Latest on the mortar devices found in a shed in El Centro
The El Centro Police Department (ECPD) says the shed is at a home in the area of Scott Avenue and Eighth Street, across from Kennedy Middle…
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Arson suspect in Calexico appears in court
38-year-old Jesse Romero was formally charged last Friday. Romero is facing multiple felony charges, including attempted arson, felony assault and…
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Imperial County launches firearm relinquishment program
The program is in collaboration with the Imperial County Sheriff’s Office (ICSO) and the Imperial County Superior Court of California, and is said to…
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Bomb squads in the Imperial Valley safely removes mortar devices
At around 4:00 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to reports of possible explosive devices found in a shed at a home in the area of Scott Avenue and…
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Imperial Valley honors fallen officers with memorial ceremony
The annual Imperial Valley Law Enforcement Memorial drew families, officers, and community members to the steps of the county…
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Valley teens compete in culinary showdown
High school students from Calexico, Brawley, and Calipatria competed in a full day of challenges designed to showcase their creativity and culinary…
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Preventing child heatstroke deaths in Imperial County
First responders and health officials say under no circumstance should a child or a pet remain inside a vehicle…
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Transborder Rhythms Festival brings culture and community to SDSU Imperial Valley
The event featured local performers, including student musicians and dancers, and was organized by SDSU Visiting Professor Hector Peralta.…
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Imperial County joins statewide child care provider protests
Imperial County made their voices heard as California child care providers are protesting to demand fair wages and better…
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Calexico man arrested for attempted murder
The Calexico Police Department (CPD) says the incident started with an argument then turning physical while children were present during the…
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Caltrans honors fallen highway workers, urges drivers to be more alert
Caltrans and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) paused to remember nearly 200 men and women who lost their lives working along California…
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New funds for homeless in Imperial County, old gaps remain
The Catholic Charities Day Center in El Centro is receiving just over $1 million in new funding aimed at expanding homeless services across Imperial…
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Suspects from Washington D.C. and Los Angeles arrested in drug bust
The Calexico Police Department (CPD) says they arrested two men in their mid-20s for having over 11 pounds of methamphetamine and…
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CONTEST: Guess When We Hit 111 Degrees 2025
Good news! Our KYMA News 11 Weather Authority 111 Temperature Contest is BACK! Our Chief Weather Forecaster Melissa Zaremba needs your guesses on…
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IID hosting open house on how to save money on electricity bills
The Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is sharing more on the informational open house with plans for better service in the…
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City of El Centro previews Buena Vista Park ribbon-cutting ceremony
The ceremony is taking place, Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at 1010 Fieldview…
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Latest on the arson suspect arrest in Calexico
The suspect, identified as 38-year-old Jesse Romero, entered the store Saturday and attempted to set store merchandise on…
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Arson suspect arrested for violent disturbance at a Walmart in Calexico
According to CPD, the incident happened before 5:00 p.m. Saturday, with the suspect, a 38-year-old man, entering the store and “attempted to ignite…
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Floating Easter Egg Hunt in El Centro postponed for next weekend
The City of El Centro says the Floating Easter Egg Hunt has been rescheduled for next Saturday at 1:00 p.m. The City says this was due to the high…
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New autism-friendly gym coming to El Centro
Instead of regular gym workouts, this space offers fun, guided activities that help with things like coordination, confidence, and letting go of…
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