Local bars in preparation for the New Year’s Eve celebrations
With the holiday just hours away, locals are already planning where to be when they celebrate the evening with friends and families, but how are the…
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Henry Valenzuela announces run for Yuma City Council seat
Three Yuma City Council seats are up for re-election in 2026, and Henry Valenzuela has already thrown his hat in the…
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YPD warns locals about lottery scam
In order to avoid being scammed, one local says you have to educate yourself on how to avoid scams and do the…
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Vitalant provides results of the Yuma Holiday Heroes Blood Drive
The three day blood drive, which took place Saturday, December 27 through Monday, December 29, collected 98 units of blood from 105 donors, which can…
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BBQ & Brew returns to Downtown Yuma in February
The annual event is taking place along Main Street Saturday, February 28, 2026, from noon to 9:00…
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Imperial Valley farmer pleads not guilty in connection to Pinetop murder
The Navajo County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) shared a picture of 63-year-old Michael Abatti as he was being extradited to Holbrook,…
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Former Arizona Sen. Jon Kyl diagnosed with dementia
Former Sen. Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) says he plans to step back from public life after being diagnosed with dementia. His office made the announcement…
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Three hikers found dead on Mount Baldy in California
Authorities in California say three hikers were found dead Monday on Mount Baldy in San Bernardino…
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Better Business Bureau: Should you buy the extended warranty?
When purchasing electronics, home appliances, and other devices, many retailers now offer an extended warranty, sometimes called a protection plan or…
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ICFD says fireworks are illegal for New Year’s celebrations
While some cities allow certain types of fireworks during Fourth of July celebrations, firefighters stress that fireworks are illegal during…
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40 dogs and puppies rescued from small apartment in San Diego
San Diego Humane Society officials say conditions inside the apartment were horrific, and that it appeared the animals had been left alone since…
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Security measures underway ahead of Rose Parade in Pasadena
Security is a major focus for Pasadena, California officials as they prepare to welcome hundreds of thousands of visitors for the Rose Parade on New…
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Fire officials in Scottsdale have strict regulations permitting the use of certain types of fireworks
Fountains, sparklers and poppers are all okay and legal in Arizona because they don’t leave the ground. These are fireworks people can buy at any of…
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Several people rescued from Calexico house fire
The Calexico Fire Department (CFD) says they received a call about a house fire on Third Street and Encinas Avenue in the…
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FIRST ALERT: Tracking showers for New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day
We have a round of showers that is expected to bring wet weather for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day to the Desert Southwest.…
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New Calexico mayor outlines priorities for the city
Mayor Victor Legaspi says his top priority is public safety, which he believes is key to building trust and encouraging growth in the…
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Local priests get time extended in United States after green card backlog
Two priests set to return to Nigeria have been allowed to stay in the U.S. for several more…
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Highlighting local Luz’s Cacti Ranch store in Yuma County
On Tuesday’s Home Grown report, we highlight Luz’s Cacti Ranch, which sells pure raw honey, snacks, cacti and other…
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L.A. teen goes missing in Palm Springs area
A Los Angeles mother is looking for her missing daughter. Her last possible location could have been close to the Imperial…
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Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s granddaughter, dies at 35
Schlossberg’s family made the announcement Tuesday, but not disclose a cause of death or say where she had…
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