Yuma County Archives

Virtual regional competition showcases youth scholars’ excellence

February 26, 2021 10:58 AM Caleb J. Fernández

Following last year’s victories, three Yuma Union High School District Academic Decathlon teams qualified once again for the state-level event after…

COVID-19 saliva testing at AWC on Saturday

February 26, 2021 10:27 AM Sumiko Keil

Pre-registration is required for this free…

Yuma Salvation Army offering free face masks

February 25, 2021 5:47 PM Crystal Jimenez

The Salvation Army in Yuma said it helped hundreds of people during the pandemic with it’s social services. Now it’s offering free face masks to…

SPECIAL REPORT: Fighting Fentanyl

February 25, 2021 1:11 PM Arlette Yousif

Reports of fentanyl overdoses are not uncommon in Yuma County. The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) reports 28 Yumans died in 2020 from a…

One dead after crash on US 95 – highway remains closed

February 25, 2021 4:51 PM Lisa Sturgis, Christian Galeno

One person is dead after a six-car pileup on U.S. Highway 95 near 12E. …

Arizona Western College opposes new college bill

February 25, 2021 5:33 PM Adonis Albright

Arizona’s House of Representatives passed legislation on Monday that would allow community colleges across the state to provide four-year degrees.…

Lane restrictions scheduled on U.S. 95 near Quartzsite

February 24, 2021 10:49 AM Sumiko Keil, Christian Galeno

Lane restrictions scheduled from March…

Driver hospitalized after crashing into light post

February 24, 2021 9:32 PM Brandon Mejia, Christian Galeno

The driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries according to Yuma police YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A man was hospitalized with non-life threatening…

New task force created to combat domestic violence in South County

February 24, 2021 6:05 PM Joe Teposte, Brandon Mejia

A new task force has been assembled to help combat domestic…

Yuma Sector Border Patrol continues to deal with migrant influx

February 24, 2021 5:30 PM Adonis Albright

Yuma Sector Border Patrol tell News 11 that the number of apprehensions they’re experiencing are roughly double what they were the last fiscal year.…

Water shutoffs for non-payment resume April 15

February 24, 2021 1:22 PM Sumiko Keil, Mercedes Martinez

City of Yuma said customers should pay balances by April 15 to avoid…

YCSO: New address for level 3 sex offender

February 24, 2021 10:24 AM Sumiko Keil

YCSO said Jason Pennington has a new address in Yuma. He is not wanted at this…

Yuma County Library District celebrates 100 years!

February 24, 2021 7:40 AM Dominique Newland

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Yuma County Library District is celebrating 100 years of library service throughout 2021. In honor of the library’s…

Yuma Scouts celebrate milestone

February 24, 2021 12:47 AM Joe Teposte, Brandon Mejia

Yuma’s Boy Scout Troop turns 25-years old.…

Yuma County Fair postponed

February 23, 2021 9:33 PM Crystal Jimenez, Brandon Mejia

The Yuma County Fair has announced Tuesday it is postponing it’s events until Fall 2021, due to coronavirus…

San Luis Police Department wins prestigious FBI award

February 23, 2021 6:57 PM Adonis Albright

The San Luis Police Department (SLPD) was recently awarded a prestigious award by the FBI on February 2. The agency is one of only seven in the…

Electric scooters arrive in Yuma

February 23, 2021 3:06 PM Crystal Jimenez

Bird electric scooters have made their way to Yuma, providing a new means of transportation for…

COVID saliva testing available at AWC this weekend

February 23, 2021 12:03 PM Arlette Yousif

Yuma County and ASU partner up once again for a COVID testing this…

Armed Forces partner up for simulation training at MCAS Yuma

February 22, 2021 10:23 PM Arlette Yousif

The 11th MEU is preparing for sea deployment with Realistic Urban Training known as RUT. The simulation allows Marines and Sailors to work together…

Albertsons to offer coronavirus vaccines

February 22, 2021 8:16 PM Lisa Sturgis

Albertsons has announced it will offer coronavirus vaccines to the public beginning Tuesday…