Yuma News

U.S. Joint Strategic Plan on Intellectual Property Enforcement Announced

Details: Written by State Department State Department; Published: 13 December 2016 13 December 2016

Washington, DC - Today, the Office of the U.S. Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator (IPEC) released the 2017-2019 U.S. Joint Strategic Plan on Intellectual Property Enforcement. This document charts the course for work to be carried over the next three years by the federal government with opportunities for state and local governments, foreign governments, and the private sector in support of a strong policy environment for intellectual property enforcement.

AWC Parker Learning Center Ribbon Cutting

Details: Written by YNN YNN; Published: 13 December 2016 13 December 2016

Parker, Arizona - Today, the Arizona Western College Parker Community Center was officially opened. Dignitaries and AWC officials gathered to cut the ceremonial ribbon on the newest facility in the La Paz area. It was time to celebrate a history of community partnerships and a future of collaborations.

City asks motorists to be aware of street closures, detours

Details: Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now; Published: 13 December 2016 13 December 2016

Yuma, Arizona - The City of Yuma reminds motorists to plan their travel ahead, including alternate routes in some areas of town as construction work evolves on several major projects.

Marketers of Blood-Pressure App Settle FTC Charges Regarding Accuracy of App Readings

Details: Written by YNN YNN; Published: 13 December 2016 13 December 2016

Washington, DC - The marketers of a mobile app designed to measure blood pressure have agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that they deceived consumers with claims that their Instant Blood Pressure (IBP) app was as accurate as a traditional blood pressure cuff. In addition, the Commission alleged that the owner provided a positive review of the app, rating it “five stars” in the app stores, without disclosing his connection to the company.

Assistant Secretary Malinowski Travels to Ethiopia

Details: Written by State Department State Department; Published: 13 December 2016 13 December 2016

Washington, DC - Assistant Secretary for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Affairs Tom Malinowski will travel to Ethiopia from December 14-17.

Walmart Parking Lot Attempted Murder of Young Woman

Details: Written by YPD YPD; Published: 12 December 2016 12 December 2016

Yuma, Arizona - Today, at approximately 12:06 p.m., a 25 year old white female was shot in the parking lot of Walmart, 2900 S. Pacific Avenue.

Living With Cancer: Focus on what's important this holiday season

Details: Written by Sheryl M. Ness, R.N. Sheryl M. Ness, R.N.; Published: 12 December 2016 12 December 2016

Rochester, Minnesota - The holidays are upon us ... along with all of the sentiments that get tied up with the season.