Residents surprised to see local Radio Shack closed
YUMA, Ariz. – Yuma residents are surprised to see the Radio Shack on 4th avenue and 16th street all closed up and out of business. Tina Alozo and Joseph Serna say they have brought their kids to this...
View Article7th annual Yuma homicide victim’s vigil
YUMA, Ariz. – It was an emotional Thursday evening at the Yuma Main Library. Dozens of people, many who lost loved ones due to homicide, gathered to grieve for the loss of local homicide victims and...
View ArticleFire at Gowan building in Yuma
YUMA, Ariz. – The Yuma Fire Department responded to a fire alarm from the Gowan Company Building, located at 390 Main St. in Yuma Friday morning. Firefighters said when they arrived they found smoke...
View ArticleKSWT Exclusive: “Yuma’s Most Wanted” 09/23/16
YUMA, Ariz. – Since we brought you “Yuma’s Most Wanted” last week there have been several fugitives taken into custody. The San Bernardino Police Department arrested Rickford Jackson who was on the run...
View ArticleFriday Night Lights Scores: Week #6
In this week’s Marquee Matchup the Kofa Kings defeat the Yuma Criminals 20 to 0. Here’s the rest of tonight’s scores: Kofa 20… Yuma 0 (Final) Cibola 63… Alhambra 47 (Final) Brawley 44… Gila Ridge 0...
View ArticleExplosion at historic Lee Hotel, investigation continues
YUMA, Ariz. – Repairs are underway at the historic Lee Hotel after an explosion knocked out a portion of the wall in the back of the building. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. Friday. The Yuma Fire...
View ArticleDr. Jay Sheridan, beloved and inspiring local teacher, dies at 72
YUMA, Ariz. – Dr. Jay Sheridan, a professor who taught English at Yuma High School for 40 years, died Saturday. He was 72 years old. In 2010 Congressman Raul Grijvalva addressed the U.S House of...
View ArticleLocals react to presidential debate
YUMA, Ariz. – The presidential debate between Republican nominee Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton has some local residents supporting both parties. With just over a month before the...
View ArticleLocal political figures and voters weigh in on presidential debate
YUMA, Ariz. – “I don’t think that was one of his best if I were Donald Trump I would want a redo on this one”, a strong admission from Yuma County Supervisor Russ Clark who has openly been supporting...
View ArticleSomerton man busted with almost 26 pounds of meth
YUMA, Ariz. – U.S. Customs and Border Protections said officers arrested a Somerton man after finding almost 26 pounds of methamphetamine in his car. CBP said the arrest happened Sunday at the San Luis...
View ArticleYPD gets DOJ grant for body cameras
YUMA, Ariz. – The Yuma Police Department said they received a grant of almost $105,000 to purchase body cameras. The grant came from the U.S. Department of Justice. The money will be used for...
View ArticleDomestic violence awareness, a survivor’s story
*Our policy is to typically not identify victims of domestic violence. In this case Heather came forward wanting to help bring awareness to help others. YUMA, Ariz. – “I would have bruises on my arms,...
View ArticleProtesters against circus’ use of animals
YUMA, Ariz. – More than two dozen people gathered to protest the arrival of a circus in town. The protesters said animal cruelty is a vital part of the training exercises animals undergo in becoming...
View ArticleData: Adult smoking rate in Arizona drops to 14 percent
PHOENIX (AP) – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that the adult smoking rate in Arizona has dropped to 14 percent. That’s down from more than 19 percent in 2011. The latest...
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Astronaut Mark Kelly has a new mission in mind: The U.S. Senate
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Trailer fire quickly contained by YFD
Courtesy of Yuma Fire Department YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KSWT, FOX 9)- A trailer burned and cause minor damage to nearby structures Thursday, according to the Yuma Fire Department (YFD). YFD said the fire...
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Local veteran proud of upcoming holiday
Outside of American Legion Post 19 in Yuma American Legion Commander shares his experience A man that helps and supports other veterans at the American Legion Post in Yuma, shares his thoughts on what...
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Veterans: Where you can eat for free on Veterans day
Veterans Day Veterans Day is on Monday, November 11, and each year more organizations are getting in the spirit of honoring our service members with a free meal. Various organizations both here in...
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How secure are local elections?
Report grades AZ elections process unsatisfactory YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA)- A 2018 report from the Center for American Progress graded election security in all 50 states. Arizona was stamped with a 'D'....
View ArticleNews 11 Sports – November 4, 2019
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