Yuma City Council votes to censure Council member Art Morales
The Yuma City Council has formally censured Council member Art Morales following allegations that he shared information discussed during an executive session.
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Imperial County releases primary election results
Imperial County Chief Public Defender Ben Salorio will be stepping down from the public defender’s office and into the judge’s chambers after winning the race for Imperial County Judge.
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Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls campaign for reelection
Mayor Nicholls said serving as mayor has been one of the greatest honors of his life and thanked Yuma voters for their continued support.
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No relief at the pump: California gas tax to hit nation-high 63 cents on July 1
Starting July 1, the state’s motor vehicle fuel tax will automatically climb to over 63 cents per gallon, cementing it as the highest rate in the country.
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Yuma County approves new $535M budget
County officials described the budget as one focused on long-term stability while continuing to provide services without expanding the workforce.
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Imperial County backs state bill to strip tax exemptions from private detention centers
The 5-0 vote formally aligns local leadership with Senate Bill (SB) 420, an initiative designed to strip charitable property tax welfare exemptions from nonprofits that own or operate these facilities.
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Locals in Yuma react to SCOTUS immigration ruling
Locals across Yuma County are sharing their reaction to a U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) immigration ruling Thursday.
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District 23 candidate Emilia Cortez focuses on cost of living and healthcare
Democratic candidate Emilia Cortez says her background in business, community service on local boards, and her work as an economic development specialist for the Quechan Tribe have prepared her for the role.
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Ernesto Bermudez runs for San Luis City Council
Bermudez is a lifelong resident of San Luis, and his platform is focused on community improvement, public safety and economic development.
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Arizona Attorney General candidate Warren Petersen campaigns in Yuma
Petersen says he wants to lead the Arizona Attorney General’s Office with a focus on safety, accountability and keep the state moving forward.
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Sen. Ruben Gallego urges for home mail delivery in San Luis, Arizona
The city’s only post office, according to a press release obtained by KYMA, “has been overwhelmed by decades of explosive population growth and worsened by congestion at the nearby border crossing.”
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Juan Manuel Guerrero outlines priorities in LD23 House race
Guerrero says education funding, housing and affordability are among his top priorities.
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Malba Alvarez runs for Yuma County Superior Court Clerk
If elected, Alvarez says her focus will be on improving customer service and finding new opportunities within the Clerk’s Office.
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Imperial County Board of Supervisors vote on opposing Air District overhaul bill
The Imperial County Board of Supervisors gathered Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. for their regular meeting to formalize their unified opposition against a contentious state bill targeting the region’s air quality governance.
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Brawley drops moratorium, passes strict new infrastructure regulations
This comes after weeks of intense local debate regarding how the city should handle the rapid expansion of technology infrastructure across the Imperial Valley.
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Carlos Adams runs for mayor
With the election approaching, write-in candidate Carlos Adams is working to raise awareness about his campaign for mayor of Yuma and reminding voters that his name will not appear on the ballot.
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Voter ID proposal goes to the voters in Arizona
Arizona lawmakers have sent a new measure to the November ballot that would require all voters, including those who vote by mail, to provide a government-issued ID.
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Sen. Steve Padilla hosts El Centro town hall
California State Sen. Steve Padilla, a Democrat who represents California’s 18th District, hosted a town hall forum for the residents of Imperial County to discuss community concerns and lingering questions.
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Bobbie Jo Daily seeks Yuma County Superior Court Clerk position
Daily is a lifelong resident and the current Chief Deputy Clerk of Yuma County. She says she wants to give Yuma a voice at the table.
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El Centro City Council votes to put sales tax measure on November ballot
If approved by voters, the proposed tax is projected to generate $8.4 million annually for the city’s general fund.
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