Making a Difference: 1st Bank Yuma
YUMA, Ariz- “Like we got the Human Society Fur Ball, Amberly’s Place, Food Bank…When they have their special projects, let’s help them advertise it and help them get their message out,” says Jeff Byrd...
View ArticleJury rules in favor of the City of Yuma against Diamond Brooks Bottled Water
YUMA, Ariz. – A case that has gone on for years is finally closed—leaving the City of Yuma victorious in their fight against Diamond Brooks Bottled Water. The jury returned the verdict in favor of the...
View ArticleKSWT Exclusive: “Yuma’s Most Wanted” 09/02/16
YUMA, Ariz. – This week on “Yuma’s Most Wanted” we begin with the arrest of Todd Alan Nelson, he was originally convicted for the attempted possession of narcotics. He was set to be featured in this...
View ArticleYuma: homicide victim’s family speaks out
YUMA, Ariz. – In a chilling incident, police say a Yuma woman was stabbed to death by her own husband. Today their children are speaking out for the first time. “She was a very loving person. She was...
View ArticleCommunity gathers to protest Dakota Access Pipeline
YUMA, Ariz. – Local community members are taking part in a historical movement as they protest a massive oil pipeline in the Midwest. The protests happening around the nation, are trying to stop a 3.8...
View ArticleNew poll shows that Arizona residents oppose U.S.-Mexico wall and mass...
YUMA, Ariz. – Illegal immigration: It’s an ongoing topic of discussion brought into the spotlight by the upcoming presidential election. A new Arizona Republic poll shows that more than half of Arizona...
View ArticleKSWT Exclusive: “Yuma’s Most Wanted” 09/09/16
YUMA, Ariz. – This week on “Yuma’s Most Wanted” we begin with the arrest of several fugitives we featured for you. Police arrested Jose Morales, Anthony Dement, Eli Cade Herrera and Esteban Ramirez,...
View ArticleSpeaking with the “creepy” clowns
YUMA, Ariz. – It’s a national phenomenon that took the Desert Southwest by storm, several people dressing up as clowns and roaming city streets day and night. The situation has brought a good laugh to...
View ArticleHaitian and African arrivals continue in Mexicali
CALEXICO, Calif. – The Calexico Port of Entry continues to see an increase of Africans and Haitians. Authorities are trying to figure out what is causing so many to leave their home countries. Among...
View ArticleNew Yuma human trafficking task force holding first meeting
YUMA, Ariz. – The sex trade, a crime hidden in the shadows most often using young girls for profit has claimed victims around the world and right here in the Desert Southwest. “It’s human slavery…It...
View ArticleTwo victims shot; YCSO looking for three shooters
YUMA, Ariz. – Gun fire rattled the 900 block of South Dora Avenue Wednesday afternoon. The suspects are still on the loose. The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office says the suspects are to be considered...
View ArticleKSWT EXCLUSIVE: “Yuma’s Most Wanted” 09/16/16
YUMA, Ariz. – Since we brought you “Yuma’s Most Wanted” last week the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office arrested Tonya Darcie Martinez, she was originally convicted for the attempted promotion of prison...
View Article1 arrest after shots fired leads to barricade situation
YUMA, Ariz. – “I heard a gunshot earlier and then the microphone from the cops and was like what the hell?” Yuma resident Jeremy Gillette is describing the moment law enforcement rushed into his...
View ArticleSuspect in weekend standoff identified
YUMA, Ariz. – The Yuma Police Department has identified Jesus Nieto as the man they say was held up in an apartment on Avenue B and 4th Place Friday night. YPD tells us he was only arrested for 2...
View ArticleYuma residents concerned over rat infestation
YUMA, Ariz. – Yuma resident Conrad Amavisca says his neighborhood near Eighth St. and Ave. B has been infested with rats. “My neighbors next door have rats, neighbors across the street, a lot of...
View ArticleResidents surprised to see local Radio Shack closed
YUMA, Ariz. – Yuma residents are surprised to see the Radio Shack on 4th avenue and 16th street all closed up and out of business. Tina Alozo and Joseph Serna say they have brought their kids to this...
View Article7th annual Yuma homicide victim’s vigil
YUMA, Ariz. – It was an emotional Thursday evening at the Yuma Main Library. Dozens of people, many who lost loved ones due to homicide, gathered to grieve for the loss of local homicide victims and...
View ArticleKSWT Exclusive: “Yuma’s Most Wanted” 09/23/16
YUMA, Ariz. – Since we brought you “Yuma’s Most Wanted” last week there have been several fugitives taken into custody. The San Bernardino Police Department arrested Rickford Jackson who was on the run...
View ArticleExplosion at historic Lee Hotel, investigation continues
YUMA, Ariz. – Repairs are underway at the historic Lee Hotel after an explosion knocked out a portion of the wall in the back of the building. The incident occurred around 1 a.m. Friday. The Yuma Fire...
View ArticleLocal political figures and voters weigh in on presidential debate
YUMA, Ariz. – “I don’t think that was one of his best if I were Donald Trump I would want a redo on this one”, a strong admission from Yuma County Supervisor Russ Clark who has openly been supporting...
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