Arizona pays out nearly $27-million in unemployment benefits
The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) says this week it paid out $2.69 million in unemployment benefits to those who lost their jobs due…
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Imperial County adds 17 more cases of coronavirus
Imperial County has seen its coronavirus cases grow by 30 in just two…
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City of Yuma expecting more than $5-million decrease in retail taxes; tourism may rebound
As the nation takes an economic hit with the coronavirus, Yuma City Council members continue to keep track of our local economy, with plans on how to…
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Arizona ranked in top 10 mask-wearing states
Once again Arizona is one of the top states to wear masks in public during the coronavirus…
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YPD warns of increase in vehicle burglaries
The Yuma Police Department (YPD) sees an increase in the number of car burglaries.…
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Warren is latest former presidential rival to back Biden
Elizabeth Warren endorsed Joe Biden on Wednesday, becoming the last of the former vice president’s major Democratic presidential rivals to formally…
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Arizona governor eyes reopening economy ‘when it’s safe’
Gov. Doug Ducey said Tuesday he’s beginning discussions about how to ease up on the social distancing requirements that have left businesses closed…
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The Latest: Coronavirus in Baja California rises to 486
In Baja California, there are now 486 confirmed cases, and 184 of those cases belong to…
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SLRC: Coronavirus cases jump to 35
The number of the coronavirus cases keeps rising in San Luis Rio Colorado, Sonora, bringing the total to…
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Coronavirus relief payments start landing in Arizonans’ bank accounts
Thousands of dollars started arriving in Arizonans’ bank accounts this week as the first payments from the massive coronavirus relief package began…
Continue ReadingArizona governor seeks input from business leaders
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey wants the state’s business and tourism industries to help him to form a strategy for surviving…
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Del Sol employee tests positive for COVID-19
A Del Sol grocery store employee has tested positive for COVID-19, according to a statement released by Del Sol.…
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State teams up with UofA to provide tests for health care workers
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey has announced a new partnership between the state and the University of Arizona to provide antibody tests for 250,000…
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Mattress fire provides important reminder for parents
The Yuma Fire Department (YFD) was called to a home in the 3800 block of west Leslie Lane late Tuesday morning after a child started a…
Continue Reading Yuma County holds steady with 20 coronavirus cases
The Yuma County Health District says it has no new cases of coronavirus to…
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Free childcare scholarships being offered for essential workers
With essential workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic, the state of Arizona is offering free childcare scholarships to…
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California governor unveils strategy for navigating coronavirus crisis
California Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the six key indicator he’ll use when determining when, and how, to lift stay at home orders in the wake of…
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NASCAR star Kyle Larson fired after using N-word during virtual race
NASCAR superstar Kyle Larson is fired by his racing team on Tuesday after the driver uses a racist slur during a virtual racing…
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Support local restaurants during the coronavirus pandemic
Local restaurants team up to challenge the community to eat out at least twice a week to help struggling businesses during this…
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Yuma teen makes protective gear using 3D printer
As coronavirus cases in Yuma County continue to rise, several residents in the community are dedicating their time to help those in the…
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