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Danyelle Burke North

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Fire Department (YFD) unveiled Ladder Tender 1, which they say is a specialized support vehicle designed to assist their ladder company “while improving operational efficiency and safety.”

According to YFD, the vehicle carries the same tools and equipment found on a traditional ladder truck, like ventilation saws, forcible entry tools, lighting and medical supplies. However, it does not include an aerial ladder.

Courtesy: Yuma Fire Department

Courtesy: Yuma Fire Department

YFD says this is to allow their ladder company to respond to lower-risk calls like medical assists, alarms and public service incidents.

YFD also says they will use the aerial ladder truck to respond to structure fires, rescues and other major emergencies.

Courtesy: Yuma Fire Department

In addition, this will help YFD minimize fuel consumption and enhance overall response capabilities while demonstrating their commitment to operational efficiency, fiscal responsibility and community safety.

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

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Marcos Icahuate

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) – An event will be held in El Centro for Veterans Day.

The City of El Centro, in collaboration with VFW Post 9305, will host a ceremony.

The ceremony is planned for Tuesday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at Bucklin Park Memorial Wall (1350 S. Eighth Street).

Veterans will be recognized for their courage and sacrifice for the United States.

Locals will gather to honor those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

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Karina Bazarte

BRAWLEY, Calif. (KYMA) – An elderly man was found dead at a business in Brawley Monday morning.

The Brawley Police Department (BPD) says the body of the 87-year-old man was found inside a business on Main Street and North Palm Avenue.

Officers say they were flagged down by a local to do a welfare check.

“Once officers arrived at the location, officers looked through the window and they saw an elderly man laying on the floor. Officers made entry to the business and located an elderly man that was deceased,” said Sgt. David Pham of BPD.

Police do not don’t believe foul play was involved but are still waiting on the coroner’s offices for a full report.

This case is still under investigation.

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Danyelle Burke North

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – An air conditioning unit caught fire in a Yuma home, according to Yuma Fire Department (YFD).

On Monday, November 3, at about 9 a.m., firefighters were called about a mini split AC unit fire in the area of South 11th Avenue.

Crews found a single-family home with smoke coming from inside and all its residents were safely outside.

Firefighters determined an AC unit inside the home was the cause, as it could have mechanical failure, improper installation or high-resistance electrical connection, according to YFD.

No injuries were reported and its residents returned to the home.

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Eduardo Morales

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Voters in San Luis will be voting on several things in Tuesday’s election, including Proposition 434.

If Prop 434 is approved, the San Luis mayor and council members would serve the public without compensation, also without benefits and travel allowances.

As of last Friday, almost 3,400 out of 12,000 registered voters have cast their ballots in Yuma County. 

In-person voting for the elections at the Yuma County Recorder’s Office closed Monday at 5 p.m, but you can still drop off your ballot at a drop box location.

Yuma County Recorder David Lara explains why this election, although it may be smaller, is still important.

“The little elections are probably just as important or maybe even more than national elections because this is local control, whatever happens here and now, parents, the local community, this affects us directly here and now, that’s why it’s important,” says Lara.

On Tuesday, San Luis residents will be able to vote in-person at the San Luis Medical Mall and the Yuma County Library in San Luis.

Salvador Tinajero, a San Luis local, answers a crucial question ahead of the election.

“Why is it important to vote? Because if you don’t vote then, you don’t have a voice. You’re vote is what counts,” said Tinajero.

Yuma County Recorder David Lara gives some insight into Prop 434.

“If you believe that those expenses are justified, then you’re going to vote for it. If you think those expenses are exceeding, you’re going to vote against it,” Lara says.

The Crane Elementary School District is also having an election as they’re looking for an override to improve security across the district. 

Crane voters will only be able to vote by mail.

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Karina Bazarte

IMPERIAL, Calif. (KYMA) – A terrifying moment for a family in Imperial County after a child discovered a needle inside a chocolate bar after trick-or-treating on halloween night.

The Imperial Police Department (IPD) says a father called saying his 12-year old child found a needle inside a fun size “Twix” candy bar.

Officers say the family went out for halloween on Friday near the area of Shoshonean and Canon Drive.

