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Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Two women were in a crash in Yuma, according to Yuma Police Department (YPD).

On November 12, at about 1:59 p.m., officers were called about a crash in the area of Eighth Street and Magnolia Avenue, near Kiwanis Park.

Police say an 18-year-old woman was driving a Hyundai Elantra eastbound on Eighth Street and tried to make a left-hand turn onto Magnolia Avenue.

A 42-year-old woman in an Infiniti G37 traveling westbound on Eighth Street then crashed into the Elantra.

Both women were taken to Onvida Health, but the 42-year-old was later flown to a Phoenix hospital due to serious injuries.

Police say speed appears to be a factor in the crash.

Anyone with information on this case is encouraged to call YPD at (928) 783-4421 or 78-CRIME.

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IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – The Imperial County says there has been an increase in a scam.

The scam involves a person claiming they work for the County and ask for a service fee.

Imperial County staff email address will end in @co.imperial.ca.us and suspicious invoices should not be answered immediately.

Anyone who receives suspicious scam emails can contact the Internet Crime Complaint Center or call their local police department.

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Paul Vozzella

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Arizona Community Foundation of Yuma hosted a luncheon at the Yuma Golf and Country Club to honor local individuals and organizations whose philanthropic work has made a significant impact on the community.

The event highlighted Yuma’s reputation for generosity and celebrated those who continue to strengthen the region through service and giving.

“Yuma is known for standing up and giving back to the community. We’re one of the most generous communities in Arizona, and everyone who showed up at this luncheon today is a true testament to that,” said Veronica Shorr, Regional Director of the Arizona Community Foundation of Yuma.

Attendees represented a wide range of philanthropic efforts, contributing collectively to hundreds of thousands of dollars in local support.

Shorr noted that this year’s honorees were selected specifically for their strong commitment to community philanthropy.

“This year ,we did things a little differently,” she said. “Our honorees this year are really heavily focused on philanthropy and the work that they do in the community,” she said.

Awards presented included Philanthropist of the Year and the Spirit of Service Award. Danny Bryant of First Bank Yuma was named Philanthropist of the Year for the second time.

“It’s also rewarding to see what a group of people committed to making a community stronger can do, and the accomplishments that we can achieve together,” Bryant said.

City Councilmember Arturo Morales Jr. received the Spirit of Service Award.

“We don’t do it for acknowledgment,” Morales said. “I have to admit, it’s a beautiful moment. I’m completely honored.”

The luncheon served as a tribute to the individuals and groups whose dedication continues to uplift the Yuma community.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A local restaurant is offering a free event Thursday in Yuma.

Lutes Casino will be having live music between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

A portion of sales will be going towards the Yuma Center for Spiritual Living.

Lutes Casino is located at 221 Main St.

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EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) – The City of El Centro is holding an event to celebrate MX, skateboarding and more.

The Slam Fest 2025 will be held on December 13 at Brett Driscoll Skate Park. Locals are invited to the family-friendly event for live performances.

Children can participate in a kids zone with lawn games and other interactive art activities.

Competitors must bring their own equipment and gear.

Local artists will also be featured, as well as local vendors.

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SAN LUIS, Ariz. (KYMA) – The City of San Luis, Arizona will celebrate the 14th edition of the San Luis Film Festival on November 18.

The screenings will take place at PPEP TECH High school Cesar Chavez Learning Center in City of San Luis, Arizona from November 18 through November 20 at 6 p.m.

Their mission is to promote culture and the arts through film.

In the spirit of sharing and supporting those in need, there will be a food drive where you can donate canned, goods, rice and other food products and watch a movie.

“My invitation to all of San Luis, Arizona, Yuma, all of the county, Mexico, we invite you to celebrate our 14th anniversary this year,” said Antonio C. Carillo.

Don’t miss this great event that highlights dreams, culture, and hope, demonstrating that art can transform the community.

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Andrea Turisk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Help us give back to the Crossroads Mission with our annual Share Your Holiday Turkey Drive.

We’re collecting turkeys, non-perishable food items and cash.

We will be collecting all these items at all Walmart locations in Yuma and the Foothills, Friday from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m.

All of the proceeds are going to the Crossroads Mission for their Three-Days of Thanksgiving event.

Come out and help us share your holiday with locals in need this holiday season.

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Danyelle Burke North

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Desert Southwest skies were lit up with the northern lights! Several viewers sent in photos of Tuesday night’s sky of the aurora borealis that could be seen in Arizona and California, including Yuma and Imperial County.

The glowing colors happen when charged particles from the sun collide with the Earth’s atmosphere. One Yuma local works with the National Weather Service and shared several images with us. She says it’s the first time she has ever seen these lights in our Yuma area.

“But other than that, I’ve never seen them. This was you know one of the very first times ever, and it still shocks me to be able to see it this far south because I’ve always wanted to see them,” said local Terri Clark.

Locals might get lucky again! The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts it could return to the skies Wednesday night.

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The government shutdown has ended after 46 days affecting millions of Americans across the country. 

The Yuma Community Food Bank says they’ve seen an 80% increase in people looking for help. 

Although the government shutdown is officially over, it’s still gonna take some time for everyone to recover.

“It’s gonna take a long time for this to actually catch up. There’s a lot of funds. A lot of people never got pay checks. They don’t know when they’ll get the funds released,” says Andy Robinson, President and CEO of the Yuma Community Food Bank.

The U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground shared a statement with us saying, “Our team resumed full operations with focus and professionalism, and we continue to stand at the forefront of Army transformation.”

Local Cassandra Quintero says the reopening comes at a great time before the holidays saying, “Thanksgiving is around the corner and it’s just in time to be grateful for a nation that is now united.”

Robinson adds the end of the shutdown is positive but recognizes there is still work to be done, and help they still need.  

“We have to order product which we have been ordering, but it doesn’t mean its being delivered so it all has to be processed. It all takes time so it can be weeks. Maybe even months before we see us kinda back to normal,” says Robinson.

The food bank is asking for donations and volunteers. You can head to the food bank for more information.

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