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Yuma locals starting to see the border for themselves

April 15, 2022 1:57 PM Adam Klepp

Two residents from the Foothills say they feel less safe in Yuma because of what’s going on at the…

Imperial County proceeds with Lithium Valley master planning

April 15, 2022 12:08 PM Vanessa Gongora

On Tuesday, April 12th, the Imperial County Board of Supervisors moved forward with the development of Lithium Valley at the board meeting.…

Teacher of the year to be announced next week

April 15, 2022 10:23 AM Samantha Byrd

The 35th annual Teacher of the Year Banquet is taking place at the Yuma Civic and Convention…

YPD, DEA to host prescription drug drop-off

April 15, 2022 10:21 AM Dillon Fuhrman

The Yuma Police Department (YPD), in collaboration with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), is hosting an event where the public can dispose of…

University of Arizona Alumni Chapter to hold scholarship celebration in May

April 15, 2022 9:31 AM Cole Johnson

The YumaCats University of Arizona Alumni Chapter is back at it again to benefit local students and show off their outstanding local support.…

California Highway Patrol breaks ground for new facility as commander announces retirement

April 15, 2022 9:45 AM Jacqueline Aguilar

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) for the El Centro area arranged a retirement luncheon for their commander, Captain Scott Laverty and break ground…

Mexican woman dies crossing Arizona border wall

April 15, 2022 7:56 AM AP News, Cole Johnson

Authorities are investigating the cause of death this week of a Mexican woman whose leg was entrapped while using a climbing harness and ended up…

Taylor Farms fire contained after thousands were told to evacuate

April 15, 2022 6:36 AM April Hettinger, Cole Johnson

Firefighters were able to contain the massive blaze at Taylor Farms in…

FDA authorizes first Covid-19 breath test

April 15, 2022 6:27 AM CNN, April Hettinger

The US Food and Drug Administration has granted emergency use authorization to the first Covid-19 test that spots chemical compounds associated…

Local high school student signs with US Coast Guard

April 15, 2022 7:59 AM Melissa Zaremba

A local senior has just signed with the U.S Coast Guard after going through multiple service academy…

Grocery prices skyrocket due to inflation

April 13, 2022 10:21 AM Samantha Byrd

Over the past few months, prices on everything from gas to groceries have been…

4.5 magnitude earthquake rattles off the coast of Ensenada

April 14, 2022 10:23 PM Jenny Day, Wiley Jawhary

YUMA, Ariz.. (KYMA, KECY) – A 4.5 magnitude earthquake is being reported 13 miles West of El Sauzal, Baja California. It was initially listed as 4.7,…

Ron Watson Middle School students to move on to world competition

April 14, 2022 7:13 PM Marcos Icahuate

Students from Ron Watson Middle School will be headed to the world competition after competing at a state…

Crime Alert: Local law enforcement swarmed an East Yuma neighborhood

April 14, 2022 7:01 PM Joe Teposte, Jenny Day

News 11 is investigating reports of pursuit in East Yuma County. According to the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to the Foothills…

Agents arrest migrants after vehicle pursuit

April 14, 2022 5:27 PM Marcos Icahuate, Mercedes Martinez

Yuma Sector Border Patrol says agents were able to make multiple arrests after a migrant pursuit near Gila…

Public Alert: Man wanted in Phoenix for allegedly shooting an officer

April 14, 2022 4:53 PM Marcos Icahuate, Mercedes Martinez

According to an alert from Phoenix police, a man is currently wanted after being accused of shooting at an…

Senator Sinema speaks out on Title 42: ‘ensure migrants are treated fairly’

April 14, 2022 1:29 PM Marcos Icahuate

Senator Sinema (D-AZ) made a statement regarding the Biden Administration’s decision to extend Title 42, however, the Arizona Senator also wishes for…