Jose Mena runs for Mayor of Somerton
Mena says his platform focuses on listening to residents, strengthening city departments that are short-staffed, and promoting economic growth by…
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Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance expect delay in closing deal
Attorneys general from 12 states, including Arizona and California, asked a federal court to issue a temporary restraining order against the deal,…
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Two landscapers in Oklahoma injured after cherry picker slams to the ground
Isaac Reyes and his brother, Andrew, were trimming a tree in the backyard of a home when a cable on the cherry picker snapped and sent them hurtling…
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CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Floodwater submerge Uvalde streets
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flash flood emergency in Texas’ Uvalde County Thursday as up to 20 inches of rain fell across the region…
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Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing enters second day
Lawmakers on the Senate Judiciary Committee had some sharp questions for Blanche Wednesday, and they heard from witnesses who were called to testify…
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Firefighters in Southern California battle brush fire
The Pointe Fire was first reported at about 1:45 p.m. As of Thursday, the Pointe Fire has been 32%…
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Nearly 1,650 people across the country contract cyclosporiasis
The agency issued a health alert this week confirming the information, with the alert stating another 5,100 cases are being investigated as…
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FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY: Tracking hot and humid conditions with storm potential
A Weather Authority First Alert Action Day remains in effect through Thursday night due to extreme heat and high humidity. I am also tracking…
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Cal Fire battles Thorn Fire in California
The Thorn Fire is burning in the area of Buckthorn and Clover Trail, near Golden Acorn Casino, with nearly 600 acres burned so…
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Travis Manion Foundation to host Yuma 9/11 Heroes Run
The annual event is taking place Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Colorado River State Historic Park at 6:30…
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Detainees craft 100 blankets for Imperial County children in crisis
Female residents at the Imperial Regional Detention Facility (IRDF) recently traded their regular routines for crochet needles, handcrafting and…
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Yuma City Council approves to keep SROs at four YUHSD campuses
Yuma City Council members approved an agreement Wednesday night that would keep school resource officers (SRO) at four Yuma Union High School…
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City of Yuma searches for next administrator
The search for City of Yuma’s next administrator is now underway, and city leaders want to hear from the…
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How the summer heat affects local businesses in Yuma
For some local businesses, summer means slower days and fewer customers, but for others, it’s one of the busiest times of the…
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SLPD receives federal grant to fund border security
Operation Stone Garden is a grant that will help enhance border security and assist local agencies. The money allows SLPD to partner with Border…
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Argentina defeats England in FIFA World Cup semi-finals
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to a close, Argentina defeated England, and will go face-to-face with Spain…
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City of El Centro to temporarily close Bark Park for annual maintenance
The closure, taking place Monday, August 3, 2026 through Monday, August 24, 2026, is for annual…
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Proposed gold Trump coin unveiled
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed new images of a “proposed” coin. It’s a dollar gold coin, featuring President Donald…
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Better Business Bureau: Air duct cleaning
The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) suggests cleaning every three to five years, but the US Environmental Protection Agency recommends…
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Firefighters in California give oxygen to pigeon
After stopping a vehicle fire Tuesday, a crew from Oakland Firefighters Local 55 noticed a pigeon having some difficulty breathing due to suspected…
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