California’s desert farmers defend their river rights

The floors of Southern California’s Imperial Valley are covered with a blanket of crops. A patchwork of vibrant greens brought to life by the Colorado River in a desert sunlit landscape. But as decades of drought dry out the western U.S. and once-strong rivers shrink, a handful of farmers won’t get as much water as […]
Flagstaff Pride runs the Yucca North stage every first Friday

Sabrina Grimaldi With a permanent cast of local drag queens and a rotating cast of suburban queens, The Takeover, hosted by Anya C. Mann and DJ Bear Cole, is a monthly event held on the first Friday of each month at the Yucca North Stage. With a mere $5 admission fee that is donated to […]
Man arrested after Phoenix hit-and-run leaves 2 pedestrians injured

Man Arrested in Phoenix Hit-and-Run, 2 Pedestrians Injured – KTAR.com arizona news Has been updated: March 19, 2023 at 1:31 PM (Photo courtesy of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office) PHOENIX — A man was arrested Saturday in connection with a hit-and-run Friday in which two women were seriously injured, officials said. Germany’s Tapia Kiloz, 48, […]
Yuma set to host congressional border hearing

Hearings are open to the public – reports FOX 9’s Adam Klepp YUMA, Arizona (KECY, KYMA) – Yuma City Hall will host hearings with Republican members of the House Judiciary Committee. The hearing is Thursday, February 23rd. A 15-man delegation, led by President Jim Jordan, is currently in Yuma touring the border and meeting with […]
Danger in Sierra Vista: KETO craze linked to heart disease. Doctor Explains | National News

heart health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “Many people are surprised to learn that the keto diet can be dangerous.” In the news: A low-carb high-fat diet (LCHF), similar to the ketogenic (KETO) diet, can increase dramatically Risk of cardiovascular events in some people. Key Point: In this study, we analyzed data from the UK […]
Funeral notices, March 20, 2023

BW was born on October 19, 1936 in Grove, Gila County, Arizona, and died on February 15, 2023 at the age of 86 in a one-vehicle accident on an icy section of U.S. Route 60 near Magdalena, New Mexico. died. Before him was his wonderful wife of 61 years, Billy (Hunsaker) Cox, and his two […]
Mohave County delays certifying election, for now

Mojave County, Arizona – On Monday, Republican-controlled Arizona’s second county delayed recognizing this month’s election results in protest over voting problems in Maricopa County. In Maricopa County, some Republican officials are blaming losses in top races such as the gubernatorial race. Delay as Maricopa County, the state’s most populous county, finishes tallying the last remaining […]
Supreme Court weighs Navajo Nation water rights dispute

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday will consider whether to allow the Navajo to pursue claims that the federal government has an obligation to address Water rights of Native American tribes. The lawsuit touches on a complex series of agreements and court rulings that have determined for decades how the upper and lower Colorado […]
Yavapai County Sheriff searching for missing 30-year-old woman

Prescott, Arizona — Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office A missing 30-year-old woman has been found safe in Prescott Valley, she said Tuesday. Whitney Collins was last seen early Sunday morning near 933 East Friendly Pines Road in Prescott, officials said. According to YCSO, search and rescue volunteers combed trails, off-trails, and wilderness areas looking for Collins. […]
Wind Advisory issued March 20 at 2:36AM MST until March 21 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ

* What… southerly winds 20 to 30 mph, gusts up to 45 mphBe expected. * Location: Kofa, Yuma, Central La Paz County, Southeast YumaCounty and Gila River Valley. * When… Tuesday noon to 11pm MST. * Impact … difficult driving conditions, especially for large vehiclesVehicles traveling on roads with crosswinds. light,Unfixed objects can become airborne.Wind […]