KYMA •

Doctor accused of sexual abuse appears in court, pleads not guilty

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Dr. Edsel Sandoval, aged 36, made his first court appearance Thursday before Judge Roger Nelson. Sandoval pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against him. During the court hearing, a victim stepped forward and read aloud a statement detailing the impact of the alleged abuse. "I switched therapists. I’ve been instituted for overdosing twice after. It’s not okay… he was well aware from the very beginning," the victim said. The Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC)
KYMA •

Murder suspect released, not formally charged

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A 21-year-old Yuma man booked for first-degree murder will be out of custody after the state didn’t file any formal charges against him. The man was arrested on Friday, February 23 for the murder of 18-year-old Iza Granillo. Still, lots of questions are left unanswered. But for now, this second suspect is a free man. Yuma County deputies said the victim was found shot in a vehicle earlier this month. This after he crashed, the likely result of being shot. In court
KYMA •

Woman formally charged for fatal shooting

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The young woman accused of murdering a man near Somerton made her second court appearance on Wednesday. 21-year-old Maribel Ornelas has been formally charged with second-degree murder and aggravated assault. The victim was found in a car with gunshot wounds by authorities. “The suspect and the victim were not in the same vehicle," said Tania Pavlak, Yuma County Sheriff's Office Public Affairs. The woman is also being charged with transportation of narcotic drugs fo
KYMA •

New community park project takes shape in east San Luis, Arizona

SAN LUIS, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A long-awaited project is finally seeing progress on the east side of the city of San Luis, Arizona. The construction of a new park, spanning 18 acres, started in 2020. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the project was put on pause. Now, the city plans to see its completion in the coming years. The community park is located on County 24th Street and San Fernando Street, next to Fire Station Number Two. The city is currently working on the construction of t
KYMA •

Suspect arrested in connection with fatal shooting in Somerton

SOMERTON, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 21-year-old woman for the investigation of a fatal shooting incident that happened in Somerton and appeared in court Friday. The 21-year-old was identified as a suspect in the case by the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO). On February 15, she was arrested and booked into the Yuma County Detention Center. On Friday, she learned she's facing one count of first-degree murder and one count of narcotics drugs for sale
KYMA •

Governor Katie Hobbs addresses Yuma County in State of the State speech

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Governor Katie Hobbs will deliver the State of the State speech tailored specifically for the region. The event will provide insights into the current state of affairs, accomplishments, challenges, and forthcoming plans that directly impact the residents of Yuma County. The speech is important to the community because it offers a platform to address local concerns, celebrate achievements, and outline strategies for continued progress. Community leaders, business rep
KYMA •

Opening day of the 79th annual Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The 79th annual Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo kicks off Friday at the Yuma County Fairgrounds. Since 1946, the Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo has been held on the second weekend of February, becoming a tradition in the community. This event draws competitors from far and wide, eager to showcase their rodeo skills. Thomas Garcilazo, known as "Charro on the road," comes all the way from Texas and is making his first appearance at the Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo. He performs with his nin
KYMA •

Failed recall for President of GESD board

SAN LUIS, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The President of the Gadsden Elementary School District #32 Board recently faced a possible recall election that challenged his position on the board. But we've learned the recall didn't gather enough signatures to move forward. The recall initiative was led by local resident Mark Concha, who petitioned for Luis Márquez's removal from the district. Concha had 120 days to collect 777 signatures from eligible voters within the district. Concha collected almost 90
Load More Articles