SPECIAL REPORT: Raising a child with autism in the Imperial Valley
When a child is diagnosed with autism, the road ahead can be tough. In Imperial County, where specialists and support systems are limited, that road…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Jax, the K9 officer
The Brawley Police Department (BPD) has recovered about 100 illegal guns from the streets just this year alone. But they say there’s one team member…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Massage parlor raids uncover a deeper crisis to human trafficking
On May 29, federal and local law enforcement executed a series of coordinated raids on five massage parlors in Yuma, resulting in three arrests…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Tom & Cranky: Their journey from homelessness to hope
Tom and Cranky have been facing the harsh journey of homelessness together. Nothing could keep them apart, even when the world once…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Rise of women in agriculture: highlighting outstanding local women in AG
Over the past two decades, the share of women in agriculture in the United States has steadily increased, with recent studies showing women now make…
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AWC Women’s Basketball is building on success under Coach Chelsea Dewey
Arizona Western College women’s basketball has redefined itself as a national contender under head coach Chelsea Dewey, following a breakout season…
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SPECIAL REPORT: The raitero bust operation
Karina Bazarte looks inside a special operation to combat those who illegally bring in undocumented…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Yuma Fire Department stretches to meet demands
The Yuma Fire Department (YFD) says they’re responding to more emergency calls now then ever before, but with limited resources, keeping up with…
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An inside look at the United States Marine Corps Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course
It’s designed to bring out the finest in Marine aviation and exclusively takes place in…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Five years later: COVID-19’s lasting impact on Yuma and Imperial County
From packed hospitals to mass vaccination sites, the fight against COVID-19 has shaped the lives of people here in Yuma and Imperial…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Local nurse serves 34 years helping kids
Edna Mae Simon Kidd is a retired pediatric registered nurse that’s worked 34 years at Onvida…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Climate change’s impact to the Desert Southwest
2024 was the hottest summer on record for the Desert Southwest and earth reached its warmest temperature ever. Experts say climate change is the…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Yuma’s rising art scene
In her final special report, Samantha Byrd spoke with local artists who share what’s so special about being a part of the Yuma arts…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Migrants impacted by Trump policies
Immigration policies have became stricter as President Trump introduces new orders all in efforts to secure the southern…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Meet the newest Yuma NAACP chapter #1016 president
As we continue to celebrate Black History Month, we’re highlgihting different leaders in the community. This week, meet your newest NAACP chapter…
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Local pride, national glory: Verdugo taking AWC Women’s Soccer to unprecedented heights
After years of working behind the scenes, Yuma native Victor Verdugo has propelled Arizona Western College (AWC) Women’s Soccer to new heights,…
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A Coaching Legend: Rhett Stallworth
One of Arizona high school football’s most accomplished coaches sits down with Chas Messman to reflect on his storied…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Meet local retired U.S. Marine Corps Major Michael Lundy
This Black History Month, we’re highlighting an exceptional local who takes pride in our community. Michael Lundy served in our community as a U.S.…
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The Voice of the Raiders: An exclusive look inside Cibola’s PA announcer
Raiders basketball players get a unique boost at home games from one man behind the microphone, who’s in the role because of much more than his love…
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SPECIAL REPORT: People discuss local popular hiking destination within Yuma County
While Telegraph Pass is commonly used as a highway pass for Interstate Eight through the Gila Mountains, these very same mountains serve as a popular…
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