Yuma 3rd grader wins “My Picture-Perfect Career” Arizona photo contest
One Yuma third grader was chosen from over 100 entries across the state for the second annual “K” through 12 “My Picture-Perfect Career”…
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Lou Dobbs, veteran cable news anchor who got his start in Yuma, dies at 78
News host, journalist and anchor Lou Dobb, who got his start in Yuma, has passed away at the age of…
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Yuma Test Center welcomes new commander
On Thursday morning, the Yuma Test Center at the Yuma Proving Ground held a change of command…
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Central Union High School District appoints two leadership positions
The Central Union High School District has new leaders for Assistant Superintendent of Business Services and Athletic Director &…
Continue ReadingUS announces $203 million in new aid to war-torn Sudan amid major humanitarian crisis
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations has announced nearly $203 million in additional humanitarian…
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Nearly $800,000 in unreported cash found in spare tire at Calexico Port of Entry
Officers at the Calexico Port of Entry found hundreds of thousands in cash hidden in a vehicle during inspection, according to U.S. Customs and…
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Motorcycle crash closes off area near Fry’s food store
A motorcycle crashing into a truck closed off a section of S. 8th Avenue and W. 24th Street area, according to the Yuma Police Department…
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Back to School Rodeo for free school supplies set for Saturday
Yuma is getting ready to host an event to help local students on their way back to their…
Continue ReadingClippers trade Russell Westbrook to Jazz. He’s expected to join the Nuggets after a buyout
AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers sent Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz on Thursday in a sign-and-trade deal for point…
Continue ReadingVirginia lawmakers repeal restrictions on popular tuition waiver program for military families
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia lawmakers have given final approval to legislation that will repeal new restrictions on a tuition waiver program for…
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Medical examiner testifies in double murder case
Pinal County Chief Medical Examiner Dr. John Hu shared with jurors how many gunshots wounds each victim had, explaining one by one in…
Continue ReadingSaints right tackle Ryan Ramczyk to miss at least first 4 regular-season games
AP Sports Writer METAIRIE, La. (AP) — The New Orleans Saints have placed right tackle Ryan Ramczyk on the reserve/physically unable to perform list…
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HomeGoods hosts grand opening in Yuma
Homegoods is the leading, off-price home décor store in the United States. You can find furniture, pet accessories, bed and bath, and…
Continue ReadingA’s exec tells Las Vegas officials the club plans to leave $30 million in public money on the table
AP Sports Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — Oakland Athletics executive Sandy Dean told the Las Vegas Stadium Authority on Thursday that the club does not…
Continue ReadingNC State Chancellor Randy Woodson announces his retirement after nearly 15 years in the role
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina State University Chancellor Randy Woodson announced his retirement at the university’s…
Continue ReadingMontana seeks to revive signature restrictions for ballot petitions, including on abortion rights
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Montana officials are asking the state Supreme Court for an emergency order to block a ruling that allowed signatures from…
Continue ReadingSeattle police officer fired over ‘vile’ comments after death of Indian woman
SEATTLE (AP) — A Seattle police officer and union head has been fired over his callous remarks about the death of a graduate student from India…
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Suspect in Somerton barber murder sentenced to 18 years
One of the suspects involved in the murder of a Somerton barber back in May of 2022 was sentenced in court Thursday…
Continue ReadingKansas won’t force providers to ask patients why they want abortions while a lawsuit proceeds
Associated Press TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas isn’t enforcing a new law requiring abortion providers to ask their patients why they want to…
Continue ReadingSalman Rushdie’s alleged assailant won’t see author’s private notes before trial
Associated Press MAYVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — A New York judge has ruled that author Salman Rushdie does not have to turn over private notes about his…
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