOP midterm showing and recent court ruling
Republican Rep. David Schweikert used to win his wealthy, suburban Phoenix congressional district by nearly 30 points. Then Donald Trump was elected…
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SPECIAL REPORT: The Desert’s Diamond Dynasty
“We’ve been each other’s biggest supporter, although it gets tough, of course the reward is paying off now.” – Stephanie Niebla on raising a…
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California tackles extreme heat conditions and workers’ safety
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services held an important meeting as California is expected to go into phase two of its extreme…
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Newly appointed Election Services Director prepares for upcoming special election
The newly appointed Yuma County Election Services Director will be overseeing the first vote by mail only special election for the City of…
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Local teen receives the gift of sound
Having hearing issues since she was two, Jessica Hudson said now she’s most looking forward to hearing her…
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SPECIAL REPORT: How YPG’s Airborne Test Force keeps its precious cargo safe in the sky
Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) is the home to the elite Airborne Test Force (ATF) jumpers. Their job is to maintain and repair parachutes, webbings and…
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Double murder suspect to receive mental health evaluation
A defense attorney is seeking a mental health evaluation for the man accused of murdering a married couple in their Brawley…
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Yuma Police Department hosts first teen police academy
The Yuma Police Department is currently hosting its first Teen Police Academy designed to educate teens about the daily operations of the…
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Hot temperatures can cause burns on playgrounds
It is always best to learn how to avoid burns while still letting your child have a fun time…
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Arizona emergency room visits increase due to extreme heat
Doctors at Chandler Regional and Valleywise Health Medical Centers say the heat wave is sending more people to ERs in the…
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Missing North Carolina girl possibly spotted in California
A possible sighting of Madalina Cojocari in California has sparked a new round of hope for people who want to see the North Carolina girl found…
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