Law enforcement says the parents of the child checked his candy bag before the child ate a candy. Police say the parents did find some candy that were unwrapped and threw them away, but missed the Twix that had the needle inside

“On Saturday, November 1, the family was gathered inside of the garage to watch a baseball game, and the 12 year-old boy got his bag of candy, he went to unwrapped the bar and noticed that there was a needle sticking out… the father immediately grabbed the candy, contacted us,” said Sgt. Jeremey Schaffer with IPD.

IPD say they collected the candy for evidence and the case is still under investigation.

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Adrik Vargas

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) – Californians are gearing up to make a big decision in Tuesday’s Special Election.

Proposition 50 is on the ballot, a measure that aims to redraw the state’s congressional districts, similar to recent redistricting efforts in Texas.

As of Friday, about 15,000 Imperial County residents had already cast their ballots out of roughly 95,000 registered voters.

“It’s very important for everybody to come to vote, not to stay at home,” said Elizabeth L. Obeso, one of many voters who showed up early to make her voice heard.

Voters are split on the issue. Some say the measure could give California more representation, while others worry it would hand too much power to state politicians.

“I was reading the news and following all the comments. It’s important to have more seats here in California,” Obeso said.

“It doesn’t seem right to me, because you’re giving more power to the politicians instead of the citizens,” added Jesús Mayoral, another local voter.

Election officials say voting has been steady so far, with more expected to come in before the polls close.

“We have already processed all of the ballots that we have received in the mail thus far, and we’re ready to accept more,” said Linsey Dale, Imperial County Registrar of Voters. “We’re on target and on schedule.”

Dale also reminded voters to sign their vote-by-mail envelopes to make sure their ballots are counted.

“If you don’t sign it, it will be rejected,” she said.

About 25 polling stations will be open across the Imperial Valley from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Polls close Tuesday at 8 p.m., and that’s when the first results will start to come in. To find your polling place, visit the Imperial County Elections Office website.

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Manoah Tuiasosopo

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A special event in Yuma is honoring and supporting our Veterans and their families this week.

On Thursday, November 6, Arizona@Work will host its annual Veterans StandDown & Benefits Expo.

Veterans and their families can learn about a wide range of available benefits, including healthcare, disability compensation and employment opportunities.

The event, taking place at the Martin Luther King Jr. Center, located at 300 S. 13th Avenue, from 9:00 a.m. until noon, is free to attend.

The event is also a great chance for Veterans to connect with resources, especially if they’re impacted by the ongoing government shutdown.

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Joaquin Hight

WINTERHAVEN, Calif. (KYMA) – Fort Yuma Wellness Center held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday morning.

According to the center, the ceremony took place at 10:00 a.m., and this is for a new wellness facility on the Quechan Indian Reservation.

The new facility will feature a gym, conference rooms, and a kitchen. Diabetes Educator & Trainer Peter Escalanti shared how the new facility will aim to provide healthier and happier lives within the community.

Entry to the facility will be completely free thanks to a grant funding this new facility, and all communities are welcome.

The 8,500 square foot facility is expected to begin construction in the next two weeks, from Monday, November 3, and is planned to be finished within seven to nine months.

Their biggest hope for this new building is to provide better services to treat diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease.

Escalanti says that he is excited for the kitchen area of the facility, which he plans to open up for cooking demos.

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Skylar Heisey

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-Ariz.) is holding two campaign events in Yuma Monday.

According to a press release, the visit to Yuma is part of her Arizona First Tour, which kicked off over the weekend, with stops in cities like Tucson and Phoenix.

During the tour, Gov. Hobbs met with voters across Southern Arizona to highlight her first four years as governor of Arizona as well as share her plans if she’s re-elected.

The press release says Hobbs is participating in a roundtable discussion, taking place at Cafecito at 11:30 a.m., to highlight how the trade war is raising costs on everyday essentials, and how it’s hurting small businesses in the state.

Hobbs is joined by Charlene Fernandez, the chair of the Arizona Democratic Party, and farmers, the press release said.

Following this, Hobbs will be visiting Amberly’s Place later in the afternoon during her visit to Yuma.

Hobbs announced her run for re-election last month. There are also three Republicans running for governor, and they are Rep. David Schweikert, Rep. Andy Biggs and housing developer Karrin Taylor Robson.

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