ECPD releases officer-involved shooting briefing
The briefing includes the bodycam and patrol cam footage from the night of May 21, 2025, where a burglary suspect pointed an object, which looked…
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U.S. military strikes alleged drug boat tied to Venezuelan drug cartel
President Trump says 11 people were killed in the strike, which happened in international waters. He shared a video on social…
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Conductor huye de un intento de control de tránsito, persecución termina en accidente en Thousand Palms
Luis Medina THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KUNA) – Un intento de control de tránsito por parte de la Patrulla de Caminos de California…
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Cloudy skies & chances of scattered thunderstorm
We’re seeing cloudy desert skies Tuesday afternoon. Our below normal temperatures will gradually cool over the course of the next several…
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California bill targets AI safety as locals share concerns
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become part of daily life for many, but concerns are growing after a California teen’s death was linked to an AI…
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Imperial County Airport receives $300k grant for renovations
The Federal Aviation Administration gave the grants to 72 California airports, including Imperial County…
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Motorcyclist dead after crash on Avenue 7E
One person is dead after a two-vehicle crash near the intersection of Avenue 7E and Highway 95 Tuesday…
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Man accused of shooting at a YCSO helicopter accepts plea deal
51-year-old Mubarak Prince originally pleaded not guilty to seven counts back in June, including aggravated assault, endangerment and disorderly…
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Woman convicted of murdering a Yuma man sentenced for drug possession
31-year-old Brittney Garcia was sentenced to 30 years in prison for second-degree murder and theft of means of transportation. She was given an…
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YumaCon returns this November
The event, taking place at the Yuma Civic Center, starts Saturday, November 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and will go until Sunday, November 2 from…
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How farmers deal with storms, and what kind of damage they cause
Last week’s storm caused plenty of damage throughout Yuma County. However, luckily for agriculture fields, they weren’t affected as…
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T.K. Jones Campground to be temporarily closed for paving
The T.K. Jones Campground in Imperial County will be temporarily closed on September 21 through October…
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Colorado River State Historic Park to host Exploration Station Party
According to a press release, the event is taking place at the park from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.…
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Tips for establishing a back-to-school routine
If back-to-school anxiety is leading to restless nights, New York University’s Child Mind Institute recommends parents establish a routine, listen to…
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Federal judge rules National Guard deployment to L.A. as unlawful
The California judge’s ruling found June’s mobilization violated the Posse Comitatus Act, which prohibits the president from using the military as a…
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YFD fire chief set to retire after more than 30 years of service
YFD Fire Chief Dustin Fields will be retiring this Friday, September 5, closing a chapter defined by servant leadership, innovation and commitment to…
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Houston man charged with murder in ‘ding dong ditch’ shooting
Police say 42-year-old Gonzalo Leon Jr. shot and killed a child playing “ding dong ditch” with his friends. Officials say it happened around 11:00…
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OpenAI to update ChatGPT with parental controls
The announcement comes after the parents of a 16-year-old who killed himself filed a lawsuit against OpenAI. The suit alleges ChatGPT advised the…
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YPD officer placed on administrative leave after being arrested for domestic violence
According to a press release, it happened in a parking lot, located in the area of W. 24th Street and Avenue C,…
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MILITARY MATTERS: Free Veteran suicide prevention training
There will be a free Veterans suicide prevention event taking place Friday, September 5 at the Cocopah Resort & Conference Center in Somerton. There…
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