March 2023

Travel advisories for spring break travel

March 3, 2023 7:47 PM Chennell Ramos

The Federal Bureau of Investigation wants to remind students about being aware of their surroundings if they’re traveling outside of the country.

Safer school buses on the way to Yuma County

March 3, 2023 7:34 PM Vanessa Gongora

School buses throughout Yuma County will now be safer, thanks to a grant of $785,000 from the Arizona Transportation Modernization Grant Program.

Alex Murdaugh found guilty of murders of wife and son

March 3, 2023 5:40 PM CBS News, Adelmi Ruiz

A jury in South Carolina reached a verdict of guilty on all counts after less than three hours of deliberations in the case of disgraced former attorney Alex Murdaugh, who was accused of killing his wife and son in 2021.

Tornadoes strike Texas and Louisiana as storms pummel the South

March 3, 2023 5:38 PM CNN, Adelmi Ruiz

A wide range of extreme weather is stretching across the US as storms threaten heavy snow in the Southwest and a severe weather system is bringing the triple threat of tornadoes, damaging winds and rain to the South.

Sexual abuse case reaches final verdict for YPG guard

March 3, 2023 4:14 PM Jalen Fong

A free man, that will soon be the fate of the former Yuma Proving Ground guard accused of sexually abusing three girls.

Few clouds and mild temperatures for the weekend

March 3, 2023 1:21 PM Melissa Zaremba

As we get ready to head into the weekend, we are in for mild temperatures and breezy conditions.

Empieza la diversión de la feria de Imperial

March 3, 2023 12:27 PM Nassieli Pizano

Con una exposición de animales de la clase de agricultura de estudiantes de las escuelas preparatorias en el Valle Imperial iniciaron las actividades de la feria de invierno de Imperial que permanecerá a partir de este viernes al 12 de Marzo.

Opening day for California Mid-Winter Fair

March 3, 2023 12:18 PM Karina Bazarte

It’s opening day for the California Mid-Winter Fair.

30th annual Midnight at the Oasis is underway

March 3, 2023 11:58 AM Samantha Byrd

The Caballeros de Yuma’s Midnight at the Oasis car show is underway at Desert Sun Stadium.

Truck struck by train Friday morning

March 3, 2023 11:20 AM Faith Rodriquez, Adelmi Ruiz

A white Ford Ranger failed to yield for a Rail Road crossing arm on 24th Street and Industrial Avenue and was struck by a train Friday morning.

Hobbs vows not to carry out execution scheduled by court

March 3, 2023 10:54 AM The Associated Press

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has vowed that her administration doesn’t plan to carry out an execution even though the state Supreme Court scheduled it over the objections of the state’s new attorney general.

In dry West, farmers balk at idling land to save water

March 3, 2023 10:30 AM The Associated Press

Tom Brundy, an alfalfa grower in California’s Imperial Valley, thinks farmers reliant on the shrinking Colorado River can do more to save water and use it more efficiently. That’s why he’s installed water sensors and monitors to prevent waste on nearly two-thirds of his 3,000 acres.

Messy storms roll eastward after slamming Texas, Louisiana

March 3, 2023 10:18 AM The Associated Press

A storm system marched eastward Friday, threatening heavy snow in the Midwest and Northeast after spawning likely tornadoes in Texas and Louisiana that damaged homes, businesses, a university campus and left thousands without power.

Foster Friday: Meet Todd

March 3, 2023 10:01 AM Melissa Zaremba

It’s Foster Friday!🐶Meet Todd is an adorable pup who is who is looking for a forever home🏠 Click below to learn more about Todd.⤵

Alex Murdaugh gets life in prison in murder of wife, son

March 3, 2023 9:59 AM The Associated Press

In the culmination of the once-prominent lawyer’s fall from grace, Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life in prison without parole Friday after being convicted of murdering his wife and son.

Six Shamrocks receive All-Conference honors, Sellers brings home 3A Offensive Player of the Year

March 3, 2023 9:30 AM Cole Johnson

After deep runs in the 3A postseason, both Yuma Catholic boys and girls teams are flashing some individual honors after the All-State meeting Thursday.

USDA officials meet with IID leaders

March 2, 2023 11:13 PM Jalen Fong

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) – The USDA undersecretary Robert Bonnie privately met with IID leaders in El Centro. During the meeting, Bonnie and the IID discussed the western water policy and irrigation assistance to Southeastern California farmers and ranchers. The meeting also touched on a few underserved customers and why they are in need of assistance.

NBC 11 Sports: Savannah Gomez signs Letter of Intent, both Yuma Catholic state champion wrestlers reflect on their titles

March 2, 2023 11:09 PM Cole Johnson

Another memorable day at Brawley, honoring a state champion wrestler. This time – Savannah Gomez – signing her commitment to McKendree University.

FDA authorizes at-home Covid-19/Flu test

March 2, 2023 10:48 PM Jalen Fong, CNN Newsource

(CNN/KYMA, KECY) – If you test negative for Covid-19 but are still feeling sick, how do you know if you have the flu? It may extremely difficult, but luckily, that’s about to change. The Food and Drug Administration has approved an at-home test that can check for both Covid-19 and Influenza. It’s made by California

Yuma Parks and Recreation hosts Fun Run

March 2, 2023 10:23 PM Jalen Fong

YUMA, Az. (KYMA, KECY) – Yuma residents also gathered last Saturday morning at West Wetlands park to participate in the City of Yuma Parks and Recreation Services’ Fantastic Finale Fun Run. Before the race, participants took selfies near a banner, collected their numbers, and had water and dessert. The race also concludes the 2022-23 Fun Run

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Month: March 2023