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El Centro Woman Wakes up to Burglar Next to Her Bed

A nightmare turned reality when a woman wakes up to a burglar next to her bed. More>>

Yuma man with condemned home goes to trial

YUMA, AZ - While his home was being torn down, the man behind all the controversy for living in an unsanitary house was in court. Paul Robert Cohn was at Yuma City Municipal Court on trial for endangerment and cruelty to animals. More>>

No trial date set for Yuma murder case

YUMA, AZ - More delays in the case of the man accused of killing a Yuma doctor five years ago. Preston Alton Strong appeared at Yuma Superior Court this morning for a hearing to see if they can move forward and set a trial date. More>>

Fallen Yuma area law enforcement officials honored at Memorial Service

The ceremony set-up is the same as if it were a burial for one of their own, the only difference is a flag stands in the middle to honor those killed in the line of duty. More>>

Yuma Food Bank will share $50,000 check with other organizations

YUMA, AZ - A local non-profit receives a big check from Walmart which will help fight hunger in Yuma County. Today a Walmart's spokesperson announced the grant beneficiary during a news conference at the Yuma Community Food Bank. More>>

Investigation report against Yuma Mayor Al Krieger accepted and approved

A huge billboard outside of Yuma city hall criticizes the investigation being done on Mayor Al Krieger, who is accused of conflict of interest and abusing his authority. More>>

