American Legion Post 56 to hold Memorial Day Celebration
The celebration is happening at Post 56, located at 1490 W. 3rd Street, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates on conflicts in the Middle East and Russia-Ukraine
Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday regarding the conflict in the Middle East, as well as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Russia-Ukraine, Tren de Aragua, South Africa refugees and Middle East
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about ongoing talks between Russia and Ukraine, efforts to crack down on Tren de Aragua, bringing refugees from South Africa to the U.S. and the Middle East.
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President Trump to meet with Presidents Putin and Zelenskyy next week
U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will speak separately with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Monday about reaching a ceasefire.
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Edan Alexander, American held hostage by Hamas, released
The last living American hostage held by Hamas has been released. Israeli-American Edan Alexander has been held in Gaza since the October 7 attack.
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Second U.S. Navy jet lost at sea, two people rescued
Two people, including the pilot, had to eject. They were both rescued with minor injuries. However, the jet has not yet been recovered.
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Ukraine ambassador on the U.S. continued partnership with them, mineral deal and potential peace deal
Oksana Markarova, Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States, spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday giving an update on the latest attack in Ukraine, the relationship between the U.S. and Ukraine, the minerals deal and a potential peace deal.
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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 courthouse.
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An inside look at the United States Marine Corps Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course
It’s designed to bring out the finest in Marine aviation and exclusively takes place in Yuma.
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Face the Nation moderator Margaret Brennan speaks with Russian foreign minister for an exclusive interview
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday to discuss returning Ukrainian children, negotiations with Ukraine, the future of Crimea and more.
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Pennsylvania representative on Russia-Ukraine deal talks
Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) spoke with Weijia Jiang on Face the Nation Sunday to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine.
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Arizona lawmakers pass Stolen Valor Act
Senate Bill (SB) 1424, also known as the Stolen Valor Act, makes it a crime to knowingly lie about serving in the military or receiving honors in order to obtain jobs, benefits, or other Veteran specific privileges.
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Remains of a U.S. Navy sailor killed in Pearl Harbor attack identified
U.S. Navy Mess Attendant 3rd Class Neil D. Frye, of Vass, North Carolina, was killed when his ship, the USS West Virginia, was hit during the surprise attack.
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City of Yuma named a 2025 Great American Defense Community
In a press release, Yuma is one of three communities “nationwide selected for this year’s honor, which recognizes exceptional support for military installations, and the people who serve.”
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City of El Centro and VFW Post 9305 honor Vietnam Veterans
The event took place at Bucklin Park at 10:00 a.m., bringing together Veterans, community members, and local officials to recognize the service and sacrifice of those who fought in Vietnam.
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VA report highlights growing concern over TBIs in Veterans
According to the report, more than 185,000 veterans have been diagnosed with a TBI, though experts believe the actual number is much higher due to misdiagnosis and underreporting.
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City of El Centro and VFW Post 9305 to honor Vietnam Veterans this weekend
In a press release, written in English and Spanish, the ceremony is taking place Saturday at at Bucklin Park, located at 1350 S. Eighth Street at 10:00 a.m.
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Special envoy to the Middle East on negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, as well as with Gaza
Steve Witkoff, White House Special Envoy to the Middle East, spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, as well as talking about peace negotiations with Gaza.
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Arizona Senator Mark Kelly visits Ukraine
In a press release, Kelly “was briefed by U.S. embassy officials and Ukrainian military leaders, visited defense industry sites, heard from wounded service members, and met with the International Red Cross Committee.”
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Arizona Senator Mark Kelly on Trump-Zelenskyy meeting and immigration policies
Senator Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Donald Trump’s Friday meeting in the Oval Office, and President Trump’s immigration policies.
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