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Calexico’s new housing plan could bring major growth

July 10, 2025 7:48 PM Adrik Vargas

Calexico is proposing a new housing plan that could bring thousands of new homes, and residents, to the city over the next few…

Local mosquitos carrying St. Louis Encephalitis Virus

July 10, 2025 5:13 PM Eduardo Morales

Yuma County has announced that some mosquitos in our are carrying the Saint Louis Encephalitis…

Man accused of fatal Yuma hit-and-run extradited from New York

July 10, 2025 3:53 PM Jalen Fong, Marcos Icahuate

35-year-old Donavan Jamal Thomas was extradited from the state of New York on May 16. He was wanted in connection to a fatal hit-and-run crash which…

Hands Extended Thrift Store lends a helping hand to those in need

July 10, 2025 4:01 PM Danyelle Burke North

Every year when the weather gets extreme, nonprofit Hands Extended Thrift Store puts together umbrella bags to help people get…

Non-profit helps Yuma locals beat the heat

July 10, 2025 3:35 PM Andrea Turisk

Extreme heat is covering the Yuma region, making it hard to keep cool, but one non-profit is helping people in need beat the…

President Trump announces 50% tariff on Brazil imports

July 10, 2025 10:44 AM Marcos Icahuate, NBC News

The tariff comes party in retaliation for the prosecution of Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro, a longtime Trump…

Katie Hobbs signs new animal cruelty law

July 10, 2025 11:46 AM Madeline Murray

Governor Katie Hobbs signed a bill making it a crime to fail to get medical attention for pets. Pet owners who fail to properly attend to their…

How kids with heart conditions can safely stay active this summer

July 10, 2025 8:24 AM Skylar Heisey, CNN Newsource

About 900,000 children in the U.S. are estimated to be living with a heart condition, according to the…

CDC ends emergency response to H5N1 Bird Flu as cases drop

July 10, 2025 8:21 AM Skylar Heisey, CNN Newsource

The agency says the decision comes after a steady drop in cases and no new human infections reported since…

Largest illegal marijuana bust in years

July 10, 2025 8:16 AM Skylar Heisey, CNN Newsource

Months of undercover work by local law enforcement have led to the discovery of the largest illegal homegrown marijuana operation Maricopa County has…

News 11 Weather: The Heat is on!

July 9, 2025 9:27 PM Scott Gross

Extreme Heat Warnings in effect Wednesday through Thursday as temps reach 112 to 119…

A Cut Above: Chef Jonathan’s Grilled Corn Summer Salad

July 10, 2025 9:37 AM Jailene Aguilera

Are you looking for a way to refresh that summer barbecue menu? Look no further I have a perfect grilled corn salad that have you asking for…

New funding helps Yuma address tire overflow

July 9, 2025 7:18 PM Adrik Vargas

Yuma County is tackling a massive waste problem: More than 440,000 tires piled up at its facility. Officials say progress is underway, thanks to…

Yuma County Recorder’s Office set to receive $1 million from the Arizona State Budget

July 10, 2025 9:37 AM Eduardo Morales

The state of Arizona is sending $1,000,000 to the Yuma County Recorder’s Office to help with…

Devin Booker agrees to max extension with the Suns

July 9, 2025 6:40 PM Chas Messman

Suns star Devin Booker has agreed to a two-year max extension with the Phoenix…

New Chaplain Support Program for Yuma Fire & Police Departments

July 9, 2025 5:52 PM Manoah Tuiasosopo

The team will be made up of volunteer chaplains who’ve received specialized training to address the unique challenges and characteristics of first…

Local health officials give tips on staying safe during excessive heat

July 9, 2025 5:08 PM Andrea Turisk

Local fire crews and health officials say staying hydrated and cool is critical right now, especially for those who take certain medications or don’t…