Police in Arizona capture runaway emu
Police in Cottonwood, Arizona were able to capture a pretty cagey character earlier this week, a 60-pound, flightless emu named…
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Mega Millions jackpot reaches $800 million
$800 million is on tap for the next Mega Millions drawing after no ticket matched all six numbers during Friday night’s Halloween…
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Insider Blog: October 2025 Weather Recap
October was an overall warm month with more days ABOVE normal. Also, we can’t forget about the wet start we had, bringing measurable rain here in…
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YPD host ‘Scary & Safe’ Halloween event for families
More than 30 community organizations gathered at the Yuma County Fairgrounds to hand out candy, play games, and bring a little spooky fun…
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Spooky and warm temperatures on this Halloween
Tracking temperatures to stay a little spooky and warmer than normal on this Halloween and for the weekend…
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Yuma Rotary hosts 24th Annual USA-Mexico Friendship Conference and Global Grants Exchange
A conference was held at the Four Points Sheraton and featured plenty of projects from all around the states and…
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Halloween Cell Block Lock-In at the Yuma Territorial Prison
A spooky night at the Yuma Territorial Prison for their cell block lock-in. Locals solved riddles, decode clues, and complete challenges to earn…
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Two federal judges require Trump administration to use emergency funds to partially cover food stamp benefits
By Devan Cole, Tami Luhby, CNN (CNN) — Two federal judges said Friday that the Trump administration must tap into billions of dollars in emergency…
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Somerton High School to host the Great Fall Stampede
The Great Fall Stampede will be on November 6 at Somerton High School (1093 Jefferson St.), from 6 p.m. to 8…
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Lerner & Rowe to host Thanksgiving meal giveaway in Yuma
Families can pick up a free meal on Thursday, November 20 at the Yuma County Fairgrounds, starting at 4…
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Yuma High School District receives ‘A’ grades for 2024-25 school year
The Yuma High School District announced the grades its received through the Arizona Department of Education…
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Witness takes the stand in trial for double murder of an elderly couple
Several witnesses took the stand in the trial of a 20-year-old Romeo Jay Arellano for brutally murdering an elderly…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Behind the scene of a crime
When a crime occurs most people want answers fast, but the Yuma Police Department (YPD) can only release certain information to protect the integrity…
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Tracking sunny and warm weather for Halloween and the weekend ahead
For the final few days of October, we will have warmer-than-normal temperatures that will be sticking around. So expect a warm afternoon for…
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Arizona Western hosts Catrinas Competition for students and locals
More than 20 competitors took part in the event, with a panel of six judges evaluating their work to select the winners. For many participants, the…
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Trial begins for man accused of murdering two elderly people
Opening statements began Thursday evening for 20-year-old Romeo Jay Arellano’s…
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Imperial County court workers rally for fair pay and better treatment
The workers, who are part of SEIU Local 221, say they’re struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living while continuing to serve the…
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Arizona Western College premieres ‘Eurydice’
The play is a retelling of the classic tale of Orpheus (played by Dylan Potratz) as told from the perspective of the female lead of the story,…
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“WIC” could be affected by government shutdown
With the government shutdown still underway, thousands of people could lose access to food and…
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El Centro Main Street to be partially closed for construction
Main Street, between 11th Street and 12th Street, will be closed to all traffic on November 3 and November 4, from 9 p.m. to 6…
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