Yuma News
How to Quantify the Weight of Forensic Evidence
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- Written by Rich Press Rich Press
- Published: 02 June 2016 02 June 2016
Washington, DC - On May 5 and 6, 2016, NIST hosted a technical colloquium on an important question facing virtually every branch of forensic science today: How should forensic examiners quantify the weight of evidence they find in a case? This was the first technical colloquium in the United States to focus specifically on this issue, and it generated an animated and much needed exchange of ideas.
Ruling in Favor of Federal Trade Commission, Jury Finds Utah Operation Responsible for Making illegal Telemarketing Calls to Consumers
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 02 June 2016 02 June 2016
Washington, DC - A federal court jury in Utah delivered a verdict in favor of the Federal Trade Commission against three Utah-based firms and their owner, finding that they engaged in deceptive and unlawful telemarketing campaigns pitching movies, including making more than 117 million illegal calls to consumers, in violation of the FTC’s Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR).
Governor Doug Ducey Holds Home Sharing Signing Ceremony
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 01 June 2016 01 June 2016
Phoenix, Arizona - Governor Doug Ducey today hosted a signing ceremony for landmark legislation that will open the door for home sharing in Arizona. Senate Bill 1350, passed and signed into law in May, is the latest in several actions the governor has taken to support 21st-century business models and ensure Arizona remains on the leading edge in the new sharing economy. The first of its kind in the nation, this bill will serve as a model for other states and policy makers who want to embrace this innovative industry.
Secretary of State John Kerry to Deliver Remarks at United Nations International School
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- Written by State Department State Department
- Published: 01 June 2016 01 June 2016
New York - U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will deliver remarks to students at United Nations International School during a commencement ceremony at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 2, 2016, in the United Nations General Assembly Hall, in New York City.
Shed Fire 1900 block of 6th Avenue
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 01 June 2016 01 June 2016
Yuma, Arizona - On Tuesday, just before 4:30 pm, a fire was reported in the 1900 block of 6th Avenue. Yuma Fire Department personnel arrived to find a large shed at 1927 South 6th Avenue completely on fire, with fire extending to a second nearby shed. Firefighters began the work to contain and extinguish the fire but their efforts were hampered due to live high voltage electrical wires down in the yard.
Fruit Leather 101
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 01 June 2016 01 June 2016
Yuma, Arizona - On Wednesday, June 15th, Melissa Wyatt, Yuma County Family, Consumer, and Health Sciences Agent for the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, will present “Fruit Leather” at 10:00 a.m. at the Main Library. Learn about the benefits of food dehydration, and how to dry and store fruits.
Basic Safety Workshop
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 01 June 2016 01 June 2016
Somerton, Arizona - On Tuesday, June 14th, the Somerton Library will host a Basic Safety workshop at 3:30 p.m. Learn how to be observant of your surroundings and basic self-defense techniques.