Family and friends honor Vietnam Veteran
The ceremony took place at Armed Forces Park, near Downtown Yuma, at 9 a.m. Saturday, and it was to honor Lance Cpl. Kent…
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Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez receives Veteran of the Year Award
Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez was recognized for his service both in uniform and in the community as he was honored as Veteran of the Year by the…
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Onvida Health receives major grant for Veteran Services
The funding will allow the organization to strengthen and better target its behavioral health programs for Veterans, specifically Native…
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MCAS Yuma to conduct Semper Durus exercise next week
According to a press release, Semper Durus is taking place at the base from Monday, April 20 through Friday, April 24, and it is to test the base’s…
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From Yuma to space, Artemis ll testing in Yuma
Between 2011 and 2018, the parachutes in the Orion Space Capsule that will bring the astronauts back safely underwent developmental testing at…
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Behind the scenes of a WTI mission
Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma gave local community leaders the chance of a life time, to experience what it’s like to be on a WTI…
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Second crew member of American fighter jet rescued
A senior Trump Administration official tells NBC News the rescue was a joint operation between the U.S. military and the CIA, and involved the…
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Rep. Raul Ruiz to host Veterans University this weekend
According to a press release, the event is taking place at Imperial Valley College, located at 380 E. Aten Road, in Imperial at 6 p.m.…
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Iranian foreign minister on ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about the ongoing war between the U.S. and…
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President Trump insists Iran has been defeated militarily
President Donald Trump insists Iran has been essentially defeated militarily and wants to negotiate a deal, but that they’re not yet ready to do what…
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Road closures due to 60th Annual Yuma Airshow
The airshow generally attracts between 15,000 and 35,000 spectators annually. Expect heavy traffic, plan extra travel time and follow posted…
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Marine F-35 pilot presents to Kofa JROTC ahead of Yuma Airshow
Students in the Kofa High School JROTC program got a sense for what it takes to fly one of the fastest and most advanced aircrafts in the U.S.…
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Behind the scenes ride along of the MCAS Yuma Airshow
Danyelle Burke North became a pilot for the day and flew on one of the helicopters. She joined performers and gives us a bird’s-eye view from one of…
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Silent Drill Platoon performs at MCAS Yuma ahead of Yuma Airshow
A group of 24 Marines are participating in this weekend’s silent drill performance at the airshow. The platoon is made up of Marines from across the…
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U.S. Navy Blue Angels talk about coming to Yuma
Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma announced Tuesday the U.S. Navy Blue Angels are coming to Yuma after nearly 40…
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U.S. Navy Blue Angels return to Yuma after nearly 40 years
For the first time in nearly 40 years, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels will take flight in the 60th Annual Yuma Airshow this…
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MCAS Yuma issues public notice for increased noise levels ahead of Yuma Airshow
The notice, according to MCAS Yuma, says residents near the base may experience increased aircraft noises from Thursday, March 12 to Friday, March…
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President Trump holds press conference to discuss war in Iran
Speaking at a press conference at Trump National Doral Miami Monday, President Trump said the U.S.’ military objectives are “pretty well complete,”…
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Israeli ambassador to U.S. on ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict
Dr. Michael Leiter, Israel’s ambassador to the U.S., spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about the ongoing conflict between the…
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Energy secretary on U.S.-Iran conflict, American oil reserve and more
Energy Secretary Chris Wright spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran, American…
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