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Adrik Vargas

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A fight during an adult softball tournament in Yuma left one man seriously injured and another under arrest.

Officers responded Saturday night to the Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex after a large fight broke out between two teams.

In court, the judge shared one man punched another man during the fight, causing a fractured orbital bone and a fractured nose.

The suspect was arrested Monday on one felony count of aggravated assault and temporary disfigurement. His bond is set at $50,000.

The suspect is expected to be back in court Thursday to see whether formal charges will be presented.

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Lauren Duffel

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) was in Yuma for a rally Tuesday as he runs for Arizona state governor.

Rep. Biggs spoke to Yuma voters Tuesday, telling them the city of Yuma plays a major role in securing the governor’s seat.

“I try to understand the issues that are happening down here, and Yuma will be, you know, just a priority for us. I mean, it’s an important economic area, important food security area,” Biggs said.

Biggs is one of the top contenders for the position as we head into the primary.

The Yuma County Republican Party held their monthly meeting tonight where he and other guest speakers had the opportunity to talk about how they plan to make improvements to Arizona and its cities.

“We need some governors who know how the system works, but we also know how the state system works so we can begin reverting back to what we used to be a true federalist system, where the states actually are the ones that put a check on the federal government, and we don’t get owned by the federal government,” Biggs said.

Biggs advocates for protecting Arizona’s water rights and urges the release of federal drought mitigation funds, while supporting infrastructure projects to expand the region’s water supply.

“I’m here trying to elevate not just my candidacy, but also to elevate Yuma’s importance to this administration, the Trump Administration, but particularly the Bureau of Reclamation, so we get a better deal, a fairer deal with regard to water,” Biggs said.

He says he wants to give more power to the states so that they can act as a check on the federal government.

“We’ve seen over the last four years, under this administration, I’m talking about Katie Hobbs’ administration, we’ve gone from being a top five in job growth again, from the top five in affordability, and we’re now in the bottom five in both. And this is the type of thing I think we need to acknowledge,” Biggs said.

Biggs says he wants to work across the aisle in both the state and at the federal level

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Marcos Icahuate

EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA) – A block party is coming to El Centro for the 4th of July.

The party is planned to be held the El Centro Aquatic Center (540 Park Ave) from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

There will be a DJ, foam parties, contests, and more.

This year’s event is expanding along Park Avenue as a block party celebration.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA COUNTY, Ariz. (KYMA) – Fire crews have now reached 70% containment after the Mittry Fire burned 184 acres.

The fire is near Mittry Lake, east of the Colorado River and adjacent to Yuma Proving Ground.

U.S. Wildland Fire Service Resources remain on scene as firefighters continue working to fully secure the area.

Officials say smoke may still be visible over the next few days as interior hot spots continue to burn.

Crews are expected to remain on scene through the week.

At this time, there are no road or boat ramp closures, but fire managers are asking the public to avoid the area while operations continue.

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Manoah Tuiasosopo

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A major investment in agricultural innovation could soon help position Yuma as a global leader in ag-tech development.

The Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture, in partnership with the Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation and the University of Arizona Yuma Agricultural Center, has received a $300,000 federal planning grant to study the creation of a new agricultural technology business incubator in Yuma.

The proposed incubator would provide startup companies with a dedicated space to build, test, and validate new agricultural technologies before bringing them to market.

Organizers say the project builds on Yuma’s reputation as one of the nation’s most important agricultural regions. During the winter months, the area produces nearly 90% of the country’s leafy greens.

Tanya Hodges, Executive Director of the Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture, says the region currently lacks a dedicated space where emerging ag-tech companies can develop and test their ideas locally.

“There’s not a space for young startup companies to come in and work and test and get validated out of the ag center,” Hodges said. “The planning grant will do assessment to see if in fact there is a need, so potentially building some space at the Yuma Ag Center for AgTech companies to come and do business in Yuma.”

Leaders involved in the project say the long-term goal is to attract companies from around the world to test agricultural innovations in Yuma’s desert climate and eventually invest in the local economy.

If the planning phase proves successful, organizers say the partnership could pursue up to $3 million in additional funding to help bring the incubator project to life.

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Dillon Fuhrman

INDIO, Calif. (KYMA) – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says Border Patrol agents at the El Centro Sector’s Indio Station are conducting immigration enforcement across the Coachella Valley.

According to a press release, Indio Stations agents have arrested hundreds of undocumented migrants in the U.S. since January of this year.

CBP says among the undocumented migrants arrested had prior criminal convictions, which includes:

Two for murder

nine for sex offenses

49 for driving under the influence

23 for inflicting corporal injury or assault

19 for drug charges

14 for grand theft and burglary

During those arrests, CBP says the agents also seized “substantial quantities” of methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl and other narcotics, which they say disrupts “the flow of illicit drugs into the region.”

