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Abigahil Padilla

SAN LUIS, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Regional Center for Border Health (RCBH) and San Luis Walk-In Clinic welcomed four speciality providers Thursday morning.

Healthcare professionals came together to celebrate the expansion of specialty medical services in San Luis, Arizona.

Guests were also treated to breakfast and had the opportunity to meet the new specialists.

The new providers include orthopedic surgeon Dr. Todd K. Runyan, rheumatologist Dr. Madhu Arora, and endocrinologists Dr. Yanal Massamat and Dr. Oscar L. Castro.

“I think the benefit is that people don’t have to drive all the way to Yuma anymore to get this care, and a lot of times with orthopedic problems, there’s many different visits to the doctor, so they’ll save themselves multiple visits up there and even to, you know, for hand surgery, there’s no one else in Yuma County that does hand surgery,” Dr. Runyan shared.

The new specialty services are now available at the San Luis Medical Mall located at Oak Avenue and County 24th Street.

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Carolina Garcia

CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA) – More than 15 law enforcement agencies will take part in National Night Out 2026 in Calexico.

The event is taking place next Wednesday, November 12, starting at 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time.

It’ll be in front of the Calexico Police Station on Fifth Street. There will be live music and food vendors at the event.

This is the second year the Calexico Police Department (CPD) has organized the event as it’s to show the human side of law enforcement officers as they spend time with local families.

“As well as Mexicali Police Department, that’s going to be crossing the border. We’ll have horses there. We’ll have police gear. And this event is more so to bring the community to know the people that have patrolled their citizens or the city and get to know their citizens, too,” said Chief Armando Orozco with CPD. “So this is one where now you get to meet the officers, be on name basis with them, and it’s a good community building.”

Last year, nearly 300 people attended National Night Out.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA COUNTY, Ariz. (KYMA) – Sens. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) announced $9.6 million in federal funding for three projects to improve railroad crossing safety, including Yuma County.

The funding, according to a press release, is to support “planning and design work to address dangerous railroad crossings, reduce traffic delays, and improve the movement of people and goods across Arizona.”

This was awarded through the Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program, which was established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which Sen. Kelly helped “helped negotiate and pass,” the press release said.

“Arizonans shouldn’t have to worry about dangerous railroad crossings when they’re driving to work or taking their kids to school,” said Kelly. “This funding to improve our transportation infrastructure will keep families safe.”

“Arizona’s railroads are critical links that keep our state’s economy flowing. This federal funding in railroad crossing safety will further ensure people get where they need to go safely and goods move more efficiently,” said Sen. Gallego. “Investing in our infrastructure means creating good-paying jobs, improving safety, and making sure communities across Arizona have access to the public infrastructure they deserve.”

Yuma County was awarded $2 million to “the design of improvements to the existing Fortuna Road railroad crossing,” the press release said.

“For too long, residents of the Fortuna Foothills have experienced recurring and prolonged closures at the Fortuna Road railroad crossing, disrupting daily travel and raising serious public safety concerns. This $2 million federal investment represents a significant step toward a permanent solution by advancing the project through final design and bringing us closer to construction,” said Martin Porchas, Chairman of the Yuma County Board of Supervisors. “We appreciate Senators Kelly and Gallego’s support and the Federal Railroad Administration’s investment in this critical infrastructure project. Yuma County looks forward to continuing our work with our federal and state partners to improve transportation safety, reliability, and emergency access for our residents.”

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Lynette Niebla

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) – The City of El Centro hosted its annual State of the City Address Thursday morning, reflecting on the community’s roots while laying out a clear blueprint for future growth and economic development.

Mayor Michael Crankshaw delivered the address in the City Council Chambers, framing this year’s message around the theme of “Past, Present, and Future.”

“I selected the theme past, present, and future to remember how far we’ve come as a community,” Mayor Crankshaw said during the presentation. “And to consider all the uncertainty that we all have right now, there’s a tremendous, tremendous amount out there to set a course for success and to help us navigate through the obstacles.”

The presentation featured three distinct video segments that tracked El Centro’s historical trajectory from its early beginnings to the modern municipality it is today.

Moving forward, city leaders are prioritizing significant investments across several core sectors, including public safety, infrastructure improvements, and park developments.

A central focus of the morning was the strong partnership between city government and local commerce.

Imperial Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Board President Victor Nava attended the event and highlighted a robust period of local business growth over the last fiscal year.

“We love to support our business community and shared the excitement and experience when they open the doors to new business or additional locations,” Nava said. “As you can see from the numbers, the city of El Centro celebrated 10 ribbon cuttings in the fiscal year of 2025 and 2026.”

Mayor Crankshaw emphasized that the city’s upward momentum relies heavily on its residents and local stakeholders, keeping a humble perspective on the role of local government.

“We truly as the council are just community members trying to do the best we can for our community. That’s simply all this is,” Crankshaw noted. “Hard work, dedication, resilience have shaped our city into what we are today. This morning we celebrated our community by reflecting on our accomplishments and look ahead at the opportunities that we will shape.”

For community members who were unable to attend the morning address in person, the complete presentation was live-streamed.

A full replay of the event can be accessed via the city’s YouTube channel.

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Moses Femino

FELICITY, Calif. (KYMA) – About 15 miles west of Yuma along Interstate 8, a unique landmark in our desert is working to preserve human history for generations to come.

The Museum of History in Granite, located in Felicity, California, is officially recognized as the Center of the World.

The site features a 21-foot granite and glass pyramid marking the designated location, surrounded by monuments and historical displays.

The vision began with a children’s book written by the museum’s founder, 97-year-old Mayor Jacques-André Istel.

Istel said the pyramid was inspired by his book, “COE: The Good Dragon at the Center of the World.” After including a pyramid in the story, his wife encouraged him to bring it to life.

