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Dillon Fuhrman

SOMERTON, Ariz. (KYMA) – Caballeros de Yuma hosted the 2026 Bull of the Desert Strongman Competition over the weekend.

The annual competition took place Saturday at the Cocopah Resort & Casino at 9:00 a.m., and featured five of the following events:

Three-Leg Medley

Wagonwheel Axel Deadlift

Fingal Fingers

Vehicle Pull

The Atlas Stones

This year’s competition featured 43 participants from not only Yuma, but from Phoenix, California and Quantico, Virginia.

“I think any time that we can bring more people in that aren’t familiar with Yuma and what Yuma has to offer…with where Yuma is situated between Phoenix and San Diego, I think any time that we can bring people into that it’s gonna help us out as a community,” said Jacob Reeves, Chairman of the Bull of the Desert.

To see the results for this year’s competition, click here.

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Paul Vozzella

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals across Yuma County took a trip back to the past for Wild West Days Saturday.

From stunt shows to live country western music, the event, which took place at the Yuma Territorial Prison at 9:00 a.m., gave attendees the chance to dive into the wild west culture.

With activities and entertainment for all ages, it always draws a big crowd.

Over 1,500 people traveled to the prison for the event and helped celebrate its 150th anniversary.

“The Yuma Territorial Prison is the epitome of old West, so what better than to have a wild west days here, and I think the whole community really loves to come out and attend an event like this,” said Cathy Douglas, Executive Director for the Yuma Crossing National Heritage Area.

The event wrapped up at 5:00 p.m. Proceeds from the event will go to the prison’s maintenance and preservation.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals across Yuma County attended the Two Rivers Renaissance Faire 2026 this weekend.

The three-day event kicked off Friday at the Yuma County Fairgrounds, and featured a variety of activities, performances, food and drink vendors, and more.

Eleanor Lee, Executive Director of the Two Rivers Renaissance Faire, shared how this fair differs from other renaissance fairs.

“Our fair is quite unique. We are a small fair. We are one weekend fair. We are a family fun fair. We have a ton of activities, but we also have a lot of our local community. So, we have 105 volunteers this year from all around Yuma,” Lee explained.

Saturday’s event, which runs from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., features an LED and fire show at the main arena.

The third and final day of the fair will take place Sunday at the fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. To purchase tickets for that day, click here.

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Madeline Murray

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals held another peaceful protest against ICE Saturday morning.

Protesters stood on the corner of S. Fourth Avenue and W. 16th Street, holding signs together in solidarity to speak out against the actions of ICE agents.

Protesters said they were out there to help make the community aware of what’s happening in the world around us.

One protester, Darlene Irwin, explained why it’s important for them to take action.

“It shows visibility to the administration, to our local leaders, that people care, and that we’re not just sitting back there saying, ‘Hey, it’s okay. It’s alright. We just believe everything you say.’ We need local people to show that it’s not right and it’s not okay,” Irwin expressed.

Irwin also said they are out there every Wednesday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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Eduardo Morales

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The suspect from a hit-and-run in Yuma last weekend appeared in court for the second time Friday.

24-year-old Saul Angulo Hale is facing three of the following charges:

Aggravated assault

Criminal damage for allegedly crashing a Honda Civic into a light pole

Failing to remain at the scene of an accident

Hale is accused of hitting a victim and a light pole with his car Sunday night near Gila and First Street. While he did initially leave the scene, Hale turned himself in two days later.

Hale’s bond has been lowered to $50,000, and he will be back in court on February 6.

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Manoah Tuiasosopo

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Locals are mourning the loss of a longtime pillar in the Yuma community.

In a social media post, Lute’s Casino announced the passing of Bill Lutes on January 23, sharing how he was “half of the creative force that transformed the family pool hall into one of the most unique restaurants Yuma has ever known.”

The restaurant thanks everyone whose shared their stories and condolences saying, “He had 88 great years and would appreciate all of your kindness.”

Lutes was 88-years-old.

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Eduardo Morales

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A man facing three counts of first-degree murder appeared back in court Friday.

43-year-old Ivan Osuna was in court for a pre-trial conference. Osuna is accused of murdering three people in September 2022.

All three murders were discovered on the same day, with one of them happening near S. Mohave Lane and W. Eighth Street in Yuma.

Meanwhile, the other two were discovered in a rural area north of Somerton.

His last trial ended earlier this month with a hung jury, meaning the jury could not come to a decision.

Osuna’s next trial is set to begin February 18.

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Adrik Vargas

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A busy intersection in Yuma is shut down Friday morning due to a major sinkhole.

Yuma Police Department (YPD) reported on social media at the intersection of 32nd Street and Fourth Avenue extension near the old Sears.

According to Yuma City sewage workers, the hole is about 20 feet deep.

YPD says the intersection is closed off and advises drivers to try to avoid the area.

No injuries were reported.

Workers are investigating more on what caused the sinkhole.

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Madeline Murray

YUMA COUNTY, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma County Health District (YCHD) wants to warn the community about cases of the whooping cough going around.

During this season where illness continues to spread, it’s important to know what symptoms to look out for and how to prevent yourself from getting sick.

“Pertosis is also known as whooping cough, and it’s a respiratory infection, that is contagious, and it’s because it’s caused by a bacteria named Bordetella Pertussis,” says Cynthia Espinoza, YCHD Epidemiologist.

The whooping cough is contagious and can spread through respiratory droplets when someone coughs or sneezes.

It can start with a regular cold, but after a week the cough can get very severe and can be followed by vomiting or the classic whoop sound.

Espinoza says, “It is suspected to see more cases around this time of the year, that said, it’s something that we take very seriously, because pertussis can become dangerous for kids.”

One local, James Rodriguez, shares how they prevent getting sick.

“When the winter season comes around, it’s normal when things like that happen, especially for me, so I do a lot of aromatherapy, and a lot of essential oils,” says Rodriguez.

The health district adds a couple ways to avoid contracting the virus.

“The main thing is stay up to date on vaccinations, know your vaccination status, stay home if your sick,” explains Espinoza.

If you are experiencing a cough for more than a week, the health district advises the community to contact your healthcare provider.

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