February 2026

Yuma County soccer teams begin playoff push across multiple divisions

February 9, 2026 11:04 PM Samuel Kirk

The postseason is officially underway for Yuma County soccer, with several local teams set to open playoff action this week across multiple divisions.

Helping Hands of Yuma needs volunteers to help seniors

February 9, 2026 6:16 PM Adrik Vargas

The nonprofit provides free transportation to medical, legal and financial appointments for local seniors. Volunteers say the service is about more than rides, it’s also about building relationships and helping seniors stay independent.

81st Annual Silver Spur Rodeo returns to Yuma

February 9, 2026 5:20 PM Danyelle Burke North

The three-day family-friendly event starts this Friday, February 13 through Sunday, February 15 at the Yuma County Fairgrounds. This year marks the 81st year of the Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo.

Local student wins 80th Annual Yuma County Spelling Bee

February 9, 2026 3:13 PM Marcos Icahuate, Manoah Tuiasosopo

Yuma County Schools Superintendent Tom Hurt joined in congratulating Smriti as the winner of the 80th Annual County Spelling Bee.

YUHSD to host Parent Academy session this spring

February 9, 2026 2:27 PM Dillon Fuhrman

According to a press release, the academy, starting Tuesday, February 24, 2026, is to help families “feel confident and informed as their child navigates high school.”

Prescribed burn planned for February at Imperial National Wildlife Refuge

February 9, 2026 2:23 PM Marcos Icahuate, Madeline Murray

A prescribed fire will be conducted in February, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The fire is planned for February 12, 2026 at the Imperial National Wildlife Refuge.

City of Yuma offices to close for President’s Day

February 9, 2026 2:06 PM Dillon Fuhrman

According to a press release, trash collected on Monday will take place Tuesday, and trash collected on Tuesday will take place Wednesday.

Two injured in hit and run on E. County 18 1/2 Street

February 9, 2026 1:50 PM Dillon Fuhrman, Eduardo Morales, Madeline Murray

According to a press release, the crash happened in the area of E. County 18 1/2 Street and S. Avenue 3E before 6:30 a.m. Monday.

Crane Elementary School District to host registration series

February 9, 2026 12:47 PM Dillon Fuhrman

Crane Elementary School District is hosting a registration series at nine of their schools to prepare for the 2026-27 school year.

King Charles heckled over Andrew’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein

February 9, 2026 12:02 PM CBS News, Dillon Fuhrman

Adrian May recorded the footage in Clitheroe. He is heard yelling, “Charles! How long have you known about Andrew and Epstein? Have you been protecting Andrew from prosecution?”

Yuma High School CTE students hold presentations at city council meetings

February 9, 2026 11:44 AM Marcos Icahuate, Madeline Murray

Yuma Union High School District Career and Technical Education (CTE) students held presentations at city council meetings with the City of San Luis, City of Yuma and City of Somerton for CTE month.

Eddie Bauer files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

February 9, 2026 11:39 AM CBS News, Dillon Fuhrman

The Bellevue, Washington-based company, which operates roughly 180 stores across the U.S. and Canada, said its retail locations will continue serving customers as the company starts winding down some stores.

Opening statements underway in New Mexico’s case against Meta

February 9, 2026 11:14 AM NBC News, Dillon Fuhrman

Opening statements underway in the state of New Mexico’s case against Meta Monday. The state is accusing the social media giant of failing to protect children from sexual exploitation.

Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s co-conspirator, pleads the fifth

February 9, 2026 11:09 AM NBC News, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight, Skylar Heisey

The House Oversight Committee subpoenaed Maxwell to testify about her and Epstein’s crimes and their possible collaborators in an alleged sex trafficking ring.

Bay Area Host Committee holds Super Bowl Handoff Ceremony

February 9, 2026 9:25 AM Dillon Fuhrman, NBC News

According to a press conference, the ceremony was to provide a wrap-up from the week’s activities leading up to Super Bowl LX followed by the handoff to the Los Angeles Super Bowl Host Committee ahead of Super Bowl LXI.

Los Angeles residents hold watch party for Bad Bunny’s halftime show

February 9, 2026 7:40 AM NBC News, Dillon Fuhrman, Joaquin Hight

A historic night at the Super Bowl. Global superstar Bad Bunny performed on the halftime stage. Across Southern California, watch parties focused on the “Benito Bowl” on “Bad Bunny Day” as declared by Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA).

Patriots fans in Boston react to Seahawks winning the Super Bowl

February 9, 2026 7:04 AM CBS News, Dillon Fuhrman

The Seattle Seahawks dominated Super Bowl LX and ended a dream season for the New England Patriots Sunday night.

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Squirrel interrupts soccer match in the U.K.

February 9, 2026 6:54 AM CBS News, Dillon Fuhrman

Footage from Bret Dixon shows spectators cheering as the squirrel raced up and down the pitch at the MKM Stadium in Hull, evading capture as ground staff and player scrambled after it.