Dog in Florida leads deputy to injured senior citizen
A loyal dog named Eeyore led a sheriff’s deputy to his owner’s mother last month after she had fallen while walking.
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October 7 is National Taco Day
The day honors the delicious and versatile taco. From a warm soft corn-tortilla to a hard crunchy shell, tacos make for a fun quick snack or full meal.
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One of two birds stolen from SoFi Stadium last month found
The bird, named Bubba, was spotted in a homeowner’s backyard. She contacted police, who put her in touch Cogger.
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WTI Course lands at Kiwanis Park in Yuma
On Monday at 6:00 p.m., The Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) Course conducted a Foreign Humanitarian Assistance exercise in Yuma.
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How a costume shop in California is navigating tariffs this Halloween season
The Halloween season is upon us. People are decorating their homes and office spaces with their favorite characters and thinking about their costumes, but celebrating the day is getting more expensive for some people.
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Amazon Books editorial director shares her picks for books to read during October
Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman appeared on “CBS Mornings” to discuss her picks, including Freida McFadden’s new psychological thriller “The Intruder” which will be available Tuesday.
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October 6 is National Noodle Day
Noodles were invented in China around 4,000 years ago and instant ramen noodles were invented in Japan in 1958.
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Animal Control officer rescues tiny squirrel at mini golf course in Colorado
A tiny squirrel was rescued at a miniature golf set in Denver, Colorado, after taking a tumble, the Jefferson County Sheriff Office (JCSO) said.
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Taylor Swift’s newest album breaks records
Taylor Swift’s domination continues as her new album, “The Life of a Showgirl,” broke this year’s single-day streaming record, hitting nearly 250 million first-day streams on Spotify.
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Somerton Cocopah FD receives grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
The check presentation took place Saturday morning at the Firehouse Subs located on the Big Curve in Yuma, with Somerton Vice Mayor Lorena Delgadillo and two members of the Somerton City Council in attendance.
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Petie’s Pumpkin Patch bring carnival experience to Yuma
Petie’s Pumpkin Patch is currently open at 3151 East County 14th Street and will run through October 30.
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Dallas Zoo introduces giraffe calf
The Dallas Zoo welcomed a giraffe calf in late September, with recently released footage showing the healthy male taking a few wobbly steps in an enclosure.
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Tacos and Tunes 2025 returns for second night in Downtown Yuma
Saturday’s event will have 20 taco vendors competing for the “Taco King” and “People’s Choice Award” and live entertainment from DJs and bands like Yuma Hipsters and Santana Ways. The second night of Tacos and Tunes starts at 5:00 p.m. and will go until midnight.
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A look at the first night of Yuma’s 2025 “Tacos & Tunes” festival
There will be 20 taco vendors competing for the “Taco King” and “People’s Choice Award” title on Saturday. Locals can enjoy live entertainment from DJs, bands, dancing, lucha libre fighting, and more.
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El Centro Fire Department gets new truck
ECFD received the brand new 109-foot ladder truck this week from South Dakota, and says it took about two years to get the truck.
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Tacos and Tunes is back: What to know before heading to the event
They’ll kick off with the car show on Friday night from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and they’re gonna have Big Boss Band to play along with some really oldies and classics.
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1,200 pound bear wins Alaska’s popular Fat Bear Week Contest
Chunk, a towering brown bear with a broken jaw, swept the competition Tuesday in the popular contest. It is his first win after narrowly finishing in second place three previous years.
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ECH Yuma to host Trunk or Treat event
The event is taking place Wednesday, October 29 at the hospital, located at 2648 S. Araby Road, at 5:30 p.m.
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DoorDash launches delivery robots known as ‘Dot’
The delivery robot can reach speeds of 20 miles per hour navigating busy streets, sidewalks, and parking lots.
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Wedding ring found in garbage truck in California
Paul Cass of Manhattan Beach, California lost his antique wedding ring as it was hauled off in a garbage truck. But as luck would have it, a team of sanitation workers jumped into action to help put the ring back on his finger.
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