Safe House – A local nonprofit helps victims at their darkest hour
For most people the thought of living inside a home where a partner is abusive is unimaginable. But, for many that reality is all too real.…
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Former San Luis Arizona Vice Mayor appears in court for hit-and-run, forgery charges
The vice mayor of San Luis, Arizona appeared in court on May 19 after being accused of being involved in a hit-and-run in August 2021. She is now…
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House passes bill targeting alleged price gouging amid high gas prices
The House has voted 217-207 to pass a bill that gives the Federal Trade Commission the authority to investigate energy companies for alleged price…
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Department of Homeland Security asks federal judge for quicker ruling on Title 42
The Department of Homeland Security is asking a federal judge for a ruling on Title 42 by Friday, saying it will help them better prepare for what…
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DEVELOPING: Three in custody after alleged armed robbery on 4th Avenue & 21st St.
Three suspects were taken into custody by the Yuma Police Department (YPD) after officers responded to a Sound Depot store a little before 5 P.M.…
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One arrested after car pursuit for attempted smuggling, caught on camera
Customs and Border Patrol says a man was arrested after attempting to smuggle two others into the United…
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Congressman Ruiz introduces legislation to expand services for homeless veterans
On Tuesday May 17th, Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz announced the bipartisan “Health Care for Homeless Veterans Act” to address rising homelessness among…
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Travelers favor gassing up at local gas stations compared to their hometown
It’s no secret that gas prices are going back up, so travelers are making sure to stop at local gas stations rather than filling up in their…
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House passes domestic terrorism bill following Buffalo shooting
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill aimed to prevent domestic terrorism — and combat the threat of violent extremism by white…
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Concerning jumps in cases of unexplained Hepatitis in kids
The CDC announced Wednesday that it is investigating 180 cases of unexplained severe Hepatitis in kids across the…
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Brawley juvenile shot, two minors and an 18-year-old behind bars
Two minors and an 18-year old are now behind bars for allegedly shooting a juvenile.…
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Yuma County Sheriffs Office rapid DNA matching
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) –Â The rapid DNA law enforcement program is coming to the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office to help deputies solve more crimes.…
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Yuma City audit reveals over $20,000 missing
Yuma city council members voted on the $413 million preliminary budget for the upcoming fiscal year, setting the cap for city…
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Disturbed man arrested after running into Somerton city event
In a report from Somerton Police Department, officers were called in about a disturbed man who was swinging a metal pipe in the middle of the…
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89-year-old killed in a hit-and-run; suspect found and released from jail
EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) – Joe Puga, an 89-year-old retired farmer was struck right outside his home on Lotus and Ross by a hit-and-run driver…
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Yuma County Recorder responds to voter fraud allegations
After multiple allegations of ballot harvesting in Yuma County during the 2020 election, Yuma County Recorder Robyn Stallworth Pouquette shares her…
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SPECIAL REPORT: How local law enforcement is dealing with fentanyl throughout Yuma County
Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, has become a growing problem throughout the United States. The same can be said for Yuma…
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Man found guilty for attempting to smuggle weapons, threatening officers with a gun
A man from Las Vegas was found guilty for smuggling weapons into the United States and for threatening an officer with a…
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Yuma Sector: 400% increase in border encounters compared to 2021
Yuma is vastly outpacing the rest of the border in terms of the percentage increase in…
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Several Arizona election bills approved by legislature
After already passing the Senate, several election bills were approved in the Arizona House making relatively minor changes to election…
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