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McCabe Elementary School Students Name Border Patrol Mustang
McCabe Elementary School Students Name Border Patrol Mustang
IMPERIAL VALLEY, CA - Students at McCabe Elementary School lining up Tuesday morning to meet Dusty, the newest member of the El Centro Sector Border Patrol's Horse Unit. These 2nd graders may be smallMore >>
Students at McCabe Elementary School lining up Tuesday morning to meet Dusty, the newest member of the El Centro Sector Border Patrol's Horse Unit.More >>
U.S. Soldier and Yuma Native Killed in Afghanistan Honored Statewide
U.S. Soldier and Yuma Native Killed in Afghanistan Honored Statewide
YUMA, AZ - Flags flying at half staff Monday in honor of a fallen soldier and Yuma native who was killed in Afghanistan on Friday. The U.S. Department of Defense says 30-Year-Old U.S. Army 1st lieutenantMore >>
Flags flying at half staff Monday in honor of a fallen soldier and Yuma native who was killed in Afghanistan on Friday.More >>
Several suspects accused of various crimes back in Yuma court
Several suspects accused of various crimes back in Yuma court
Yuma, AZ - 22-year old Michael Kinale went before Judge Gregory Stewart at the Yuma Justice Court for a status hearing in connection to his extradition back to Imperial County. Kinale was arrested by YumaMore >>
Yuma, AZ- 5 accused of various crimes ranging from child abuse to armed robbery were arraigned on their charges at the Yuma County Superior Court and another was in for a status hearing at the Yuma Justice Court... More >>
Convicted sex offender notification in Yuma
Convicted sex offender notification in Yuma
YUMA, AZ - A registered sex offender has a new address in Yuma. The Yuma Police Department is notifying the public of a convicted and registered sex offender who is now living on the 1900 block of SouthMore >>
YUMA, AZ - A registered sex offender has a new address in Yuma. The Yuma Police Department is notifying the public of a convicted and registered sex offender who is now living on the 1900 block of South Maple Avenue in Yuma.More >>
Dismembered bodies Dumped off Highway in Mexico
Dismembered bodies Dumped off Highway in Mexico
NUEVO LEON, MEXICO - Human remains of 37 people found in Mexico Sunday. Authorities says they found dismembered bodies stuffed into bags and dumped on a highway near the northern industrial city ofMore >>
Human remains of 37 people found in Mexico Sunday.More >>
Calipatria State Prison Adult Graduation Ceremony
Calipatria State Prison Adult Graduation Ceremony
CALIPATRIA, CA -As Students throughout the Desert Southwest graduate from high school and college, 29 Level IV convicted felons also graduated. Calipatria State Prison Held it's Adult Education GraduationMore >>
As Students throughout the Desert Southwest graduate from high school and college, 29 Level IV convicted felons also graduated.More >>
Yuma Regional Medical Center Begins Drive for School Supplies
Yuma Regional Medical Center Begins Drive for School Supplies
YUMA, AZ - It's that time of year again. With the end of one school year, the start of a new one is fast approaching. The Foundation of Yuma Regional Medical Center is beginning its annual Drive for SchoolMore >>
It's that time of year again. With the end of one school year, the start of a new one is fast approaching.More >>
U.S. Soldier and Yuma Native Killed in Afghanistan
U.S. Soldier and Yuma Native Killed in Afghanistan
Yuma, AZ – A 30-year-old soldier from Yuma died while serving in Afghanistan. Gov. Jan Brewer's office says U.S. Army 1st Lt. Alejo Thompson was killed Friday serving in support of Operation EnduringMore >>
A 30-year-old soldier from Yuma died while serving in Afghanistan.More >>
Friday Night Shooting Leaves 2 Dead.
Friday Night Shooting Leaves 2 Dead.
YUMA AZ- The Yuma Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place Friday night killing two people in an act of self defense. Police say at 10:20 they were called out to the 2600 Block ofMore >>
The Yuma Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place Friday night killing two people in an act of self defense.More >>
Yuma mother and daughter both reach graduation milestone
Yuma mother and daughter both reach graduation milestone
Yuma, AZ--Diana Robnett and her daughter Maya shared the same joy among the hundreds of graduates who reached a milestone tonight "It was an amazing experience to watch my daughter grow and learn andMore >>
Diana Robnett and her daughter Maya shared the same joy among the hundreds of graduates who reached a milestone tonightMore >>
O.C. Johnson students get sprayed by fire engine hose
O.C. Johnson students get sprayed by fire engine hose
YUMA, AZ- Students were getting in on some fun with the Yuma Fire Department. Students at O.C. Johnson Elementary School got a special treat Friday afternoon as firefighters sprayed the engines waterMore >>
Students at O.C. Johnson Elementary School got a special treat Friday afternoon as firefighters sprayed the engines water hose at them.More >>
Murder suspect indicted by grand jury
Murder suspect indicted by grand jury
YUMA, AZ- One of several suspects arrested in the deadly baseball bat beating of a Yuma man is indicted by a grand jury. Jonathon Ochoa will be arraigned later this month on five charges in the murderMore >>
Jonathon Ochoa will be arraigned later this month on five charges in the murder of 33 year old Kendall Smith. More >>
Yuma non-profit Sees spike in employers wanting to hire
Yuma non-profit Sees spike in employers wanting to hire
Yuma, AZ - Yuma's latest unemployment figures show nearly one in four are out of work. "It's Hard to find a job in Yuma," says Angel Martinz, a Yuma Resident looking for employment. But the Yuma PrivateMore >>
Yuma, AZ - the Yuma Private Industry Council tells News 13 they have seen a drastic increase in help wanted.More >>
Shooting Suspect Hustled Out of Court
Shooting Suspect Hustled Out of Court
YUMA, AZ - Before being wrestled out by several court bailiff's Carlos Arellano was seen for the possible involvement of an attempted murder Tuesday in Yuma. Plus criminal trespass on Thursday, two separateMore >>
Before being wrestled out by several court bailiff's Carlos Arellano was seen for the possible involvement of an attempted murder Tuesday in Yuma.More >>
High Ozone Advisory for the Yuma Area
High Ozone Advisory for the Yuma Area
YUMA,AZ - The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality is issuing a High Pollution Advisory (HPA) for ozone for the Yuma area on Friday, May 11. The HPA is being issued because of an increase in naturalMore >>
ADEQ recommends that children and adults with respiratory problems avoid outdoor activities on Friday and suggests the general public limit outdoor activity throughout the day.

"When coupled with the elevated temperatures and bright sunshine that we expect to see over the next few days, it's a recipe for ozone formation," said ADEQ Air Quality Division Director Eric Massey. More >>
Pinal Sheriff Babeau Leaves Congressional Race
Pinal Sheriff Babeau Leaves Congressional Race
FLORENCE, Ariz. (AP) - A conservative Arizona sheriff who announced he is gay amid allegations of abuse of power says he is no longer running for Congress. Pinal County sheriff Paul Babeu's campaignMore >>
A conservative Arizona sheriff who announced he is gay amid allegations of abuse of power says he is no longer running for Congress.

