Search for suspect in South Carolina after school bus stop shooting
A search effort is underway Thursday in Gaffney, South Carolina for a second suspect connected to Wednesday’s fatal school bus stop shooting.
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Texas surrogate baby dispute drawing national attention
A newborn is at the center of a potentially highly controversial, multi-state case, that is drawing national attention after the Texas Attorney General weighed in.
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New Jersey school limits screen time
As students across the country head back to school, one New Jersey school district is implementing a limit on screen time in class.
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Pennsylvania attorney general sues TikTok
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has announced a lawsuit against TikTok, accusing the social media giant of exposing children to adult-themed content, and using addictive features to keep kids engaged with the app.
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Aid comes from regional partners after earthquake in Colombia
Tons of aid from regional partners began to roll into Colombia, as the search for survivors in the rubble of a powerful earthquake grew more desperate Thursday.
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Two U.S. Army soldiers dead after helicopter crash at Fort Hood
Two U.S. Army soldiers based at Fort Hood were killed Wednesday when their helicopter crashed in Bell County, Texas.
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Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano spews lava fountains hundreds of feet into the air
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano, one of the most active on Earth, is at it again, sending lava fountains hundreds of feet into the air on Wednesday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
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Suspect dead after hour long standoff in Glendale, Arizona
A barricade situation in Glendale, Arizona ended with the suspect dead after an hour long standoff with police.
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CBS 13 Sports: Lakers sell for record number
The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to change ownership for the second time in under two years for an estimated $12.5 billion.
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John Giles
Giles is running for Lt. Governor of Arizona. He previously served as the Mayor of Mesa from 2014 to 2025. He was also Vice Mayor of Mesa from 1998 to 2000, and had served on the Mesa City Council from 1996 to 2000.
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Mosquito season brings West Nile virus concern in Yuma County
Peak mosquito season in Arizona happens during the hot, humid summer months, from July through September, and already we’re seeing some West Nile activity.
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IID reports power outages in Imperial County
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) says they are “experiencing scattered power outages in several areas” Wednesday.
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Los Angeles Lakers sold for $12.5 billion
The buyers are former Disney CEO Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, the brother of President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner.
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Local leader steps up to support Yuma nonprofits with new role at ACF
The Arizona Community Foundation (ACF) has named longtime Yuma resident Lisa Ball as the new Regional Director for its Yuma office.
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Imperial County pushes for $8.5 million to fix crumbling bridges under state of emergency
The structural crisis is heavily impacting the community, causing restricted farming routes, delayed school bus commutes, and dangerous traffic detours.
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Staying safe from Cyclosporaisis
As the Cyclospora outbreak continues, health officials are reminding people in Yuma County to take precautions when handling and eating fresh produce.
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Yuma woman facing eviction after SSDI were cut following overpayment
A Yuma native says she is being forced out of her home after her Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits were cut, leaving her unable to keep up with rent.
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Blanca Morales runs for Calexico City Council
Morales has a background in healthcare and business, and wants to see a revitalization of the downtown area.
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Two arrested, 12 firearms seized in Yuma
YPD said an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy were both arrested “on weapon related charges and multiple other felony offenses.”
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2026 Prep Football Team Previews: Calipatria Hornets
After an up-and-down 2025 season, the Calipatria Hornets are looking to turn the page under new leadership.
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