Kingman AZ Local News Brief
Health Alert: Measles Cases Surge in Mohave County Mohave County continues to grapple with Arizona’s most severe measles outbreak in years, now reporting 137 confirmed infections statewide for 2025, including 133 local cases. Health officials urge unvaccinated residents to seek immunization amid holiday gatherings, emphasizing the virus’s high contagiousness in community settings. Holiday Festivities Light … Read more
Chilly Winter Day Ushers in Holiday Cheer Residents of Kingman awoke to a crisp December morning, with temperatures dipping to around 37°F under partly cloudy skies. Expect highs near 51°F this afternoon, accompanied by light winds and a slim chance of scattered showers—ideal for cozy indoor festivities or bundled-up outdoor strolls along historic Route 66. … Read more
Weather Expect a mild winter day with highs near 58°F and lows dipping to 35°F under partly cloudy skies. Light winds from the northwest at 5-10 mph could stir up some dust along Route 66, but no major disruptions anticipated for holiday shoppers or travelers on I-40. Local Government & Economy The Kingman City Council … Read more
Weather Expect a cool, rainy day with highs around 47°F and a 70% chance of light rain (up to 2 inches possible). Winds from the ESE at 17 mph. Dress in layers and watch for slick roads on I-40. New Marshalls Store Opens Today: The highly anticipated grand opening of the new Marshalls department store … Read more
Infrastructure Upgrades Underway City maintenance teams kicked off pothole repairs at the bustling Gordon Avenue and Bank Street intersection this morning, running from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Expect brief lane shifts and mobile traffic management as crews smooth out the rough spots for safer drives. Economic Spotlight: Steel Boom Nucor’s cutting-edge $100 million melt … Read more
Weather Snapshot Kingman experienced a chilly but moist start to the week, with Tuesday’s temperatures peaking at 55°F and dipping to 45°F amid 0.4 inches of rainfall, according to National Weather Service data. Localized flooding occurred in low-lying areas, providing much-needed hydration to the desert landscape after a drier previous year. Expect partly cloudy skies … Read more
Weather After a crisp yesterday with highs of 58°F and lows near 40°F under clear skies, today brings mild highs in the low 60s and light winds—ideal for outdoor errands along the desert corridors. City Council Tackles Growth and Regulations Kingman officials are gearing up for a pivotal meeting tonight, where leaders will review proposed … Read more
Kingman Area Weather Overcast conditions dominated with chilly temperatures, highs peaking near 58°F and lows around 47°F from the previous day, carrying trace rainfall into early morning. Expect similar cool, unsettled patterns today with scattered showers possible and overnight dips to the mid-40s°F, prompting locals to bundle up for any outdoor plans. Community Observance Today … Read more
Weather Clear skies prevailed with mild temperatures, following a rainy spell the day before. Highs reached around 70°F, dipping to 53°F overnight, accompanied by light precipitation of about 0.02 inches. Residents enjoyed a crisp autumn day ideal for outdoor activities. Local Highlights Enthusiasts gathered at the Kingman Railroad Museum for the Fall Model Train Show, … Read more
Highway Horror on I-40 Near Kingman A harrowing collision unfolded on Interstate 40 between Kingman and Las Vegas when a semi-truck, operated by a non-English-speaking driver allegedly holding an invalid commercial driver’s license, slammed into the rear of a father-son duo’s vehicle at highway speeds. The impact propelled the victims’ truck nearly half a mile … Read more
