Yuma County Archives

Fundraiser created for 18-year-old killed in hit-and-run crash

May 6, 2021 10:41 AM Sumiko Keil, Arlette Yousif

Reward offered in search for hit-and-run…

Yuma Police Department using new laser ammo technology for training

May 6, 2021 4:18 PM Adonis Albright, Jenny Day

The Yuma Police Department (YPD) is using a new laser technology to help officers with firearms training. Thanks to a grant from the Caballeros de…

YPG shows gratitude for military spouses

May 6, 2021 2:38 PM Joe Teposte, Brandon Mejia

YPG Commander thanks military spouses for their continued…

Amberly’s Place sends 11 lucky winners to paradise

May 6, 2021 1:45 PM Sumiko Keil

Amberly’s Place is getting ready to send 11 people with amazing…

On the road again

May 6, 2021 12:45 PM Joe Teposte

Americans are encouraged to travel for National Tourism and Travel…

Police identify 18-year-old struck by a vehicle in Yuma

May 5, 2021 7:27 AM Sumiko Keil, Arlette Yousif, Dominique Newland

An 18-year-old is dead, and another is at the hospital with serious injuries after police said they were struck by a vehicle early Wednesday…

BBB to spark community involvement

May 5, 2021 8:17 PM Joe Teposte, Brandon Mejia

Better Business Bureau is asking for nominations for their Spark…

Jury deliberates fate of Yuma man accused of shooting at police

May 5, 2021 6:50 PM Lisa Sturgis, Jenny Day

The fate of a man accused of opening fire on three Yuma police officers now rests in the hands of a…

One step at a time

May 5, 2021 4:12 PM Joe Teposte, Jenny Day

Yuma may be on step closer to getting its own…

Local women learning skills to defend and protect themselves

May 5, 2021 4:40 PM Cody Lee

A new class is offering skills and tricks that could save your life if you need to quickly defend yourself. The well-known Larios Karate Club in Yuma…

A vaccine and a food sample at Somerton’s Vaccine Block Party

May 5, 2021 11:36 AM April Hettinger

If you still need a first or second dose of the coronavirus vaccine, this Friday will give Somerton residents that chance.…

USBP: Large groups continue to flow in Yuma County

May 5, 2021 8:54 AM Sumiko Keil

Yuma Sector Border Patrol agents found 65 people entering through areas where there is no…

Local high schoolers recognize teacher appreciation week

May 4, 2021 7:11 PM April Hettinger

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week nationally and Gov. Doug Ducey declared May 4th as Teacher Appreciation Day in Arizona which is why high school…

Mayor proclaims ‘Kim Johnson Day’ after 40 years of journalism in Yuma

May 4, 2021 10:52 PM Brandon Mejia

After more than 40 years of dedicated journalism in the city of Yuma, Kim Johnson has retired YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Kim Johnson entered the world of…

YCSO searches for suspects in golf course vandalism

May 4, 2021 7:18 PM Lisa Sturgis, Brandon Mejia

The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) is looking for the suspect, or suspects, who tore up one of the greens at Las Barrancas Golf…

62 new Yuma lifeguards

May 4, 2021 6:14 PM Arlette Yousif

A lifeguard shortage in the City of Yuma has caused reason for concern recently. However, RM Aqua Academy has been busy at work trying to get future…

Yuma Police Department issues Sex Offender notifications

May 4, 2021 6:14 PM Lisa Sturgis, Brandon Mejia

The Yuma Police Department (YPD) issued a pair of Sex Offender Notifications…

Grab your caps and gowns

May 4, 2021 6:14 PM Arlette Yousif

After much consideration, Yuma Union High School District says it will hold an in-person graduation ceremony for each of its schools. Students not…

Local nurses get recognition

May 4, 2021 12:16 PM Arlette Yousif, Mercedes Martinez

Local nurses have something new to look forward to. Yuma County Board of Supervisors honors local nurses for their hard work during the pandemic by…

Motorcycle crash sends one to the hospital

May 4, 2021 6:06 PM Joe Teposte, Jenny Day

Accident involving a motorcylce and a truck sends one man to the hospital…