Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
Good morning, Yuma.
At 7:38 p.m. on June 5, Yuma firefighters responded to a call after a 2-year-old girl drowned in a home pool in Yuma's midwest area—she received CPR at Onvida Health before being flown to a Phoenix hospital while YPD continued investigating the incident.
Six people were arrested by the Imperial County Sheriff's Office in connection to the murder of Jacob Sims—23-year-old missing from Yuma whose remains were found in a bonfire in Winterhaven on November 15—with charges including murder, torture, robbery, aggravated kidnapping and conspiracy.
Yuma school districts are offering free summer breakfast and lunch to kids 18 and under at various schools — the program helps ease meal costs and lets students get familiar with campus life.
Adelita Grijalva is touring nonprofits and service hubs in Yuma as part of her campaign for Arizona’s 7th congressional district, saying local residents need safe neighborhoods and better services.
She will continue to listen to concerns about bumpy roads, transportation, and postal service issues + work to build trust with voters.
Los Huracanes Del Norte Live Concert
8-10 p.m. — Quechan Casino Resort — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Los Huracanes Del Norte in an exciting live performance.
Summer Block Party
2-6 p.m. — Yuma Civic Center — Free food and activities — Celebrate summer with healthy living, live music, and fun for all ages.
Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
June 24-26 — Yuma Catholic High School — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve your basketball skills and confidence at this high-energy youth camp.
4th of July Spectacular
6-10 p.m. — Desert Sun Stadium — Free family event — Celebrate Independence Day with an exciting fireworks show and community fun.
4th of July Freedom Celebration Featuring Kumbia Kings
7 p.m. — Joe Orduño Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music and community festivities.
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