Yuma agrees to refund over $4M from illegal property taxes
The Yuma County Hospital District Board argued for a property tax to be imposed while bypassing voters, but Arizona law states that the taxes can…
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AWC sweeps Central Wyoming College 3-0 in season opener
The Lady Matadors won their first game of the season against the Rustlers, but the match was closer than the score would…
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Father accused of leaving toddler in car misses court again
Judge Christopher Plourd noted there may be psychiatric concerns and considered sending the case to mental health…
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Imperial County Humane Society overwhelmed as animal intake rises
The shelter says it is over capacity, caring for more animals than it has space or resources to support. Staff stress that community support through…
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Medical Minutes: Hydration in the heat – know the risk
Here in Yuma where summer temperatures routinely climb above 110 degrees, staying hydrated isn’t just a health tip, it can save your…
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Cooling centers are open throughout Yuma County
With the Extreme Heat Warning in place, locals are heading to cooling centers to beat the…
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FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY: Extreme heat to end the work week
An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for both Yuma and Imperial Counties until 8 p.m. Saturday for the major heat risk and highs up to 115…
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Yuma police speak on school violence protocols
Yuma Police Department (YPD) says their officers go through 70 to one 130 hours of training on all different aspects of law enforcement, such as…
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Councilmember to represent El Centro on Resolutions Committee
Councilmember Sylvia Marroquin will serve on the committee as well as serving as the vice president of the Cal Cities Imperial County…
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Prep Football team previews: Vincent Memorial Scots
The Scots look to bring more heart, intensity and grit to the field as they take on underdog mantra into…
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New immigration screening process keys in on anti-American sentiment
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has launched a new screening guidance aimed at identifying “anti-Americanism” among immigrants…
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El Centro mayor’s discrimination claim rejected
Carter filed a $1 million claim against the city, saying she was denied basic resources, including an orientation manual, office access, and a…
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El Centro considers new rules for food trucks and sidewalk vendors
The proposed changes would require vendors to stay 50 feet away from corners and schools and prohibit them from operating in residential areas or…
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Local cross guard in need of the community’s help
Friends and families describe her as warm, caring, and deeply devoted to her…
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El Centro suspect accused of leaving child in hot car does not appear in court
Imperial County District Attorney’s Office says the 37-year-old man did not show up due to medical…
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Prosecution shares audio evidence in case of Yuma accused of abusing a child
More evidence was shown to the jury Wednesday in the trial of a Yuma man accused of abusing a…
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FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY: Extreme heat warning in effect across the desert
An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for both Yuma and Imperial Counties until 8 p.m. Friday for the major heat risks and highs up to 115…
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North Carolina man arrested following gas explosion
Authorities say 46-year-old Jason Lee Beach of Wilmington has been charged with DWI-felony serious injury, possession of drug paraphernalia, hit and…
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City of El Centro announces third year of First Responders Wall engraving
Applications must be submitted to the City of El Centro Economic Development Division, located at 1249 W. Main Street, by September 12, and the cost…
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SILVER ALERT: Teodoro Sanchez
According to a press release, Sanchez, 79, was reported missing on August 12 after his family said he last spoke with them earlier this…
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