December 2025

Locals staying positive for the New Year with rain

December 31, 2025 6:55 PM Paul Vozzella

As the clock ticks down to the start of 2026, residents of the Desert Southwest may be welcoming the New Year under cloudy skies and light rain.

State projections show steady job growth in Yuma County

December 31, 2025 6:05 PM Adrik Vargas

According to the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity, jobs in Yuma County are projected to grow by about 0.7% each year through 2034.

City of Imperial files a formal objection regarding the data center

December 31, 2025 5:18 PM Karina Bazarte

In a post shared on social media, city officials say they have submitted both a formal objection and a protective appeal, arguing the County is not following its own process.

Local bars in preparation for the New Year’s Eve celebrations

December 31, 2025 5:03 PM Joaquin Hight

With the holiday just hours away, locals are already planning where to be when they celebrate the evening with friends and families, but how are the local bars preparing?

FIRST ALERT ACTION DAY: Tracking showers to ring in the New Year

December 31, 2025 3:30 PM Melissa Zaremba

A Weather Authority First Alert Action Day is in effect because we have wet weather here through New Year’s day across the Desert Southwest.

YPD warns locals about lottery scam

December 31, 2025 3:01 PM Madeline Murray

In order to avoid being scammed, one local says you have to educate yourself on how to avoid scams and do the research.

Clouds, light rain move through Thursday

December 31, 2025 2:55 PM Samuel Kirk

Clouds are increasing across Arizona today as an unsettled weather pattern moves into the region, bringing periods of light rain through Thursday night.

Con presencia de Calexico y Mexicali el desfile de las Rosas

December 31, 2025 2:39 PM Carolina Garcia

El maestro Gerson Ramírez director de la banda de la Secundaria 50 de Mexicali y Carlos Navarrete, director de la banda de Calexico High School son dignos representantes de la frontera en el “Desfile de las Rosas” a través de la agrupación “SALUTING AMERICA’S BAND DIRECTORS” fueron seleccionados para participar.

Programe sus Citas Gratis en el Consulado de Mexico en Yuma

December 31, 2025 1:58 PM Carolina Garcia

Programe sus Citas Gratis en el Consulado de Mexico en Yuma

Women directed fewer top-grossing films in 2025, study says

December 31, 2025 1:25 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman

Only nine of the top 100 domestic hits were directed by women. That’s a decrease from 13% in 2024 to just 8% this year.

President Trump issues first vetoes of his second term

December 31, 2025 1:11 PM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman

President Donald Trump has issued the first vetoes of his second term as he blocked two bipartisan infrastructure-related bills passed by Congress.

Vitalant provides results of the Yuma Holiday Heroes Blood Drive

December 31, 2025 1:01 PM Dillon Fuhrman, Jailene Aguilera

The three day blood drive, which took place Saturday, December 27 through Monday, December 29, collected 98 units of blood from 105 donors, which can save up of 294 lives.

BBQ & Brew returns to Downtown Yuma in February

December 31, 2025 12:39 PM Dillon Fuhrman

The annual event is taking place along Main Street Saturday, February 28, 2026, from noon to 9:00 p.m.

Imperial Valley farmer pleads not guilty in connection to Pinetop murder

December 31, 2025 11:54 AM Dillon Fuhrman, Andrea Turisk

The Navajo County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) shared a picture of 63-year-old Michael Abatti as he was being extradited to Holbrook, Arizona.

Larry Fitzgerald is a couple steps away from Canton

December 31, 2025 11:12 AM Morgan Feller

Arizona Cardinals legendary receiver Larry Fitzgerald was selected as one of 15 finalists for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Former Arizona Sen. Jon Kyl diagnosed with dementia

December 31, 2025 11:06 AM CNN Newsource, Dillon Fuhrman

Former Sen. Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) says he plans to step back from public life after being diagnosed with dementia. His office made the announcement Tuesday.

Better Business Bureau: Should you buy the extended warranty?

December 31, 2025 9:32 AM Jalen Fong, Dillon Fuhrman

When purchasing electronics, home appliances, and other devices, many retailers now offer an extended warranty, sometimes called a protection plan or service contract. But, is the peace of mind worth the extra price?

AI expert on how the technology can help with New Year’s resolutions

December 31, 2025 9:23 AM NBC News, Dillon Fuhrman

As 2025 wraps up, and as 2026 is fast approaching, a lot of people are thinking about New Year’s resolutions, but sometimes, most resolutions fizzle out by February. This year though, artificial intelligence (AI) could be the game-changer.