Pinal County sheriff Paul Babeu's campaign said Friday that he is dropping out of Arizona's 4th Congressional District race and will instead seek re-election as sheriff. More >>
Shooting suspect barricades himself in Yuma neighborhood
Shooting suspect barricades himself in Yuma neighborhood
Yuma, AZ--Yuma police officers, members of the special enforcement team and hostage negotiation team crowded the 1900 block of Second Avenue Thursday afternoon in an effort to arrest a man running fromMore >>
Yuma police officers, members of the special enforcement team and hostage negotiation team crowded the 1900 block of Second Avenue Thursday afternoon in an effort to arrest a man running from the law.More >>
Charges dropped against former Yuma Police sergeant
Charges dropped against former Yuma Police sergeant
Yuma, AZ--Court records show there was insufficient evidence for former Yuma Police Sergeant Torrin Fannin to be convicted. Fannin faced one felony count of bribery of a public servant and one felonyMore >>
Court records show there was insufficient evidence for former Yuma Police Sergeant Torrin Fannin to be convicted.More >>
Teens busted for drugs at Calexico border fence
Teens busted for drugs at Calexico border fence
CALEXICO, CA - Two teens are behind bars after they tried to smuggle drugs across the U.S.-Mexican border. El Centro Border Patrol says agents working in Calexico arrested a 17 and 18 year old after theyMore >>
CALEXICO, CA - Two teens are behind bars after they tried to smuggle drugs across the U.S.-Mexican border. El Centro Border Patrol says agents working in Calexico arrested a 17 and 18 year old after they saw them throw marijuana wrapped up in plastic bags over the border fence Monday night.More >>
Homicide Suspect appears in court while Bustamante is Busted in Mexico
Homicide Suspect appears in court while Bustamante is Busted in Mexico
Yuma, AZ - Manuel Bustamante, a wanted homicide suspect on the run since April for the death of a Yuma man is behind bars in Mexico. Cpt. Eben Bratcher with the Yuma County Sheriff's Office says "HeMore >>
Manuel Bustamante, a wanted homicide suspect on the run since April for the death of a Yuma man is behind bars in Mexico.More >>
AC overheats in Yuma school, students evacuated
AC overheats in Yuma school, students evacuated
YUMA, AZ - With temperatures heating up, a local school got a scare today after an incident with an air conditioner. Yuma Fire Department says some students at Pueblo Elementary School had to be evacuatedMore >>
YUMA, AZ - With temperatures heating up, a local school got a scare today after an incident with an air conditioner. Yuma Fire Department says some students at Pueblo Elementary School had to be evacuated this morning after an AC overheated releasing a smell of burned wires.More >>
Yuma man arrested and questioned in connection to shooting
Yuma man arrested and questioned in connection to shooting
Yuma, AZ--Police surround a Yuma neighborhood after 24-year old Carlos Arellano barricaded himself inside a home. They believe he was a member of a group who fled before Yuma police arrived on sceneMore >>
Police surround a Yuma neighborhood after 24-year old Carlos Arellano barricaded himself inside a home.More >>
BLM Issues Fire Restrictions
BLM Issues Fire Restrictions
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YUMA, AZ - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado River District is announcing fire restrictions on 2.5 million acres of public lands in western Arizona and southeastern California along the ColoradoMore >>
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado River District is announcing fire restrictions on 2.5 million acres of public lands in western Arizona and southeastern California along the Colorado River.More >>
Bustamante Arrested in San Luis Mexico
Bustamante Arrested in San Luis Mexico
San Luis, Mexico - Yuma County Sheriff's Office was informed that homicide suspect Manuel Bustamante had been captured by authorities in San Luis, Mexico. Bustamante was arrested in Mexico on chargesMore >>
Manuel Bustamante was arrested in Mexico on charges of attempted homicide stemming from a shooting he was allegedly involved in while hiding in Mexico.

Mexican authorities reported that Bustamante allegedly shot an adult male multiple times during a robbery attempt where Bustamante was trying to rob the subject of drugs. He is one of several people facing charges here for the baseball bat beating death of a Yuma man.More >>
New mayor of San Luis sworn in
New mayor of San Luis sworn in
San Luis, AZ--Economic development, expansion of a local port of entry and more community involvement is on the agenda for the new mayor of San Luis. Following the sudden resignation of Mayor Juan CarlosMore >>
Economic development, expansion of a local port of entry and more community involvement is on the agenda for the new mayor of San Luis.More >>

