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California legislature passes bill banning voter ID laws
(The Center Square) - The California legislature passed a bill banning local governments from adopting voter identification laws for local elections. California does not require identification to vote, but earlier this year, the City of Huntington Beach approved a voter ID requirement for municipal elections starting in 2026. This bill would override Huntington Beach’s policy. “An overwhelming body of evidence proves that voter ID laws only subvert voter turnout and create barriers to law abiding voters,” wrote bill author State Sen. Dave Min, D-Irvine. “To...
Gov. Newsom's staff changes story on funding for 'personal' Mexico whale-watching trip, report says
Our media partner, the San Francisco Standard, is digging into a "fishy" story involving Gov. Gavin Newsom.Last year, Newsom took part in a whale-watching tour in Mexico that his staff had initially called a "personal trip."MORE: Bay Area assemblymember spent thousands of campaign dollars at pro sporting events, report saysBut as the Standard reports in a new article, the governor's staff has since changed their story, and we're learning a nonprofit paid for the excursion.Gabe Greschler, the Standard's politics reporter who wrote the article, joined ABC7 News to give more details.Watch the full interview in the player above.Izzy Gardon, Governor...
Trump Begs For Jesus: Says He Would Win Even California If Jesus Was Counting Votes In Nov.
We didn't need more evidence that Trump's big, baseless and ongoing lie about fraud costing him elections was never more than a ploy to either save face after losing or a backup plan to upend democracy but here we are. The post Trump Begs For Jesus: Says He Would Win Even California If Jesus Was Counting Votes In Nov. appeared first on NewsOne.
Congressman Raul Ruiz and cancer advocates bring awareness to Clinical Trial Modernization Act
Congressman Raul Ruiz and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Hosted a press conference in El Centro to bring awareness to the Clinical Trial Modernization Act and highlight the importance of reducing barriers for clinical trials. The post Congressman Raul Ruiz and cancer advocates bring awareness to Clinical Trial Modernization Act appeared first on KYMA.
Vets’ Health Issues, PACT Act the Focus of First Local Vets U
IMPERIAL — Elaine Angelica Vidaurry is still just coming to understand the PACT Act, what benefits she’s entitled to as a disabled veteran and whether any of the conditions that keep her up at night are part of the 23 expanded illnesses and conditions included in June. The...
Calif. Supreme Court rejects youth parole for man convicted of San Diego rapes
Jeremiah Ira Williams was convicted of raping 2 women in August 2016. Prosecutors said the first victim was attacked at her University City apartment, while the second was raped at a Grantville motel.
Warning issued to people who use SENTRI lanes at San Ysidro Port of Entry
"There's no particular area where most of the incidents are happening, it's all over the city," said Sánchez González. "People should check under their cars to see if something has been attached or hidden underneath."
Encinitas advances two proposed La Costa Avenue developments
ENCINITAS — The Encinitas Planning Commission approved two major development projects last Thursday, greenlighting plans for a 42-home residential community and a boutique hotel proposed along the La Costa Avenue corridor. Developer Toll West Coast, also known as Toll Brothers, one of the largest homebuilding companies in the U.S.,...
Recognizing new president of Yuma Regional Medical Group
Yuma Regional Medical Center selected a local doctor as the new president of its medical group. We spoke with Doctor Kristina Diaz and learned why her experience makes her a great fit for the role. The post Recognizing new president of Yuma Regional Medical Group appeared first on KYMA.
Arizona migrant busing continues as feds send nearly $50 million more in aid
(The Center Square) – Over $47 million in federal taxpayer dollars is going toward service programs in Arizona as the state continues to facilitate migrant requests for transportation to other parts of the country, albeit fewer than before. The funds are part of $380 million in supplemental funds for the Federal Emergency Management Agency and United States Customs and Border Protection for the Shelter and Services program, which a news release states is used for "food, shelter, clothing, acute medical care, and transportation to noncitizens"...
‘DWTS’ Pro & Husband of Nikki Bella Artem Chigvintsev Arrested for Domestic Violence
Artem Chigvintsev, a pro on Dancing With The Stars, was arrested for domestic violence in Napa, California. Chigvintsev is married to Nikki Garcia, better known to WWE fans as Nikki Bella. It is not known if Garcia was involved in the incident, however, she was in Napa as well per her Instagram story.
Two arrested for drive-by shooting near Chevron
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Two men were arrested for attempted murder after shots were streets away from a gas station, according to Yuma Police Department (YPD). YPD says officers responded to reports of shots fired in the area of S. Mary Avenue on August 28 at about 4:15 p.m.
City of Yuma ready to “rock out” at ‘Yuma Rocks’
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Who's ready for some rock n' roll? The city of Yuma is bringing back its Yuma Rocks events for the whole community to enjoy. Five local bands will take the stage at the Historic Yuma Theater on Friday, September 6th as 7 p.m. Those five bands, DESORDEN, Val Chillmore, The The post City of Yuma ready to “rock out” at ‘Yuma Rocks’ appeared first on KYMA.
Somerton man suspected of aggravated assault sentenced
The Somerton man who shot his neighbor, just two days into the New Year leaving him paralyzed from the waist down, has officially been sentenced after requesting for it to be reduced earlier this month. The post Somerton man suspected of aggravated assault sentenced appeared first on KYMA.
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