Luis Avila

At a time when many bake cakes and cookies for winter holidays, U.S. egg prices are rising as an intensifying bird flu outbreak has killed millions of the nation’s laying hens. Rising cases of bird flu have caused shortages and food insecurities in shoppers. According to the FDA, 5% of all egg-laying hens have been

The City of Indio held a special ceremony on Thursday to mark the 100 year anniversary of Shields Date Garden, a cornerstone of Indio’s history and culture. Shields Date Garden has been a key landmark and an integral part of Indio’s identity since 1924 and is known for its world-famous dates along with the film,

College of the Desert broke ground on its new athletic complex, bringing long-awaited upgrades to the school’s sports facilities. The ceremony took place on the football field at the 50-yard line. Student athletes say this is a “touchdown” for the school’s athletic program. The event was attended by school officials, local leaders and players from

During Tuesday’s PSUSD board meeting, two Cathedral City High School students claimed a teacher was drunk and others nowhere to be found when a student suffered a medical emergency. This all occurred on a trip to Disneyland last month, November 3, for an ASB leadership conference. The students were accompanied by their two teachers and

The City of Palm Desert hosted a special event Wednesday, featuring the Traveling 9/11 Memorial Painting, a tribute to the lives lost and heroic efforts of Sept. 11, 2001. The event included a live demonstration by the painting’s custodian, who delivered the artwork to Fire Station 33. Fire Chief Beverlin, city leaders, local first responders, and community

Lights and sirens activated. Local law enforcement on a mission to spread joy to those who also keep the community safe — healthcare workers. From Indio to Palm Springs, Eisenhower to Desert Regional, officers paraded through the valley to show their appreciation. Local healthcare workers say they appreciate the community coming together to cheer them

A number of residents are reporting that they’ve seen what look to be drones in different areas over the Coachella Valley. News Channel 3 has received a number of photos and videos. Skip Fredricks, drone program professor at Grossmont College, says there are strict regulations on drones and this minimizes any misuse. “A lot of

“Sick season” is here, viruses are circulating. According to a Riverside University Health Respiratory Dashboard, the county is seeing an uptick in influenza emergency visits. There have been about 5,000 visits since October, up nearly 3%. Officials predict that to go higher. Meanwhile, COVID and RSV related visits remain stable. For more information, click here.

One person was left displaced after a fire destroyed a home in Palm Desert Tuesday afternoon. Firefighters said the home was a complete loss. There was concern about the weight of the solar panels on the roof. That weight can pose a danger in a collapse situation. Solar panels can present other complications during firefighting operations.

Palm Drive, a major corridor into and out of the Desert Hot Springs, but also a major problem for drivers. Five accidents have occurred on Palm Drive in Desert Hot Springs recently, four of those within the past two weeks. Just Wednesday, a two-car crash on Palm Drive and 20th Avenue just past 1PM, impacting

Continuing coverage on an investigation into Coachella Valley Unified School District teacher, Carissa Carrera. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department had announced its investigation discovered allegations of misuse of funds to be “unfounded,” but Carrera remains on leave Dr. Frances Esparza, CVUSD superintendent, says Carrera will remain on administrative leave “until the case is closed and

Pets in Recovery is a local free fostering service for pet owners who enter treatment centers. Created by Ken Moses, the idea came to him after losing a friend to an overdose; Moses was in a desperate search to find temporary foster care for his friend’s dogs who had entered detox and treatment. He ended the

The 25th Annual Memorial Golf Tournament is underway at the Indian Canyons Golf Resort. This year, the golf tournament is honoring Community Service Officer Nick Griego, who was killed in a motorcycle crash Thanksgiving Day. All proceeds from the event will be dedicated to supporting the Griego family. The Palm Springs Police Officer’s Association hosts

Following a shooting in Coachella on Wednesday, near a tree lighting event, News Channel 3 is speaking with local police departments to find out what they’re doing to keep crowds safe during holiday events. Lieutenant Gustavo Araiza with PSPD says his department is equipped to handle any holiday gatherings. “When something like this happens in

The City of Indio and Indio Police Department announced the launch of “DRIVE SMART: Drive Safe, Arrive Safe,” a new initiative designed to improve traffic safety and create safer streets for all Indio residents and visitors. The program encourages the community to join in promoting safe and responsible driving, aimed to reduce traffic-related injuries and

Many shoppers on Black Friday avoided the malls and stayed home to shop online. According to NPR, shoppers spent a record $10.8 billion online Friday, up 10% from last year. On the other hand, in-store traffic was down 8.2%. Shoppers were more willing to line up at stores with deep discounts, at least 40%. In

A case of the ‘Grinch that stole Christmas’ at the Brava community in Palm Desert. Their Christmas wreaths were stolen, ripped off the entrance gates last week. The community installed new ones following the theft, but the same person attempted to do it again Monday night. Security cameras managed to catch the suspect and his

A hiccup in the Downtown Plaza Theatre restoration project, the Palm Springs City Council voted 4-0 last week to approve a resolution of necessity of Kalura Trattoria’s patio, which is the first step in acquiring the property through eminent domain.  The restaurant is located next to the theater. The city says it needs to widen an existing 10-foot easement

Students hoping to attend college or trade school starting fall 2025 can now submit applications for financial help.  The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, FAFSA, helps students receive grants, scholarships and other forms of aid to attend institutions of higher education. According to the California School Dash Board, all three Coachella Valley school district saw

Addressing food insecurity many college students face. It’s an increasing problem that impacts them in and out of the classroom. According to the National Institutes of Health, a survey of over 100 colleges showed that 45% of students experience food insecurity. College of Desert has food pantries at its Palm Desert and Indio campuses, where