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09/15/2026

Yuma Edition: Alexa De Santiago, Mexican Consulate in Yuma, Fiestas Patrias tonight

In this past episode of Yuma Edition, we sit down with Alexa De Santiago, community affairs and economic development coordinator for the Mexican Consulate in Yuma, to discuss the services the consulate provides for Mexicans living in Yuma County, its role in the local community, and the upcoming Fiestas Patrias celebration happening tonight.

In this episode of Yuma Edition, we sit down with Alexa De Santiago, community affairs and economic development coordinator for the Mexican Consulate in Yuma, to discuss the services the consulate provides for Mexicans living in Yuma County, its role in the local community, and the upcoming Fiestas....

09/15/2026

Part 2 of our Biosolids series is now up!

What are the potential public health concerns surrounding biosolids, and what are Yuma County residents experiencing?

Civic Engagement Reporter Carmen
Márquez speaks with experts about potential health concerns, and we hear from local residents.

Reporter: Carmen Márquez
Illustrations: Saghey Barcenas

09/15/2026

On today’s episode of Yuma Edition, we kick off Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the culture, history, and contributions of the Hispanic community across our country and in Yuma.

Our special guest, Vicente Guerrero, an agriculture student at Arizona Western College, joins us to share his story of resilience and what his Hispanic heritage means to him.

09/14/2026

The Somerton/Cocopah Fire Department says crews responded to a collision involving a truck and a backhoe loader at Avenue D and County 15th Street around 12:20 p.m. Monday.

According to a press release issued today, one person was taken to Onvida Health in stable condition, while a second person declined transport.

The Yuma County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the collision.

09/14/2026

Part 2 of our Biosolids series is now up!

What are the potential public health concerns surrounding biosolids, and what are Yuma County residents experiencing?

Civic Engagement Reporter Carmen Márquez speaks with experts about potential health concerns, and we hear from local residents.

Reporter: Carmen Márquez
Illustrations: Saghey Barcenas

This is the second part of “The Cost of Waste,” a three-part series exploring the debate over biosolids in Yuma County, where residents raise concerns about possible health and environmental impacts while officials and workers defend the practice’s safety.

09/14/2026

In today’s episode, we speak with Faith Rodriquez, Media Operations Director for Nativisions, and Melani Rodriquez, the festival’s Social Media Director. They share what audiences can expect from this year’s Nativisions Film Festival, how the festival has grown over the years, and its role in showcasing Indigenous stories and filmmakers. The festival is free and open to the public. Find more details here : nativisions.com

09/12/2026

Arizona Edition: AG Mayes on AgTech cut, Republican candidates in Yuma

By Carmen Márquez, Victor Calderón, Sisko J. Stargazer, Alexandra Rangel

On this week's show, Attorney General Kris Mayes speaks to KAWC about ending state land leases for biosolids, Yuma Republicans meet statewide candidates and more.

On this week's show, Attorney General Kris Mayes speaks to KAWC about ending state land leases for biosolids, Yuma Republicans meet statewide candidates and more.

09/11/2026

"Arizona is not California’s dumping ground”: AG Mayes on Yuma biosolids fallout

By Carmen Márquez

KAWC spoke with Attorney General Kris Mayes on the termination of state land leases for AgTech LLC in Yuma County and what is next.

KAWC spoke with Attorney General Kris Mayes on the termination of state land leases for AgTech LLC in Yuma County and what is next.

09/11/2026

On today’s episode of Yuma Edition, we sit down with special guest Crystal Bedoya, a San Luis native living with multiple sclerosis. Crystal shares her personal journey with MS and discusses her advocacy work, raising awareness and supporting others in the MS community.

09/11/2026

AgTech responds to decision to end Yuma Co. lease, vows to protect operations

By Carmen Márquez

This story is developing. KAWC will interview Attorney General Kris Mayes Friday morning. Stay tuned to KAWC for the latest information as we receive it.

This story is developing. KAWC will interview Attorney General Kris Mayes Friday morning. Stay tuned to KAWC for the latest information as we receive it.