Yuma News

Reports of poisonings

Details: Written by Fire House Facts Fire House Facts; Published: 06 September 2018 06 September 2018

Yuma, Arizona - Last week YFD responded to a several reports of poisonings involving very small children or infants that ingested harmful substances – including gasoline and laundry detergent. YFD also responded to a child that ingested the cap to a pen. According to National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, approximately 45 percent of unintentional injury deaths occurred in and around the home. Unintentional home injury deaths of children are caused primarily by fire and burns, suffocation, drowning, firearms, falls, choking and poisoning.

AFP-Arizona Announces Support for Governor Doug Ducey’s Re-Election

Details: Written by Nicole Tardif Nicole Tardif; Published: 06 September 2018 06 September 2018

Phoenix, Arizona - Today, Americans for Prosperity-Arizona announces its support for Governor Doug Ducey’s re-election bid. During his tenure in Phoenix, Governor Ducey has worked hard to improve Arizonans’ lives. Through his strong support of criminal justice reforms and removal of barriers to opportunity that have caused the Grand Canyon State’s economy to flourish, AFP-AZ has identified Governor Ducey as a policy champion.

9/11 Recognitions

Details: Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now; Published: 06 September 2018 06 September 2018

Yuma, Arizona - Since the first anniversary of the terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001, a special tribute has been made to the Firefighters who died that day. At Yuma Fire Department Station #3 508 E 25TH St, 343 flags are placed on the lawn along Avenue A. One flag for each of the 343 Firefighters that gave their lives in the collapse of the towers of the World Trade Center while attempting to rescue those injured and trapped in the initial attacks.

Secretary of State Pompeo's Meetings in Pakistan

Details: Written by YNN YNN; Published: 06 September 2018 06 September 2018

Washington, DC - Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met yesterday in Islamabad, Pakistan with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, and other civilian and military leadership. He was accompanied by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, Jr. Congratulating the Prime Minister on the formation of his government, the Secretary welcomed the further strengthening of civilian institutions. Secretary Pompeo also highlighted the importance of the U.S.-Pakistan relationship, and underscored areas of shared interest, such as the expansion of two-way trade and commercial ties.

Should I claim Social Security at age 65?

Details: Written by Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor; Published: 06 September 2018 06 September 2018

Washington, DC - Should I take Social Security at 65? My date of birth is August 1953 and I just signed up for both Social Security and Medicare. My plan was to start Medicare and Social Security at age 65, but now I’m unsure if I’m doing the right thing. My earnings so far this year are about $21,000 and I plan to continue working full time (I expect to make about $37,000 this year). Since I’ve already made more this year than allowed, I’m told that I won’t see any Social Security payments this year; that they will hold all payments until January 2019.

The FBI Launches a Combating Foreign Influence Webpage

Details: Written by YNN YNN; Published: 06 September 2018 06 September 2018

Washington, DC - The FBI is launched a webpage on combating foreign influence. This information is provided to educate the public about the threats faced from disinformation campaigns, cyber attacks, and the overall impact of foreign influence on society. The FBI is the lead federal agency responsible for investigating foreign influence operations.

Distributor of Child Pornography Sentenced to 17 Years’ Imprisonment

Details: Written by FBI FBI; Published: 06 September 2018 06 September 2018

Phoenix, Arizona - Joseph Alexander Dashee, 26, of Tempe, Arizona, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge David G. Campbell to 17 years’ imprisonment to be followed by lifetime supervised release for distribution of child pornography and abusive sexual contact. Dashee previously pleaded guilty to distribution of child pornography and abusive sexual contact. Dashee will also be required to register as a sex offender.