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Crews try to stop AZ blaze from crossing fire line
Crews try to stop AZ blaze from crossing fire line
Firefighters have been working to prevent a wildfire near the historic mining town of Crown King from spreading to an area where it could quickly grow.More >>
Firefighters have been working to prevent a wildfire near the historic mining town of Crown King from spreading to an area where it could quickly grow.More >>
Ex-Marine gets prison for firing at Hopi police
Ex-Marine gets prison for firing at Hopi police
A former Marine has been sentenced to almost 15 years in federal prison for firing at tribal police officers in northeastern Arizona last year.More >>
A former Marine has been sentenced to almost 15 years in federal prison for firing at tribal police officers in northeastern Arizona last year.More >>
Man, woman arrested in separate pot busts in Ariz.
Man, woman arrested in separate pot busts in Ariz.
Federal authorities say a Buckeye man and Mexican woman have been arrested in separate marijuana smuggling cases.More >>
Federal authorities say a Buckeye man and Mexican woman have been arrested in separate marijuana smuggling cases.More >>
Senator seeks examination of Arpaio's use of aid
Senator seeks examination of Arpaio's use of aid
A U.S. senator is asking federal authorities to consider seeking repayment of federal aid to Maricopa County if they determine that Sheriff Joe Arpaio's office used tax dollars from Washington to detain people whose...More >>
A U.S. senator is asking federal authorities to consider seeking repayment of federal aid to Maricopa County if they determine that Sheriff Joe Arpaio's office used tax dollars from Washington to detain people whose...More >>
Arizona eyes new role on health insurance reviews
Arizona eyes new role on health insurance reviews
Arizona is among states challenging the federal health care overhaul, but Republican Gov. Jan Brewer's administration is moving to implement part of the law by reviewing health insurance rates to see if they should be...More >>
Arizona is among states challenging the federal health care overhaul, but Republican Gov. Jan Brewer's administration is moving to implement part of the law by reviewing health insurance rates to see if they should be...More >>
News Minute: Here is the latest Arizona news from The Associated Press
News Minute: Here is the latest Arizona news from The Associated Press
Some relatives of a Phoenix woman fatally stabbed in 1986 are frustrated by the Arizona Supreme Court's postponement of her killer's execution. The Arizona Supreme Court granted a stay for Samuel Villegas Lopez, who...More >>
Federal indictment charges Arizona legislator
Federal indictment charges Arizona legislator
An Arizona legislator who served on the Tempe City Council for 16 years faces a federal indictment charging him with bribery and other crimes stemming from an FBI undercover operation.More >>
An Arizona legislator who served on the Tempe City Council for 16 years faces a federal indictment charging him with bribery and other crimes stemming from an FBI undercover operation.More >>
Douglas man accused in child molestation case
Douglas man accused in child molestation case
Authorities say a Douglas man has been arrested in a child molestation case.More >>
Authorities say a Douglas man has been arrested in a child molestation case.More >>
Prosecutors offer plea agreement to Arizona boy
Prosecutors offer plea agreement to Arizona boy
A St. Johns boy sentenced to residential treatment for killing his father's friend could avoid a majority of alleged probation violations.More >>
A St. Johns boy sentenced to residential treatment for killing his father's friend could avoid a majority of alleged probation violations.More >>
Request to block execution cites clemency issue
Request to block execution cites clemency issue
An Arizona death-row inmate is asking the state Supreme Court to block his execution Wednesday so a lower court can consider whether the inmate's rights to a fair clemency hearing have been violated.More >>
An Arizona death-row inmate is asking the state Supreme Court to block his execution Wednesday so a lower court can consider whether the inmate's rights to a fair clemency hearing have been violated.More >>

