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

Television

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#327509

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#79314

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#3137

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Tips on how to better ensure your car does not catch on fire

2 days ago | kyma.com | Eduardo Morales

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - In the previous three days, there has been a minimum of three vehicle fire in Yuma, now the Yuma Fire Department and a local mechanic share some advice on how to help prevent this from happening. “That’s why those lights were made you know, as soon as they pop up you have to bring it into the shop that way we can inspect it and make sure everything is okay," said Isaac Garcia. Garcia is the owner of Garcia Automotive and Tires Shop.
Dirty South BBQ House hosts soft opening in Yuma

2 days ago | kyma.com | Manoah Tuiasosopo

Updated today at 3:27 PM Published June 26, 2025 3:30 PM YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Where there's smoke, there's flavor!Dirty South BBQ House held it's soft opening in Yuma on Thursday. Their menu includes award winning barbeque ribs, sandwiches, classic sides, date shakes, and more. They also have a vintage boutique inside the restaurant where locals can check out some stylish clothing. The owner Angela Birchall is an award winning pit master.
Local strongman set to compete at the 2025 Santa Monica Classic

3 days ago | kyma.com | Manoah Tuiasosopo

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Yuma is home to Arizona's Strongest Man and this weekend he's getting ready to test his might. We spoke with Kelly Howell about his preparation and mindset ahead of this year's Santa Monica Classic. The 6'1, 260 pound strongman has been flying past his competitors at numerous local and regional powerlifting competitions. Howell says "My last three competitions went really well. I won all three of them. So, I'm sitting good, feeling good, and feeling strong.
A new Director of the Department of Agriculture has been confirmed

3 days ago | kyma.com | Eduardo Morales

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - After nearly two years, Paul Brierley has been confirmed as the new Director of the Arizona Department of Agriculture. “You know ultimately what drives me is keeping agriculture viable,” Brierley says. As the director he will oversee many things like inspections, licensing, and ensuring that both the food and workers are safe.
Alzheimer's Association to host town hall in El Centro

3 days ago | kyma.com | Miriam Cristal Ordonez

By Miriam Ordonez, Dillon Fuhrman New today at 1:39 PM Published June 25, 2025 1:53 PM EL CENTRO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - The Alzheimer's Association is hosting a town hall in El Centro Thursday. The event will bring together local health leaders and community members to discuss dementia care and support in Imperial County where 15% of residents over 65 are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
Deja Foxx's 'Crashout or Congress' Tour comes to Yuma County

3 days ago | kyma.com | Dillon Fuhrman

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Arizona Congressional District 7 candidate Deja Foxx is coming back to Yuma County this week as part of her "Crashout or Congress" Tour. According to a press release obtained by KYMA, the tour made stops in Avondale, Bisbee, Douglas and Nogales. "This race is about who's willing to fight for the people who've been left behind. So I'm hitting the road and taking this campaign straight to every corner of our district," said Deja Foxx.
Highlighting how growing wheat keeps the soil healthy

4 days ago | kyma.com | Eduardo Morales

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Wheat is a rotation crop that is grown locally to break up the cycle between growing the same crop every season. It allows for different fertizilers to be introduced to keep soil health high. But aside from selling the product, Anthony Gallardo, a research technician at the local U of A Cooperative Extension, shares why this crop is so beneficial.
Incendio forestal en Tecate sin controlarse

4 days ago | kyma.com | Carolina Garcia

New Published June 24, 2025 2:25 PM Mexicali, Baja California (t3).- Ardua ha sido la labor de bomberos de todo el estado, luego de que desde la semana pasada tomara más fuerza el incendio forestal que se registra en la zona montañosa, más de 200 bomberos trabajan para sofocarlo, cerca de 26 son provenientes de Mexicali. Apenas ha sido controlado en un 50 por ciento hasta este martes.
Two firefighters injured in house fire in Heber

4 days ago | kyma.com | Abraham Retana

By Abraham Retana, Dillon Fuhrman New today at 2:06 PM Published June 24, 2025 2:12 PM HEBER, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - The Imperial County Fire Department (ICFD) continues to investigate a fire which destroyed a mobile home and two trucks. The fire happened Monday afternoon on Fawcett Road near Dogwood Road in Heber. The fire started with two trucks full of clothing and spread to a mobile home and into an agricultural field. One family was displaced.
Rural Metro responds to RV park fire

4 days ago | kyma.com | Eduardo Morales

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - Rural Metro Fire has responded to an RV park fire late Tuesday morning. The fire took place at Yuma River RV Park, located in the area of E. County 5 1/2 Street, near Levee Road. According to a reporter on scene, the fire looks like it's just about out. KYMA will keep you updated on this developing story.