Records show coordinated Arizona ballot collection scheme

Guillermina Fuentes, 66, and a second woman were indicted in December 2020 on one count of ballot abuse, a practice commonly known as “ballot harvesting” that was made illegal under a 2016 state law.

Federal judge blocks end of Title 42; Yuma mayor voiced concern prior to ruling

The mayor of a border city in Arizona is weighing in on what he thinks could happen if a controversial U.S. policy known as Title 42 ends. A federal judge has since blocked the Biden administration's plan to end the policy.

Fire restrictions for Arizona national forests begin May 5

Stage 1 fire restrictions for the Apache-Sitgreaves, Coconino, Kaibab, and Tonto National Forests begin at 8 a.m. The restrictions will also be in effect on the Williams and Tusayan districts of the Kaibab National Forest

Yuma man defrauded victim out of nearly $800K using false start-up business

Andres Fernandez, 29, reportedly scammed the person using a fake start-up company and used the money to buy luxury items, including a car and other travel expenses.

Border Patrol stopped 23 people on terrorist database at southern border in 2021: CBP data

Border Patrol apprehended at least 23 people coming across the southern border whose names are on the terror watchlist in 2021, according to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data obtained by Fox News.

Arizona Dem senators warn Biden against 'sharp end' to Title 42 border restrictions without plan

The Biden administration is widely reported to be considering ending Title 42 -- a Trump-era order implemented in March 2020 that allows for the quick expulsion of migrants at the border due to the COVID-19 pandemic -- when it is due for renewal next week.

Mexico finds 11 bodies in clandestine pits near US border

Investigators used backhoes Sunday and Monday to excavate a series of pits, many holding several bodies, in San Luis Rio Colorado, across the border from Yuma, Arizona.

Yuma firefighter leaves hospital after nearly losing his life to COVID-19

52-year-old Brad Henderson, who was not vaccinated against COVID-19, had to be placed on an ECMO machine for 55 days. Now, the veteran firefighter is leaving Banner Rehabilitation Hospital.

Border Patrol agents rescue migrants from drowning in Yuma canal

“The agents rushed towards the struggling migrants, approximately fifty yards apart, and pulled out one by extending a hand and lifting him to shore,” officials said in a news release. “Agents used a rescue disc to pull the other to safety.”

Rural Metro in Yuma appoints first female fire chief

Melissa Hilpert began her career with the Rural Metro Fire as a reserve firefighter and EMT in 2000.

Caught on camera: Dozens of migrants rescued after nearly drowning in Yuma canal

The incident began near Levee Road and County 13 ½ Street when a Yuma County deputy on patrol reportedly saw a group of migrants jumping into and swimming in a canal.

Arizona border cop says Mexican cartels war not something easy to win

During a one-week period late in December, Arizona State Troopers seized over 664 pounds of methamphetamine and 37 pounds of fentanyl, according to DPS.

Border Patrol official’s tweet on capture of ‘potential terrorist’ deleted; CBP says it violated protocol

CBP Public Affairs Assistant Commissioner Luis Miranda said in a statement that the tweet was deleted because "it contained law enforcement sensitive information, violating agency protocols."

Rural Arizona hospitals seek federal help for COVID staffing

The request form submitted to FEMA shows hospitals in Kingman, Bullhead City, Yuma, Douglas, Bisbee, Sierra Vista and Willcox are in need of nurses for COVID-19 care and emergency department support.

Yuma mayor: US responding to border, emergency easing

The mayor of Yuma, Arizona says an emergency situation in the southwestern Arizona border city has eased with federal officials moving in additional personnel in response to thousands of migrants.