KESE-TV (Yuma, AZ)

KESE-LP is a low-power television station affiliated with Telemundo, broadcasting on UHF channel 35. It is licensed in Yuma, Arizona, and also serves the nearby area of El Centro, California. This station is owned by the News-Press & Gazette Company and is a sibling to KECY-TV, which is a Fox/ABC/CW+ affiliate licensed in El Centro (channel 9). Additionally, NPG runs KYMA-DT, a dual CBS/NBC affiliate licensed in Yuma (channel 13), through a shared services agreement with Cox Media Group. All three stations operate from studios located on South 4th Avenue in downtown Yuma, while their advertising sales office is situated on West Main Street in El Centro. The transmitter for KESE-LP can be found southeast of Yuma.

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English, Spanish

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#370142

United States

#85130

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#3346

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Lakers fall flat in Game 1 as Timberwolves steal playoff opener in L.A.

5 days ago | kyma.com | Samuel Kirk

New today at 10:10 PM Published April 19, 2025 10:43 PM LOS ANGELES (KYMA/KECY) - The playoffs opened with a thud for the Los Angeles Lakers, who were outpaced, out-shot and out-hustled in front of their home crowd in a lopsided 117-95 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. In what was supposed to be Luka Doncic’s big playoff debut in a Lakers uniform, it was Minnesota’s Jaden McDaniels who stole the spotlight.
D-backs drop second straight in Chicago, struggle to slow Cubs' bats

5 days ago | kyma.com | Samuel Kirk

New Published April 19, 2025 10:38 PM CHICAGO, (KYMA, KECY) - The Arizona Diamondbacks couldn’t recover from an early Chicago surge Saturday afternoon, falling 6-2 to the Cubs at Wrigley Field. After a solo home run by Corbin Carroll gave Arizona a brief 1-0 lead in the top of the first, the Cubs responded with six unanswered runs across the first two innings.
Padres drop another tight one to Astros

5 days ago | kyma.com | Samuel Kirk

New Published April 19, 2025 10:10 PM HOUSTON, (KYMA, KECY) - The Padres came into Saturday night looking to bounce back after a tough one-run loss on Friday. But, walks haunted San Diego’s pitching staff again, this time opening the door for the Astros to rally for a 3-2 win at Daikin Park. It's the second straight close loss in Houston, and just the second time this season the Friars have dropped back-to-back games.
AWC’s Edwin Suarez Earns Spot in NJCAA All-Star Game

5 days ago | kyma.com | Samuel Kirk

New today at 3:10 PM Published April 19, 2025 9:58 PM Sophomore forward becomes third straight Matador to earn NJCAA All-Star honorsYUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Arizona Western College standout Edwin Suarez is heading to Las Vegas next month, selected to represent the Matadors in the 2025 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Men's Basketball Coaches All-Star Game.
Sunny Skies and Warmer Days Ahead for Yuma and Imperial Counties

5 days ago | kyma.com | Samuel Kirk

Updated today at 3:11 PM Published April 19, 2025 3:16 PM YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - After a brief round of windy and cooler weather, calmer conditions are moving in across Yuma and Imperial Counties this weekend. Saturday will stay a little cooler than normal, with high temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s. That’s thanks to a storm system that moved through Friday, bringing gusty winds and a few spotty showers to the region.
Community Golf Tournament Raises Nearly $3,000 for Somerton Senior Center

5 days ago | kyma.com | Samuel Kirk

New today at 2:21 PM Published April 19, 2025 3:09 PM SOMERTON, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY-TV) - The greens were buzzing with excitement Saturday morning as local golfers hit the course for a cause. A community golf tournament at Cocopah RV & Golf Resort brought together 13 teams, all swinging for a shared goal: supporting the Somerton Senior Center.
Recent Plane Crashes Raise Concerns, but Experts Say Flying Is Still Safe

6 days ago | kyma.com | Samuel Kirk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY-TV) - A string of deadly plane crashes across the U.S. has sparked fresh concern over air travel safety, with some Yuma residents admitting they’re feeling uneasy about booking their next flight.
Yuma’s Hotel Boom Brings Jobs, Growth and Community Impact

1 week ago | kyma.com | Samuel Kirk

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Yuma is quickly becoming a hotspot for hospitality growth, outpacing the national average when it comes to hotel development—and it’s not just about tourism. The number of hotels in the Yuma metro area has jumped more than ten percent since 2019, with nearly 40 hotels now open for business. That number is expected to grow, according to local tourism officials.
NBC 11 Sportscast: Kofa softball routs Yuma

1 week ago | kyma.com | Chas Messman

Kofa softball routs Yuma, Antelope loses fifth straight and more!YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Kofa softball lights up the scoreboard and beats Yuma by mercy rule. Antelope baseball falls to Salome for their fifth straight loss. San Luis hosts a track meet. A former Division One athlete returns home to Yuma to coach track at Kofa. BE PART OF THE CONVERSATIONKYMA KECY is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. Please keep your comments respectful and relevant.
CBS 13 SPORTS: Gila Ridge dominates the track

1 week ago | kyma.com | Luis López |Luis López

The Hawks' boys and girls track and field teams with a big day in San Luis, important games on the diamond, and how one local athlete is helping the next generationYUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Gila Ridge track and field dominates against other local teams in San Luis, two big games on the diamond, and the former Hawk helping the next generation of athletes in Yuma, all in Wednesday's sportscast.