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Adrik Vargas

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The City of Somerton is set to rename Cesar Chavez Avenue to Campesinos Avenue.

City leaders recently voted to approve the change, with most council members in support.

The decision comes as some cities across the country reconsider honoring the late farmworker leader following allegations of abuse involving underage girls and women.

In Somerton, some residents say they support the new name, especially because it recognizes farmworkers.

Irma Garner says farmworkers work long, difficult hours, with some lining up as early as 4 a.m. to catch buses to the fields.

She says they deserve the recognition for their hard work and efforts to build a better life in the United States.

Others say farmworkers have played a major role in shaping the community.

Ana Gonzalez says they are the reason the town has grown and progressed over the years.

She adds that the name change would make many farmworkers feel honored, especially in a city where agriculture is such a big part of daily life.

Residents say in Somerton, farm work is deeply tied to families, culture, and the community’s identity.

For many, this change is about recognizing the people behind that work and the role they play in keeping the city going.

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Manoah Tuiasosopo

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma held a Relief & Appointment Ceremony recognizing a change in senior enlisted leadership.

Sgt. Maj. Jason A. Davey, the outgoing sergeant major of MCAS Yuma, officially passed responsibility during the ceremony, marking the transition of leadership within the installation’s senior enlisted ranks.

During the event, the noncommissioned officer sword was passed to Col. Jared K. Stone, the commanding officer of MCAS Yuma, symbolizing the transfer of authority, accountability, and responsibility.

The Relief & Appointment Ceremony is a longstanding military tradition that highlights the formal change in leadership between senior enlisted leaders.

Davey served as the installation’s sergeant major for the past six years, providing senior enlisted guidance and leadership across the station.

Officials say the ceremony reflects the Marine Corps’ emphasis on continuity, discipline, and leadership at all levels of command.

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Skylar Heisey

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) is investigating a crash which left one person injured.

According to a press release, the crash happened at around 11:30 a.m. Monday in the area of S. Frontage Road and S. Payson Drive.

YCSO says a 1990 Toyota Corolla was driving eastbound on S. Frontage Road when it crashed into a 2007 Yamaha Rhino UTV, which was driving westbound and “failed to yield the right-of-way while making a left turn onto S. Payson Drive.”

Rural Metro arrived on scene and took the UTV driver to Onvida Health due to serious injuries, and while YCSO says the driver is reported to be in stable condition, the driver of the Toyota was not injured.

While it is unknown if impairment is a factor in the crash, the investigation is ongoing.

If anyone has information regarding the case, call YCSO at (928) 783-4427, call 78-CRIME to remain anonymous, or visit YCSO’s website to submit an anonymous tip.

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Skylar Heisey

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Police Department (YPD) says a man has been arrested and indicted in connection to nine burglaries.

According to a press release, the burglaries happened between July 30, 2025 and February 25, 2026 in the area of S. Fourth Avenue, south of 32nd Street.

During the months-long investigation, YPD says the suspect was identified as 51-year-old Guillermo Torres, leading to his arrest last month.

Earlier this month, Torres was indicted by a grand jury as he is facing nine burglary-related counts, according to YPD.

Torres is currently being held at the Yuma County Detention Center on a bond of $75,000.

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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Moses Femino

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The man accused of stalking a woman on Discord app pled not guilty during a court appearance Monday.

19-year-old Filip Lipinski is facing seven counts, including three felony counts of stalking.

Lipinski was arrested last month in regards to a stalking a woman on Discord about six years ago.

According to the Yuma Police Department (YPD), the victim ended contact with him she was talking to, but Lipinski’s behavior became disturbing.

Lipinski, who was a U.S. citizen living in Denmark at the time, was recorded to have flown to Yuma on three different occasions, which started January of 2022.

He then moved to the Yuma area in fall of last year, and he was arrested on March 27 by YPD and the FBI, who searched his apartment with the use of a warrant.

Lipinski is currently being held at the Yuma County Detention Center on a bond of $200,000, and will be back in court on April 24.

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Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A free event for local families is planned to be held in Yuma.

The 14th Annual Recovery Palooza invites families for free food and drinks, as well as activities and music.

The event will be at Carver Park (398 S. 13th Avenue) on May 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

TLC Recovery Arizona is hosting the event.

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Jessamyn Dodd

IMPERIAL, Calif. (KYMA) – The City of Imperial hosted a resource fair and 5K race for Autism Awareness Month over the weekend.

Families across Imperial County came together Saturday to raise awareness and support those living with autism.