In 1985, five Imperial County supervisors unanimously passed a law designating Felicity as the official Center of the World. Four years later, France’s National Geographic Institute recognized the designation.

Today, the museum features 20 monuments, more than 700 engraved granite panels and over 1,000 illustrations etched into stone.

Each panel documents a piece of human history, with the goal of preserving those stories for thousands of years.

The grounds also feature unique historical attractions, including a staircase from the original Eiffel Tower.

But when Istel first visited the area in the 1950s, he says the landscape was nothing more than open desert.

His vision eventually transformed the land into a destination dedicated to history, culture and preservation.

“We came out to see what it was like in the desert and see if we liked it or not,” Mayor Istel said. “And there was nothing. This is before we even thought of museums or monuments. Bare desert. I thought, ‘We need a central point.’ And what’s a better central point than the official center of the world that has never been officially set by law.”

Beyond his work in Felicity, Istel is also known for his contributions to parachuting and skydiving.

Recognized as the “Father of Sport Parachuting and Skydiving,” one of his original parachute designs is housed at the Smithsonian Institution.

His accomplishments have also earned him recognition in France, including honorary membership in the French Foreign Legion.

Through the Museum of History in Granite, Istel hopes to leave behind something that will stand the test of time, preserving the stories of humanity one monument at a time.

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Adrik Vargas

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Sentencing for the man who accepted a plea deal in connection the Yuma house party shooting has been postponed.

Aden Arviso, 23, pled guilty to one count of aggravated assault, which is a Class 3 felony, last month.

The plea deal came after the state prosecution called for a status hearing during the fourth day of Arviso’s trial.

Arviso will serve five years minimum under the plea agreement. Probation was not offered as part of the agreement.

During the hearing, Arviso’s family, victims’ families, the prosecution and defense provided statements before the judge rescheduled the hearing to next Thursday, November 12.

The other suspect in the shooting, Abraham Colin, 22, was sentenced to serve 20 years for the murder charge, and an additional ten years for the assault charge consecutively, after pleading guilty back in August to second-degree murder and aggravated assault charges.

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Adrik Vargas

YUMA COUNTY, Ariz. (KYMA) – In South Yuma County, voters in San Luis, Arizona and Somerton showed up to help choose the leadership of their growing communities.

News 11 spoke with some of the candidates to get their reaction to the early results, and reflected on the issues they brought to voters.

María Guzmán is running for a seat on the Gadsden Elementary School District Board in San Luis, while Brian Lopez is hoping to bring a more data-driven approach to Somerton City Council.

“I also feel that social responsibility to do an excellent job because you guys are trusting me, and I need you your feedback,” Guzman expressed.

“I think the next chapter of Somerton is one that not only has a vision, but has a strategy and a plan,” Lopez added.

News 11 also reached out to San Luis mayoral candidates Matias Rosales and James Allen Jr., and while we have not heard back yet from Rosales, Allen said he wants to wait for official results before sharing a message with voters.

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GADSDEN ELEMENTARY DISTRICT #32

4/5 | 80% Precincts Candidate Party Votes % LILIANA ARROYO 1,134 21%

MARIA GUZMAN RAMIREZ 1,088 20%

LUIS MARQUEZ 838 15%

BRIAN ALANIZ DE LA HOYA 827 15%

MARK CONCHA 709 13%

MARIA LUZ HOYOS 529 10%

MANUEL ROJAS 400 7%

5,525 total votes Updated: 2026-11-05 05:04:03 pm

SAN LUIS MAYOR

5/5 | 100% Precincts Candidate Party Votes % MATIAS ROSALES 1,397 53%

JAMES ALLEN_JR. 1,253 47%

2,650 total votes Updated: 2026-11-05 05:04:03 pm

SAN LUIS CITY COUNCIL

5/5 | 100% Precincts Candidate Party Votes % JAVIER VARGAS (i) 1,455 32%

OCTAVIO RAMIREZ 1,238 27%

LUISA ARREOLA 1,146 25%

RUBEN WALSHE_PERALTA 746 16%

4,585 total votes Updated: 2026-11-05 05:04:03 pm

SOMERTON CITY COUNCIL

3/3 | 100% Precincts Candidate Party Votes % LORENA DELGADILLO (i) 600 30%

BRIAN LOPEZ 479 24%

JUAN CASTILLO (i) 458 23%

VICTOR LOZANO 432 22%

1,969 total votes Updated: 2026-11-05 05:04:03 pm

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Joaquin Hight

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – A pilot has died after a deadly plane crash near Imperial County.

Cal Fire said the four-seater light aircraft crashed into a hillside in Ocotillo Tuesday at around 9:30 a.m. Pacific, killing the pilot.

They said the plane caught fire and completely burned after crashing into “Blow Sand Hill,” near Quarry Road.

Cal Fire also said the fire was contained and California State Parks will take over the investigation.

The pilot was the only person on board.

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Carolina Garcia

CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA) – Two former Calexico mayors are leading the vote count in the City Council race.

Joong Kim is leading as he received 1,232 votes, amounting to 20% of the vote, and Camilo García is also leading after receiving 970 votes, amounting to 16% of the vote.

García started removing his campaign signs from streets and residential areas early Wednesday morning.

He is currently just four votes ahead of Blanca Morales, and said he will wait for the final results before declaring victory.

If he does win, he said he plans to work for the city without political divisions.

“And this is just the beginning. I know that, the difference right now, as far as, you know, the election results, you know, just a very, very thin margin. So we’re going to continue to work,” García expressed. “This is a year-round effort. Aside from the result, you know, that we will get whether I get elected, I get to go back to the council.”

The imperial county registrar of voters has 28 days to officially certify the election results.

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