Importance of school resource officers on campus safety
School Resource Officers (SRO) play a vital role in maintaining safety on campus and while they say the first week went well, they do have some…
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Yuma City Council heading to statewide conference
Members from the Yuma City Council will be making their way to Phoenix for the League of Arizona Cities and…
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Drop in temps this weekend before warm up next week
We’ll have a slight drop in temperatures this weekend and then rise above our seasonal normal range mid next…
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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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Third Mexicali city official has visa revoked
Luis Guerrero is a state government official and the husband of Mexicali Mayor Norma Alicia…
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Protests continue in Washington D.C. over National Guard deployment
Protestors were outside D.C. police headquarters to continue their rally against the law enforcement takeover of the nation’s…
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Central beats Calexico three sets to one in volleyball contest
Central took down Calexico three sets to one on Thursday, August 14 in Girls Prep…
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Ryan Webb set for national swim stage but keeps Yuma community even closer
Yuma Catholic’s Ryan Webb is gearing up for the Shamrocks swim season and a trip to the Junior Nationals in…
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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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New climate report shows record heat and rising seas
A new “State of the Climate” report from the American Meteorological Society highlights alarming trends for the planet. In 2024, global temperatures,…
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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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Continuing week with above normal temps
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), increased shower and thunderstorm chances will exist through Friday with gusty winds, blowing dust,…
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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…
Continue Reading Security alert issued for Mexicali travelers
A travel advisory has been issued in Baja California. The Mexicali Valley is being highlighted as a risk of travel by the United State…
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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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