Kids took park in games, ride and activities while parents had the chance to learn about services from local providers.

“These are resource fairs that we’re able to provide information to parents of children with autism and to adults with autism,” said James Gonzalez with Autism Support of Imperial County.

This comes as the Autism Support of Imperial County received two grants to help them with a mobile diagnostic unit and bringing therapists and doctors on board.

The Imperial County Sheriff’s Office (ISCO) was on hand promoting the Blue Envelope Program, which aims to improve communication between law enforcement and people with autism.

Drivers keep their license in a blue envelope, which signals that they may have special communication needs.

“Our department is our here today with our Blue Envelope Program. We’re out here helping families, explaining what our Blue Envelope Program is all about,” said Monica Robledo with ICSO.

Organizers say awareness is just the first step, but continued community support makes a lasting difference.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Arizona Western College is inviting Yuma and La Paz community members to their candidate forums.

The forums, taking place Thursday, April 16, 2026 and Monday, April 20, 2026 at the Matador Activity Center, room 106, is for those who want to meet the five finalists for the Executive Vice President (EVP) for AWC’s Entrepreneurial College.

Candidate #1: Dr. Isaac Zuniga; courtesy: Arizona Western College

Candidate #2: Dr. Shadi Kilani; courtesy: Arizona Western College

Candidate #3: Dr. Shelley Pearson; courtesy: Arizona Western College

“We had a great response to our posting to lead this remarkable arm of the college,” said Kathy Ocampo, AWC Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer. “We’re looking to build on the momentum of the last few years, to take our Workforce Development and Career Technology offerings to the next level. The next leader will chart a path for our faculty, staff and students while keeping us connected to the emerging trends in higher education and industry.”

Candidate #4: Dr. David Campbell; courtesy: Arizona Western College

Candidate #5: Andrew Clegg; courtesy: Arizona Western College

The times to meet the candidates are as follows:

Thursday, April 16, 2026

7:30-8:30 a.m.: Dr. Isaac Zuniga

2-3 p.m.: Dr. Shadi Kilani

3:45-4:45 p.m.: Dr. Shelley Pearson

Monday, April 20, 2026

7:30-8:30 a.m.: Dr. David Campbell

2:30-3:30 p.m.: Andrew Clegg

To learn more about the candidates, read the press release below.

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Jessamyn Dodd

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – The man accused of murdering a missing teen was back in court Monday for a preliminary hearing setting.

51-year-old Abraham Feinbloom pleaded not guilty in connection to the disappearance and death of 17-year-old T’neya Tovar.

According to our reporter, who was at Feinbloom’s latest court appearance, Tovar’s mother saw Feinbloom for the first time.

Our reporter also said Tovar’s father and an investigator were also present during the court appearance.

Prior to Monday’s court appearance, Feinbloom‘s attorney, Melanie Roe, released a statement saying she has received over 20 discovery packets from the Imperial County District Attorney’s Office.

The discovery packets, according to Roe, contained the following documents:

The police reports of law enforcement agencies, which includes the Imperial and Riverside County offices and the FBI

Forensic/lab reports which includes the autopsy findings

Numerous search warrants

In the statement, she said, “There are no forensic findings conclusively establishing the discovery of human blood from any item seized” from Feinbloom‘s home and/or his vehicles, and said the rest of Tovar’s remains have not been found.

In addition, Roe said the prosecution’s forensic experts could not determine the cause or manner of death, even though one of them found a gunshot wound to the knee, and could not determine the date of when Tovar died.

“The government’s case against Mr. Feinbloom is so thin that without more, they will be unable to prove Mr. [Feinbloom’s] guilt beyond a reasonable doubt for many reasons,” Roe expressed in her statement.

Feinbloom will be back in court on April 28, where it will be determined if there is enough evidence to establish probable cause and hold him for trial.

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Dillon Fuhrman

SOMERTON, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Somerton Community Resource Center is hosting the Community Resource Fair this week.

The fair is taking place Friday, April 17, 2026, at the center, located at 214 W. Main Street, from 9 a.m. to noon.

During the fair, the center says the following agencies participating in the event will share information and resource for attendees and their families:

Mexican Consulate in Yuma

DES-Child and Community Services Division

Yuma County Law Library

RCFBH College of Health Careers

SBHIS Medicare Solutions

Yuma County Victim Services

Housing America Corporation

University of Arizona

PPEP, Inc.

For more information about the fair, call (928) 315-7910.

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