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Sisters sue CA officials for missing sex abuse
Sisters sue CA officials for missing sex abuse
Six sisters who for years were sexually abused by their father with their mother's help are suing government officials for failing to properly investigate their ordeal.More >>
Six sisters who for years were sexually abused by their father with their mother's help are suing government officials for failing to properly investigate their ordeal.More >>
Calif. woman apparently burned by rocks in pocket
Calif. woman apparently burned by rocks in pocket
Authorities in Southern California are investigating what appears to be the spontaneous combustion of rocks scooped from a San Clemente Beach that left a woman with third-degree burns.More >>
Authorities in Southern California are investigating what appears to be the spontaneous combustion of rocks scooped from a San Clemente Beach that left a woman with third-degree burns.More >>
Man charged with Hacienda Heights church arson
Man charged with Hacienda Heights church arson
Los Angeles County prosecutors say a man has been charged with setting a fire at a church in Hacienda Heights that caused more than $6.5 million in damage.More >>
Los Angeles County prosecutors say a man has been charged with setting a fire at a church in Hacienda Heights that caused more than $6.5 million in damage.More >>
CA museum gets big gift to build shuttle exhibit
CA museum gets big gift to build shuttle exhibit
A California museum says it has raised nearly half of the $200 million needed to build a permanent exhibit for the space shuttle Endeavour.More >>
A California museum says it has raised nearly half of the $200 million needed to build a permanent exhibit for the space shuttle Endeavour.More >>
7 LA deputies pulled from duty in investigation
7 LA deputies pulled from duty in investigation
A Los Angeles County sheriff's spokesman confirms seven deputies have been relieved of duty with pay as part of an internal affairs investigation.More >>
A Los Angeles County sheriff's spokesman confirms seven deputies have been relieved of duty with pay as part of an internal affairs investigation.More >>
Teen's body recovered from Wash.'s Chehalis River
Teen's body recovered from Wash.'s Chehalis River
Thurston County sheriff's divers have recovered the body of a 16-year-old boy from the Chehalis River near Rochester, Wash.More >>
Thurston County sheriff's divers have recovered the body of a 16-year-old boy from the Chehalis River near Rochester, Wash.More >>
Bloomberg gives to Calif. tobacco tax campaign
Bloomberg gives to Calif. tobacco tax campaign
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has given half a million dollars to a campaign supporting a California initiative that would raise the state's cigarette tax to fund cancer research.More >>
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has given half a million dollars to a campaign supporting a California initiative that would raise the state's cigarette tax to fund cancer research.More >>
Calif. freeway overpass rebuilt after truck fire
Calif. freeway overpass rebuilt after truck fire
Transportation officials say an overpass has been rebuilt after it was badly burned then demolished when a tanker truck burst into flames on a Southern California freeway.More >>
Transportation officials say an overpass has been rebuilt after it was badly burned then demolished when a tanker truck burst into flames on a Southern California freeway.More >>
Junior Seau's San Diego-area restaurant closes
Junior Seau's San Diego-area restaurant closes
A San Diego restaurant opened by Junior Seau in 1996 has closed its doors two weeks after the NFL star's suicide.More >>
A San Diego restaurant opened by Junior Seau in 1996 has closed its doors two weeks after the NFL star's suicide.More >>
Bicycle stolen from Junior Seau's garage recovered
Bicycle stolen from Junior Seau's garage recovered
Police say a bicycle stolen from Junior Seau's Oceanside home days after the former NFL star's suicide has been recovered.More >>
Police say a bicycle stolen from Junior Seau's Oceanside home days after the former NFL star's suicide has been recovered.More >>

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Celtics top 76ers 107-91 in Game 3 for 2-1 lead
Celtics top 76ers 107-91 in Game 3 for 2-1 lead
Kevin Garnett scored 27 points, grabbed 13 rebounds, and used a dominant second quarter to help the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 107-91 on Wednesday night and take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference...More >>
Kevin Garnett yapped his way down the court after big baskets and clearly enjoyed taking it to the 76ers.More >>
RFK Jr.'s estranged wife, Mary, found dead in NY
RFK Jr.'s estranged wife, Mary, found dead in NY
An attorney says Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s estranged wife has been found dead in New York.More >>
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s estranged wife, Mary Richardson Kennedy, who had fought drug and alcohol problems, was found dead at the family property Wednesday.More >>
Tropical Storm Aletta weakening in the Pacific
Tropical Storm Aletta weakening in the Pacific
Tropical Storm Aletta is weakening is it spins far out over the Pacific.More >>
Tropical Storm Aletta is weakening as it spins far out over the Pacific.More >>
TB patient charged in Calif. for not taking meds
TB patient charged in Calif. for not taking meds
A tuberculosis patient has been charged in California after authorities said he failed to take medication for the highly contagious disease.More >>
Authorities in California took the unusual step of jailing and charging a tuberculosis patient who they say refused to take medication to keep his disease from becoming contagious.More >>
Crews try to stop AZ blaze from crossing fire line
Crews try to stop AZ blaze from crossing fire line
Firefighters have been working to prevent a wildfire near the historic mining town of Crown King from spreading to an area where it could quickly grow.More >>
High winds have nearly tripled the size of a wildfire in northern Arizona that led to an evacuation order for a historic mining town.More >>
FBI links white-powder envelopes to Texas
FBI links white-powder envelopes to Texas
The FBI says it suspects the mailings of hundreds of envelopes containing white powder over the last four years are the work of someone in Texas.More >>
The FBI says it suspects the mailings of hundreds of envelopes containing white powder over the last four years are the work of someone in Texas.More >>
'Lady A' fetes students in tornado-hit Ind. town
'Lady A' fetes students in tornado-hit Ind. town
One of country music's biggest acts is preparing to stage a benefit concert for a southern Indiana town battered by March tornadoes.More >>
The Grammy Award-winning country music trio Lady Antebellum performed a "mini-prom" for students of a southern Indiana town that was devastated by a tornado in early March.More >>
Inactive missile drops from Army chopper in Texas
Inactive missile drops from Army chopper in Texas
A 6-foot-long inactive training missile accidentally fell from a military helicopter into field near a Texas military post, causing the brief evacuation of nearby homes but not harming anyone, officials said.More >>
A 6-foot-long inactive training missile accidentally fell from a military helicopter into field near a Texas military post, causing the brief evacuation of nearby homes but not harming anyone, officials said.More >>
Manny Pacquiao denounces anti-gay allegations
Manny Pacquiao denounces anti-gay allegations
Manny Pacquiao says he loves and supports gays and lesbians, even though he does not approve of gay marriage.More >>
Manny Pacquiao says he loves and supports gays and lesbians, even though he does not approve of gay marriage.More >>
Officer's acquittal over Texas arrest upsets some
Officer's acquittal over Texas arrest upsets some
Jurors are deliberating for a second day in the case of a former Houston police officer accused of taking part in the videotaped beating of a 15-year-old burglary suspect.More >>
A jury's acquittal Wednesday of a former Houston police officer in the alleged beating of a 15-year-old burglary suspect during a videotaped arrest upset black community leaders who criticized the verdict as unjust and...More >>

