Yuma County teacher named 2026 National Teacher of the Year
Arilene Gaxiola was recognized by the Teachers of Tomorrow to receive the honor at the state-level. Gaxiola is an eighth-grade math teacher at San…
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Imperial County celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month
Imperial County is celebrating National Mental Health Awareness Month by embracing a collective mission, fostering community connection under this…
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City of El Centro to host opening of immersive art exhibition
According to a press release, the exhibition, which is in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate in Calexico, is called Chiapas Through the Lens:…
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Gila Ridge teacher named Yuma County High School Teacher of the Year
Yuma Union High School District (YUHSD) says Gila Ridge High School teacher Greg Brown has been named Yuma County’s 2026 High School Teacher of the…
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City of Somerton to host Evening with Mayor & Council
The event is taking place at Somerton City Hall, located at 143 N. State Avenue, Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7:30…
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San Diego Humane Society rescues animals from animal sanctuary
Animal care groups have spent days working with hundreds of animals rescued from horrible conditions at a so-called animal sanctuary in Southern…
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settles legal dispute
The legal dispute between “It Ends With Us” co-stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has been settled, canceling a trial that was set to begin this…
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Johnston brings special energy to Dean Stout Ballpark
For years, that voice has belonged to Duncan Johnston, the longtime public address announcer who has helped shape the game-day atmosphere for the…
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Tracking winds and cooler temperatures for the first half of the week
A lower-pressure system will work its way through the Desert Southwest, keeping us breezy and windy for the next couple of days. Temperatures will…
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Three 18-year-old men arrested in connection to Yuma murder
The suspects will be extradited back to Yuma as soon as the Tempe and Glendale Police Departments conclude their…
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How Supreme Court ruling could shape future of Arizona voting maps
The ruling focuses on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, a key part of the law that has helped protect minority voters for…
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Study says Onvida Health investments expected to boost Yuma’s economy
At their Economic Impact Community Luncheon Monday, a study from a leading Arizona economist highlighted how healthcare investments can serve as a…
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Insider Blog: April 2026 Weather Recap
April was an overall warm month with more days ABOVE normal. It was also a very dry month with little to no rain. Take a look at our weather recap…
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Pet Talk: Meet Izogie and Maybelline
Meet our Pets of the Week!🐶 Izogie and Maybelline is are adorable pups who are looking for a forever home🏠 Click below to learn more about…
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Child dies after left in hot car in Mexicali
The child’s mother was taken into custody. Mexicali police say she had gone out the night before and forgot the child inside the…
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Locals in Westmorland attend Cinco de Mayo Lowrider Car Show
From lowriders to vintage trucks and classic cruisers, car enthusiasts lined up to show off their custom builds, candy paint and…
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YCNF hosts 2026 Nurses Gala
According to a press release, the gala, which was in collaboration with Onvida Health and other community partners, took place at the Quechan Casino…
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Yuma Territorial Prison to host Paranormal Hotspots
The event, taking place at the prison, starts from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday, and attendees are given a chance to explore “where history and…
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Kofa High student receives Dorrance Scholarship
The Yuma Union High School District (YUHSD) says Kofa High School senior Yaoxi Chen was selected as a recipient of the Dorrance…
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Britney Spears pleads guilty in DUI case
Spears, 44, was arrested in March of this year and charged with DUI after she was pulled over for speeding and driving erratically on a Southern…
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