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Lynette Niebla

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) – The long-awaited chicken fingers are officially arriving in the Imperial Valley.

Raising Cane’s is set to open its first local restaurant in El Centro Tuesday, marking a major expansion for the fast-growing brand into the region.

Located at 2299 N. Imperial Avenue, just north of Interstate 8, the new establishment will kick off its grand opening with a series of community-focused festivities and high-stakes giveaways.

For the “Caniacs” willing to brave the early morning lines, the restaurant is offering significant incentives:

Free Cane’s for a Year: Between 8:00 a.m. and 8:45 a.m., a “Lucky 20” drawing will award 20 customers (ages 13+) free meals for a full year.

First 100 Club: The first 100 customers to purchase a Box Combo in-restaurant will receive a limited-edition Cane’s trucker hat and a free Box Combo card for a future visit.

Entertainment: The celebration continues throughout the day with an appearance by local radio personality Rudy “El Rudo” from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., followed by a performance from Mariachi Acero Del Valle from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

The opening brings new jobs and a new late-night dining option to the city. The restaurant will operate with extended hours:

Sunday – Thursday: 9 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Friday – Saturday: 9 a.m. to 3 a.m.

Raising Cane’s is known for a focused menu of hand-battered chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, and their signature Cane’s Sauce, which was recently named the most craveable sauce in the industry.

Doors officially open to the public at 9 a.m. Tuesday.

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Dillon Fuhrman

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) – The City of El Centro says Ross Avenue, between Industry Way and Dogwood Avenue, will be temporarily closed.

According to a press release, the closure, which begins Saturday, is due to a planned road work.

The City says the road will be closed to all vehicular traffic, with drivers, cyclists and pedestrians being encouraged to plan ahead and allow additional traffic time while traveling in the area.

The City also says the traffic will be detoured using the following route: Ross Avenue to Industry Way to Heil Avenue to Ross Avenue.

There will also be detour signs throughout to guide drivers safely through the alternate route, according to the City, who says drivers are encouraged to reduce speed and remain alert of construction crews and equipment operating within the work zone.

The road work is set to conclude Sunday. To learn more about the road closure, read the press release, written in English and Spanish, below.

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Jessamyn Dodd

BRAWLEY, Calif. (KYMA) – The City of Brawley experienced a series of earthquakes Saturday evening, lasting into early Sunday morning.

“Everything fell from my shelves, my restroom, the cabinets…We had some broken coffee mugs and glasses and yeah a lot of shaking,” said George Prieto, a resident of Brawley.

The earthquakes clocked in at just under 5.0 on the Richter Scale.

According to the United States Geological Survey, aftershocks can occur within several hours, and even up to a day after the main shock.

The City of Brawley activated its Emergency Operations Center to support response efforts.

Prieto said he slept in his truck due to the constant aftershocks.

“I decided to sleep outside because the house was rocking and rolling and. It’s just a lot. It’s a lot of shaking for our valley,” he explained.

The California Governor’s Office advises residents to stop, cover and hold on during an earthquake, and to be familiar with exits and evacuation routes.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Rural Metro says they responded to a two-vehicle crash late Sunday morning.

According to a post on Facebook, the crash happened in the area of the southbound lanes of the Fortuna Overpass after 11 a.m.

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Upon arrival, Rural Metro says crews found two vehicles that were heavily damaged, prompting them to immediately secure both vehicles and assess the occupants.

While one person was taken to Onvida Foothills with minor injuries, Rural Metro says no other injuries were reported.

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Jessamyn Dodd

IMPERIAL, Calif. (KYMA) – The Imperial County Fire Department (ICFD) responded to a structure fire Saturday in the City of Imperial.

The two-alarm fire was assisted by the El Centro Fire Department and Holtville Fire Department.

Crews worked to contain the flames and keep the fire from spreading to adjacent businesses and apartment buildings.

KYMA spoke to Battalion Chief Hector Garcia with ICFD, who said the building is used as a commercial kitchen, where food vendors prepare their food.

