Palm Springs City Manager David Ready announced his retirement effective December 31, 2020. Ready has been the city manager of Palm Springs since 2000. He’s seen the city continue to grow into a major tourist destination over the past 20 years. “Serving the residents of Palm Springs has been an honor and a privilege. I
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A spokesperson with the Twentynine Palms Marine Base confirmed to News Channel 3 that all personnel involved in a mid-air crash during a training exercise are back with their units. The crash between an F-35B fighter jet and a KC-130J tanker plane occurred on Thursday at approximately 4 p.m. Details: Military jet clips cargo plane
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The pandemic has made school districts and teachers rethink the way they’re giving tests. The temptation for students to “cheat” when it comes to online learning is a challenge educators are facing everywhere. “From a parent perspective it’s all about having that conversation with your student,” said Ethan Fieldman, CEO of Study Edge. His company
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Power is back for IID customers in La Quinta and Thermal According to IID, at one point there were 3,537 customers without power. Power was restored at around 12:30 p.m. We are experiencing a power outage in La Quinta, Thermal affecting 3,537 customers. Estimated restoration time is unknown. Thank you for your patience as we
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The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Coachella Valley reopened for child care in recent weeks, but President and CEO Quinton Egson said they’re taking things slow to prevent coronavirus spread. Egson said he’s received countless calls from long-time volunteers inquiring about when they’ll be able to come back and help out at the clubs.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so a lot of people, businesses, and agencies will be wearing pink to support the cause. The Indio Police Department is going all out to raise awareness, transforming one of its police units into the “Pink Unit.” The newly revamped “Pink Unit” vehicle hit the streets for the first
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A swarm of small earthquakes hit Southern California’s Imperial Valley on Wednesday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The largest yet measured a 4.9 magnitude. Now, an expert said aftershocks or even a larger quake could be felt in weeks to come. Hundreds of small earthquakes rattled Westmorland homes Wednesday afternoon. “Wow, 200 is that…wow
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October’s Coachella Valley Spotlight Recipient is Family YMCA of the Desert. Family YMCA of the Desert is a nonprofit that puts Christian principles into practice through programs that help build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. They offer childcare, art, basketball, flag football, other kinds of sports and fitness to the community. Family
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We tied the previous record of 100 degree days, and we’ll continue to add to that record for another few days (or more). Highs today will again soar to near 110, and there are Heat Warnings and Advisories from the I.E. to the Coast and up and down California. Temperatures will climb to the 110s
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It’s officially October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Desert Regional’s Comprehensive Cancer Center is lit up in pink to honor breast cancer survivors and remind people of the importance of getting an annual mammogram. The center is once again offering “Mammo Mondays,” where they are open with extended hours (8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) to accommodate
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