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FBI Warns of Elder Fraud in Arizona
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 23 June 2021 23 June 2021
Phoenix, Arizona - In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, June 15, 2021, the FBI Phoenix Field Office is raising awareness about cyber scams targeting the elderly in Arizona.
Arson Fire 200 block of S. 2nd Avenue
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- Written by Sergeant Lori Franklin Sergeant Lori Franklin
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Yuma, Arizona - On Friday, June 18, 2021, at approximately 10:27 p.m., the Yuma Police Department responded to assist the Yuma Fire Department at an active fire in the 200 block of S. 2nd Avenue.
Facebook “Dog for Sale” Scam
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Yuma, Arizona - The Facebook “dog for sale” scam has been reported. This is where the scammer, usually from another state claims to be selling puppies on various Facebook groups using a fake account. The scammer will request payment in the form of money orders, money transfers through applications or prepaid gift cards. The scammer will proceed as if they will be shipping the puppy; collect contact information, and residential address information.
Monsoon Season
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- Written by Fire House Facts Fire House Facts
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Yuma, Arizona - This week marked the official start of “Monsoon Season” here in the desert southwest (officially June 15-Sept. 30, according to the National Weather Service). Some of the weather related hazards that could be encountered are Flash Floods, Lightening, Downburst Winds, Blowing Dust, and Excessive Heat. Sudden and intense storms can also down power lines and cause power outages.
Yuma County Library Happenings with Sarah Wisdom June 16th, 2021
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Yuma, Arizona -
Marcus Pool to open June 22 for summer
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Yuma, Arizona - The City will open Marcus Pool, 545 W. 5th St., for summer open swim beginning Tuesday, June 22.
Colorado Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Hate Crime After Unprovoked Stabbing
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- Written by Justice Department Justice Department
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Portland, Oregon - A Colorado man pleaded guilty Thursday to a federal hate crime for stabbing a Black man from Ontario, Oregon while the man was sitting in a fast-food restaurant.