State and federal lawmakers react to House Republicans passing DHS funding bill
Lawmakers across the country are sharing their reaction to House Republicans passing a DHS funding…
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The Man, the myth, the legend: The lasting legacy of Coach Klostreich
Don Klostreich, who passed away April 22, 2026, after battling Lewy body disease, is remembered as one of the most influential figures in Arizona…
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The beginning of the Toros legacy
For decades, students in Somerton who wanted to compete in high school athletics had to represent neighboring communities. Three years ago, that…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Imperial County recognized for support-based mental health outreach as cities increase enforcement
The program allows family members, first responders and others to ask a court to help connect someone with mental health care before they end up in…
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Salton City: A food desert
Imperial County helps feed the nation, with thousands of acres of farmland. Yet, in Salton City, a growing issue of food insecurity…
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SPECIAL REPORT: H-2A guest workers are the backbone of Yuma agriculture — vital to feeding America
Behind every grocery store shelf is a story few of us see. Yuma is recognized as the winter lettuce capital of the world and the foundation of…
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From zero to hero: Luis Larios’ journey to Karate Grandmaster
Grandmaster Luis A. Larios turned a childhood marked by bullying into a lifetime of discipline, innovation and mentorship, building a world-class…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Bringing a light to the long journey that murder victim survivors face
For families of murder victims, grief is compounded by an often lengthy and emotionally taxing legal process, one that can reopen wounds repeatedly…
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USPS signals progress on new post office in Niland
The post office burned down in February 2022. At the time, the United States Postal Service (USPS) said the closure would be temporary and directed…
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Black History Month: Meet El Centro’s first Black fire battalion chief
To celebrate Black History Month, we’re highlighting locals leaving a lasting legacy in our community. This week, we highlight El Centro’s first…
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Black History Month: Yuma family salon helps change the game in the local beauty supply industry
We’re continuing to celebrate Black History Month and highlight local leaders with not one but two entrepreneurs this week. A mother-daughter duo own…
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Firefighters & Fathers: YFD sees a baby boom
For the third time in the last four years, the Yuma Fire Department had several firefighters who just added new members to their family. There’s 13…
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Black History Month: El Centro Council member leads the way in the community
To celebrate Black History Month, we are highlighting different community leaders who are making a difference. This week, we recognize and shine a…
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Celebrating Black History Month: Local firefighter leads by example
Local mom Donina Carr has been a firefighter for over a decade. She said she was first introduced to the career after a fire captain stopped her in…
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A safe space grows in the Imperial Valley: Queercasa builds community and belonging
In the Imperial Valley, where the desert meets the border, finding a sense of belonging can be difficult, especially for queer and trans…
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Special Report: Imperial County’s iconic Smurf House
Karina Bazarte sat down with the creator who drew his family home known as the Smurf…
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SPECIAL REPORT: Behind the scene of a crime
When a crime occurs most people want answers fast, but the Yuma Police Department (YPD) can only release certain information to protect the integrity…
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‘Rocky Horror’ brings glitter, camp, and chaos to the Yuma stage
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” returned to Yuma, filling the stage with the kind of energy that only this cult classic can summon. The beloved…
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Recognizing pregnancy & infant loss remembrance day
In the United States, about 1/4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, and roughly 1/160 pregnancies end in stillbirth. It’s something KYMA’s Melissa…
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SPECIAL REPORT: How Baby Sonny impacted the Yuma community
Reporter Manoah Tuiasosopo shares how Baby Sonny’s short life impacted the community and a movement to make sure it never happens…
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