In addition, CBP says the agents apprehended more than 250 people unlawfully in the U.S. who have commercial driver’s licenses, and says the agents continue to pursue undocumented migrants throughout the region, “prioritizing public safety over sanctuary policies.”

“The Premier Sector continues to deliver full spectrum immigration enforcement,” said Acting Chief Patrol Agent Daniel I. Parra. “Whether it’s human smuggling, drug trafficking, or removing dangerous offenders from our communities, Border Patrol agents remain committed to protecting the American people and securing our nation.”

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Dillon Fuhrman

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – Imperial Irrigation District (IID) says they have donated their Mobile Command Center to the Imperial County Sheriff’s Office (ICSO).

According to a press release, this is to help “strengthen regional emergency preparedness, support local incident management, communications, data processing, and coordination across all field operations during emergencies and public safety operations.”

“Our cooperative effort reflects our shared interest in responsibly managing public resources,” said Karin Eugenio, Chairwoman of the IID Board of Directors. “When an asset is no longer needed by the District, we look for great opportunities, such as this one, to ensure that the resource can continue to benefit the community.”

IID says the center was deemed to be a surplus to their operations, and says they reached out to ICSO and Imperial County to ensure the unit remains in service to the public.

“This is a practical example of how local agencies can work together to keep public resources active and serving residents,” said IID Director Alex Cardenas.

IID Board of Supervisors Peggy Price also said the transfer supports “coordinated emergency operations across departments and jurisdictions.”

“Partnerships like this strengthen public safety and emergency readiness for residents countywide,” Price said. “We appreciate IID’s collaboration and commitment to ensuring this resource continues serving the Imperial County community.”

ICSO Sheriff Fred Miramontes said the center will help support ICSO’s operational needs during emergencies, disasters, and large-scale incidents requiring on-site coordination.

“With the donation of the Mobile Command Center, the Imperial County Sheriff’s Office and the Imperial Irrigation District will significantly strengthen collaboration, reinforcing the importance of interagency coordination and regional emergency preparedness throughout Imperial County,” Sheriff Miramontes said. “The Mobile Command Center will improve incident coordination during disasters and large-scale emergencies while enhancing communication among the Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department, IID, and mutual-aid partners.”

The formal transfer took place last Thursday, with IID handing the keys to the center over to Miramontes.

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Marcos Icahuate

SAN LUIS, Ariz. (KYMA) – An ice cream parlor is opening locally.

Taco Rolls Ice Cream PR is opening on May 29, 2026 at Eddie’s Food & Drink (4492 E County 24th St. San Luis, AZ 85349).

The parlor is being put together by the Arizona Western Entrepreneurial College’s Small Business Development Center.

A gift will be given to the first 50 people.

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Dillon Fuhrman

CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA) – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says officers at the Calexico Port of Entry seized handguns, magazines and ammunition earlier this month.

According to a press release, it happened on May 9 during an outbound vehicle inspection when officers referred a 35-year-old woman, a U.S. citizen driving a 2014 Honda Accord southbound to Mexico, for secondary inspection.

During the secondary inspection, CBP says officers used a nonintrusive inspection system and a K-9 unit alerted them to the vehicle’s rear bumper.

CBP says officers removed 18 packages from the rear bumper as well as six drum magazines from the rear driver-side door, and once they opened the packages, officers found six handguns, 12 magazines and nearly 1,900 rounds of ammunition.

“Thanks to their vigilance and dedication, our officers discovered and seized multiple handguns, magazines and ammunition concealed for illegal transport into Mexico before they could reach criminal organizations,” said Calexico Port Director Roque Caza. “Their commitment to border security is vital in disrupting the unlawful flow of weapons and protecting communities on both sides of the border.”

Following this, CBP says officers seized the firearms, magazine and ammunition while also arresting the driver, who is facing federal prosecution.

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Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma community is invited to attend a concert featuring Latin Soul and R&B next month.

“Tierra: The Legacy Continues” is happening at the Historic Yuma Theatre on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m., and is presented by Michael Moreno and RDD Productions.

During the concert, attendees will listen to artists such as Tierra, who will perform “Together” and Going to Find Her,” Rocky Padilla and Richard Bean of Malo, with local Yuma ban Carbon Copy serving as the opening act.

VIP tickets are $60 while general admission tickets for lower level seating are $40 and general admission tickets for balcony seating are $30. To purchase the tickets, click here.

For those who purchase VIP tickets, this includes front seating and meet and greet with Tierra and Richard Bean.

The concert will go until midnight. For more information about the concert, call 928-750-6003.

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