Yuma News
FTC Reports on Fighting Fraud in African American and Latino Communities
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 15 June 2016 15 June 2016
Washington, DC - The Federal Trade Commission today issued a report to Congress describing the agency’s substantial work on fraud prevention, law enforcement, and consumer outreach and education in African American and Latino communities, and outlining a strategy to build on this prior work.
Joint Statement from the United States and Norway on Deeper Collaboration on Forests and Climate Change
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- Written by State Department State Department
- Published: 15 June 2016 15 June 2016
Washington, DC - Recognizing the critical importance of forests and land use in mitigating the impacts of climate change, and adapting to those impacts that may be unavoidable, the Kingdom of Norway and the United States of America hereby resolve to deepen their collaboration on global issues related to forests and climate change.
City signs statement emphasizing support for the Guard, Reserve
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- Written by City of Yuma City of Yuma
- Published: 14 June 2016 14 June 2016
Yuma, Arizona - The City of Yuma signed a statement of support for the Guard and Reserve at a ceremony at City Hall on Tuesday, reinforcing those called up to serve their country will not need to worry about their civilian jobs.
Shooting Investigation in the 800 Block W. 11th Street
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- Written by YPD YPD
- Published: 14 June 2016 14 June 2016
Yuma, Arizona - Last night at 9:19 P.M., the Yuma Police Department responded to a call for shots fired in the 800 Block W. 11th Street.
Arizona Auto Premiums Vary by 65% Based on Credit Score
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- Written by Diana Popa - WalletHub Diana Popa - WalletHub
- Published: 14 June 2016 14 June 2016
Phoenix, Arizona - With car-buying season hitting full gear following impressive Memorial Day Weekend sales, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its 2016 Car Insurance & Credit Scores Report, which examines the extent to which major auto insurers use credit data in policy pricing.
Official start of “Monsoon Season”
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- Written by Fire House Facts Fire House Facts
- Published: 14 June 2016 14 June 2016
Yuma, Arizona - This week mark’s 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.
Alzheimer Grupo de Apoyo - Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 14 June 2016 14 June 2016
Somerton, Arizona - On Tuesday, June 28th, Alzheimer Grupo de Apoyo (Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group) will meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Somerton Library. Caring for someone with Alzheimer's can be challenging, but a support group can give you the reassurance you need. Connect with other caregivers and share tips, advice, and support. There is no charge to attend.