“We arrived on scene we had smoke showing from the eaves of the roof and along alongside the back of the property. It was a light smoke, however, it’s getting pretty thick, so, we had the guys come in, secure the water source, and get ready for entry,” Chief Garcia said.

The building was vacant at the time and no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Police Department says two men are dead in a murder-suicide Saturday night.

According to a press release, it happened in the area of S. 13th Avenue and W. Third Street, near Sanguinetti Athletic Complex, at around 7:45 p.m.

Upon arrival, YPD says officers found a unresponsive man underneath a gazebo and performed life-saving measures.

YPD says 55-year-old Richard Carter shot the victim, 65-year-old Alvin Nelson, and drove away.

YPD also says they received an attempted suicide call in the area of S. Fifth Avenue and W. 18th Street before 8 p.m., which involved Carter.

Following these calls, YPD says both Nelson and Carter were taken to Onvida Health, where they both died.

The investigation is ongoing. If anyone has information regarding the case, call YPD at 928-783-4421, or 78-CRIME at 928-782-7463 to remain anonymous.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Families across Yuma County attended a Mother’s Day brunch hosted by a local coffeehouse.

Cafecito held the brunch at 9 a.m. Sunday, and featured a variety of food items, like Breakfast Sopes and Horchata French Toast Casserole.

There was also live music from DJ Rude, and Cafecito’s co-owners, Ashley and Travis Krizay, said there was a long line outside the coffeehouse before it was open.

The brunch was honor of Mother’s Day, which is celebrated on the second Sunday of May, and the Krizays shared why they hosted the brunch.

“This is something special we do. It’s a great day to honor moms and we appreciate them all out there. We all have one,” Ashley explained.

“We’ve always been just such a welcoming place to families, so it’s popular with moms,” Travis added.

The brunch lasted until 1 p.m.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Police Department (YPD) is investigating a crash which left one person injured.

According to a press release, the crash happened in the area of Avenue C, near the Central Drain, before 6:40 a.m. Saturday.

YPD says a 20-year-old woman was driving a Honda Civic southbound on Avenue C when a 36-year-old man, riding his bicycle southbound, veered from the bike lane and into the Honda Civic.

As a result, the bicyclist was taken to Onvida Health and was later flown to a Phoenix area hospital due to his injuries.

As of Sunday, the bicyclist is listed in stable condition, according to YPD

The investigation is ongoing. If anyone has information regarding the case, call YPD at 928-783-4421, or 78-CRIME at 928-782-7463 to remain anonymous.

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BRAWLEY, Calif. (KYMA) – Multiple earthquakes shook parts of Imperial County Saturday afternoon.

According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the first earthquake happened in Brawley at around 4:15 p.m. Pacific, and it was a 3.5-magnitude earthquake.

Four minutes later, the USGS said another earthquake took place in Brawley, but it was a 2.6-magnitude earthquake.

Then, at around 4:22 p.m., USGS said a 2.8-magnitude earthquake also happened in Brawley, with the most recent one taking place before 5 p.m. in Brawley.

The USGS also reported two different earthquakes in Brawley, with a 3.4-magnitude earthquake happening after 5:30 p.m., and a 3.1-magnitude earthquake happening before 5:40 p.m.

In other parts of the county, the Southern California Earthquake Data Center (SCEDC) reported two earthquakes in Holtville:

5 p.m.: 1.7-magnitude

5:05 p.m.: 1.6-magnitude

There was also an earthquake that happened in Ocotillo after 5 p.m., and SCEDC says it was a 2.2-magnitude earthquake.

KYMA will keep you updated as this story develops.

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KYMA News Team

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – We are so excited to finally announce the Mother of the Year contest.

Thank you to everyone who submitted. We are going to surprise one very special mother.

Her name is Brandi Mattias, and we surprised her with some special gifts. Brandi’s mom submitted the entry, saying Brandi has so much love for her kids that she drives every morning.

“Thank you, thank you to my mom for the entry. I wouldn’t be a mom without this beautiful little one,” said Brandi Mattias.

Brandi will be receiving a beautiful bouquet, courtesy of The Flower Mine, every month for a full year.

Thank you to The Flower Mine for sponsoring this special contest.

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