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Telemedicine connects specialists to Imperial Valley patients
Telemedicine connects specialists to Imperial Valley patients
Calexico--If you have problems with transportation and need to see a medical specialist but one isn't around for hundreds of miles away, one Imperial Valley clinic can teleconnect you. "This is a greatMore >>
If you have problems with transportation and need to see a medical specialist but one isn't around for hundreds of miles away, one Imperial Valley clinic can teleconnect you.More >>
Yuma mom donates part of her liver to 1-year old daughter
Yuma mom donates part of her liver to 1-year old daughter
Tucson--They walked in together, it was mom, Vanessa Negrete, one-and-a-half year old Aliyah and big sister Emily. It's a moment this family had been waiting for, and it came just in time. "Right nowMore >>
They walked in together, it was mom, Vanessa Negrete, one-and-a-half year old Aliyah and big sister Emily. It's a moment this family had been waiting for, and it came just in time.More >>
Medical marijuana dispensaries put on hold in Imperial Valley
Medical marijuana dispensaries put on hold in Imperial Valley
Two cities in the Imperial Valley voted differently on what to do over medical marijuana dispensaries.More >>
New website offers air quality forecasts for Yuma area
New website offers air quality forecasts for Yuma area
A new public tool is now available for people who have asthma and respiratory problems. With just a click of your mouse you'll be able to find out what your air quality conditions are at any given day.More >>
Yuma Fire Department and Rural Metro work together to provide ambulance service
Yuma Fire Department and Rural Metro work together to provide ambulance service
The transition of two local agencies working together to provide emergency ambulance services to patients began today.More >>
H1N1 virus breaks into Centinela State Prison
H1N1 virus breaks into Centinela State Prison
Spanish media are reporting that the H1N1 virus is back in Mexico city and the cases are rising.

Several swine flu cases have popped up here in the Desert SouthwestMore >>
Two Yuma students overcome obstacles to achieve higher education
Two Yuma students overcome obstacles to achieve higher education
Two local college students overcome financial and medical obstacles to graduate.More >>
YRMC on Cold & Flu Season
YRMC on Cold & Flu Season
Coughing, sneezing, and feeling bad, are all symptoms both the common cold and flu virus may cause and according to Infection Preventionist, Jill Labossiere many people have a hard time identifying their illness.More >>
Yuma elementary students participate in health run
Yuma elementary students participate in health run
Local elementary school students got in on a work out this morning. About 400 H.L. Suverkrup students participated in the Doctor Lubb Dubb's Healthy Heart Fun Run this morning.More >>
Local organization to host Christmas tree lighting event
Local organization to host Christmas tree lighting event
We just got through Thanksgiving Day and it already feels like Christmas. The Caballeros de Yuma will be hosting the 26th Annual Friendship Tower Lighting tomorrow night at the Desert Sun Stadium, located at 3500 S. Avenue A. The event will start at 6:30pm.More >>