Yuma Police Officers prevail in apparant ambush

Yuma, Arizona - Last night, at approximately 10:26 p.m., Yuma Police Officers checked out with graffiti in the area of 22nd Street and Madison Avenue.  Two male subjects, from across the street, yelled at the officers then started shooting.  Officers returned fire and the suspects fled on foot.  Both suspects were located and taken into custody.

Battle of the Bands lineup set; tickets are on sale now

Yuma, Arizona - This September, five Yuma bands will square off at a live performance for a shot at a $5,000 winner-take-all cash prize. You are invited to witness the performances and help select the champion.

August is Drowning Impact Awareness Month

Yuma, Arizona - August is Drowning Impact Awareness Month. Children 4 years old and younger are at greatest risk for drowning. There are a few basic steps to reduce this risk, we call the ABCs of drowning prevention:

Drive by Shooting 300 block of S. 17th Avenue

Yuma, Arizona - This morning, at approximately 5:16 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 300 block of S. 17th Avenue, in reference to shots fired.

Arizona Arts Commission awards $22,000 Community Investment Grant to Yuma Art Center

Yuma, Arizona - The Arizona Commission on the Arts is awarding a $22,000 Community Investment Grant to the Yuma Art Center, as part of a $2.65 million allocation from the State of Arizona's budget to boost arts and culture throughout Arizona.