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AZ Briefing: Check out these weekend road closures; Phoenix residents suffer with no AC; Buckeye company investigated over chemical spill
Good morning, Arizona. Here's what our reporters are working on and what you should know before you start your day. Construction across highways in the Phoenix area will cause closures and detours through the upcoming weekend, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. Portions of Interstate 17 and Loop 101 will close entirely, while...
Circle K, nonprofit team up on emergency kits
Police officers know that seconds count in an emergency and having the tools readily available on hand makes saving the life just that important. That’s why the nonprofit Arizona Law Enforcement Canine Association (ALECA), partnered last week with Circle K at the chain’s Tempe headquarters to pack life-saving kits that would “stop the bleed” during emergencies for officers, victims, perpetrators, and K-9 dogs.
LIVE UPDATES: Tracking monsoon storms across the Valley, Arizona
PHOENIX — We're tracking monsoon activity across Arizona Thursday night as severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for parts of the East Valley and areas south of the Phoenix-Metro. Track live radar HERE. Follow live updates as they come in below:. 10:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. 9:15 p.m. 9:10 p.m. 7:00...
YCSO reports 13 heat-related deaths this year in Yuma County
The excessive heat is becoming a deadly problem in Yuma County. The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office has reported 13 heat-related deaths in Yuma County this year, including surrounding cities like San Luis, Somerton, and Wellton. The post YCSO reports 13 heat-related deaths this year in Yuma County appeared first on KYMA.
FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY: Excessive heat and humidity continues through tonight
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY-TV) - An Excessive Heat Warning is still in effect and is set to expire at 8 p.m. TONIGHT for Yuma and Imperial Valley. A Weather Authority First Alert ACTION DAY will also stay in effect through TONIGHT because of the heat and humidity, along with a high heat index.
In lawsuit to block abortion rights ballot measure, foes claim it is ‘too confusing’ for voters
An anti-abortion group filed a lawsuit to block voters from deciding whether the Arizona Constitution should be amended to protect abortion rights, claiming the ballot measure is too confusing and misleading. On Wednesday, Arizona Right to Life launched a legal challenge against the Arizona Abortion Access Act in Maricopa County Superior Court. The nonprofit is […]
Excessive heat impacts local RV resident’s health and sleep
The excessive day and nighttime heat is impacting local residents in RV parks and mobile homes, even impacting their sleep. The post Excessive heat impacts local RV resident’s health and sleep appeared first on KYMA.
Yuma Proving Ground employee receives award for helping Yuma Police Department Officer
Yuma Proving Ground and the Yuma Police Department honored a YPG employee for helping with an arrest. The post Yuma Proving Ground employee receives award for helping Yuma Police Department Officer appeared first on KYMA.
The First Public Teacher in Arizona Only Lasted 6 months!
The school year is beginning in Arizona. As you pick up the annual list of school supplies, consider for a moment what school might have been like when Arizona wasn't even part of the United States. Funding issues and other challenges impact our education system to this day, and it...
Humane Society of Yuma asking community support for influx of puppies
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Humane Society of Yuma (HSOY) has an influx of puppies and are asking for community support to give the animals the care they need. HSOY says they have taken in 63 puppies since July 1 and have been receiving the attention they need. However, HSOY reminds the community that young animals without their mothers could impact their health and development.
Foothills Water and Sewer have public meeting for potential rate hike
Foothills Water and Sewer says water and waste water rates may be on the rise to rising costs and needed improvements. The post Foothills Water and Sewer have public meeting for potential rate hike appeared first on KYMA.
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