$200,000 worth of illegal cockroaches seized in New South Wales
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water (DCCEEW) estimated that the value of the insects, which included dubia cockroaches, a…
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Person struck by vehicle outside ICE facility in New Jersey
A person was thrown to the ground after being hit by a vehicle exiting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in New Jersey…
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U.S. military forces shoot down four Iranian attack drones
In a post on social media, CENTCOM writes that the one-way attack drones “posed an immediate threat to regional maritime…
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Man charged in connection to the murder of actor James Handy
44-year-old Michael Gledhill is charged with one count of murder with a special allegation that he used a deadly weapon, and is being held on a $2…
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Hiker dies after falling ‘significant distance’ at South Mountain in Arizona
There were reports of an injured hiker who fell and the fire department said the man appeared to be in “extremely critical…
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Tracking heat, very dry, winds, and fire risks this weekend
Heading into the weekend, I am tracking more triple-digit heat, along with very dry conditions and stronger winds. This will lead to fire concerns. A…
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ICFD shares safety tips
As temperatures rise, and grass and brush dry out, fire officials in Imperial County remind residents to take simple steps to help prevent fires this…
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Yuma hit-and-run suspect receives probation after pleading guilty
Earlier this year, 24-year-old Saul Angulo Hale was accused of hitting a victim and a light pole with his car near Gila and First…
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Yuma doctor accused of fraud scheme makes first court appearance
A Yuma doctor is facing multiple felony charges after being arrested as part of an ongoing investigation by the Arizona Attorney General’s…
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Brawley murder case delayed; suspects to be tried together following co-defendant’s extradition
23-year-old Genaro Lemus faces first-degree murder charges in connection with the shooting death of 43-year-old Steven Angulo earlier this…
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Summer program launches in Somerton focused on training future healthcare professionals
This six-week summer initiative is designed to engage high school students in health-related and community service activities across various…
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Imperial County sees low voter turnout
Once again, Imperial County saw low voter turnout for the California Primary Election. The Imperial County Registrar of Voters’ website is showing a…
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Yuma doctor charged in fraud scheme totaling more than $36 million; alleged ties to Mexico drug cartels
A Yuma doctor is facing multiple felony charges after being arrested as part of an ongoing investigation by the Arizona Attorney General’s…
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Tracking more June heat for the rest of the week
Triple-digit heat will be staying put in the Desert Southwest for the rest of the week and into the weekend. I am tracking breezier conditions and a…
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Yuma man charged with murder of his son sentenced to prison
38-year-old Daniel Harris will serve 16 years behind bars after pleading guilty to second-degree…
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Yuma man convicted of second-degree murder sentenced
40-year-old Nicholas Harder has been sentenced to 71 years in prison and will serve his terms…
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City of San Luis council member sentenced for unlawful flight
42-year-old Tadeo De La Hoya has been sentenced to 24 months of probation with no jail…
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Yuma Valley Aquatic Center set to reopen this weekend after renovations
Renovations started last November and wrapped up earlier this year, and the pool will reopen on…
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Tracking triple-digit heat for the Desert Southwest
It may not be officially summer just yet, but we are having summer-like temperatures for the rest of the week. Highs will be in the mid-100s,…
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Yuma City Council considers placing Proposition 436 on November ballot
Proposition 436 asks voters to approve a $30 million permanent base adjustment to the city’s expense…
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