The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission honored lives lost to homelessness at “The Longest Night,” service Thursday night. The event observes Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day, which is on the 21st. It’s recognized annually on the “longest night of the year,” this solemn day honors the lives lost to homelessness. Organizers said over 200 people facing homelessness lost
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There’s an uptick in Influenza cases in Riverside County. Coachella Valley health officials are reporting long wait times in hospitals and clinics. “We’ve seen a significant increase in Influenza A,” David Romness, MD Eisenhower Health said. Many patients said they’re searching for alternatives. Health officials recommend using telehealth services or visiting urgent care for mild symptoms to
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Parents across the country are on edge following Monday’s school shooting at Abundant Life Christian School, killing a student and teacher. Here at home, families are asking about safety measures in place throughout Coachella Valley schools. News Channel 3’s Shay Lawson is holding district officials accountable to see what’s being done locally to keep kids
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The Riverside County Sheriff’s Office hosted its annual Blue Light Ceremony to pay tribute to the 75 fallen peace officers across Riverside County according to the department. Organizers said it’s to remember and reflect upon the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their community. Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco
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With the holidays approaching, downtown Palm Springs businesses are gauging whether they’ll meet their sales goals for the season. National forecasts predict steady growth in retail shopping for the 2024 holiday season. Total holiday sales are expected to increase between 2.5% and 3.5% compared to 2023, reaching $979.5 billion to $989 billion according to the
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A new holiday tradition, “A Very Merry-Lyn Christmas,” will light up Palm Springs from December 13-15. Organizers are promising 3 nights of musical festivities. The event, presented by Musical Theatre University in partnership with the Palm Springs Unified School District and the City of Palm Springs, will feature nightly performances of holiday classics and beloved
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Ron deHarte was sworn in as the 25th mayor of Palm Springs at a City Council meeting on Thursday. Formerly mayor pro tem and representative of District 3, deHarte is now the city’s first openly gay Mexican American mayor. He is also the CEO of Greater Palm Springs Pride. His swearing-in comes at a time
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New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found drug overdose deaths in the United States fell 17% between July 2023 and July 2024. While the exact number of overdose deaths for 2024 has not yet been calculated, the trend shows a consistent drop throughout the year. Here in the Coachella Valley,
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It’s the holiday season and local officials say this is when burglaries tend to increase. About 1 million burglaries happen in the United States annually, with around 83,000 of them happening in December, according to a 2022 survey from Porch. Indio police are investigating a break-in at Johnson Photos on the 82000 block of Miles Avenue, where suspects
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Families searching for the perfect Christmas tree this holiday season may be in for a shock: prices are up. According to the American Christmas Tree Association (ACTA), Christmas tree prices have increased in 2024. ACTA says the average price of a real Christmas tree is up 10% more than last year. Aerni Family Christmas Trees,
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Over 50 residents attended the city of Palm Springs community meeting that addressed concerns about potential hate crimes and inclusivity following the election. The meeting, started at 4 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center in Oasis 3A. City leaders, including Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills and Mayor Jeffrey Bernstein addressed measures being implemented
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After over 40 years of service to the Indio Police Department, Benjamin Guitron is retiring from Indio PD. Community members, colleagues and city officials gathered Tuesday to honor Guitron’s legacy. Although stepping away from the badge, Guitron isn’t retiring from public service. On Wednesday, he begins a new chapter as a member of the Indio
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Residents are raising concerns about high-speed traffic and poor lighting along Vista Chino following a fatal crash Sunday night that claimed the life of a 72-year-old man. Local residents say the area is notorious for speeding and insufficient lighting, making it dangerous for pedestrians, particularly at night. “There’s a lot more traffic than ever coming
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The Thanksgiving travel rush is nearing its end as millions of Americans return home on one of the busiest travel days of the year. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) projects Sunday as one of the busiest travel days. The agency expects to screen more than 3 million people on Sunday, Dec. 1. Some travelers
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Shoppers across the Coachella Valley are supporting local entrepreneurs for Small Business Saturday. The day, nestled between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, highlights the importance of shopping small to bolster local economies. Small Business Saturday, started by American Express in 2010, has become a national movement encouraging consumers to think locally during the holiday shopping
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Hundreds of shoppers are taking advantage of Black Friday deals at Cabazon stores. Several told News Channel 3 it’s been a hectic shopping day filled with lines of hundreds of people. Some locals are taking advantage of the holiday rush. Esmeralda Mata said for 5 years, she’s turned her yard into a parking lot for
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The Desert Tennis Association (DTA) is once again partnering with AAP – Food Samaritans for the 31st Annual Palm Springs Open. The Palm Springs Open is an international tennis tournament that is happening Nov. 29 to Dec. 1. DTA is donating the proceeds from the upcoming tournament to AAP to support its food voucher program
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More people are traveling this Thanksgiving than ever. American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates 79.9 million travelers will go 50 miles or more from home over the holiday travel period. A record 71.7 million people will travel by car over Thanksgiving – an additional 1.3 million travelers compared to 2023 according to AAA. The average price
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As families across the nation gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, many are facing a stark reality: food scarcity. Over 47 million Americans will experience food insecurity this Thanksgiving according to Feeding America. Martha’s Village and Kitchen in Indio is stepping in to ensure no one goes without a warm Thanksgiving meal. The nonprofit is among numerous
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The Palm Springs city council is expected to, “prepare a draft ordinance amending Chapter 2.45, Human Rights Commission, of the Palm Springs Municipal Code,” according to the city council special meeting agenda on Thursday night. This would “rebrand” the Human Rights Commission (HRC) in its current form and replace the focus to a “Human Services
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