We’re taking an in-depth look at a local non-profit that helps to solve crimes. Valley Crime Stoppers has been instrumental in solving many crimes in the valley. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with the organization’s president, Greg Hough about how it works. You can reach Valley CrimeStoppers at 760-341-7867. Tips can remain anonymous and you
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Riverside County District Attorney Mike Hestrin is asking voters to focus on his public-safety record in light of recent criticisms from his opponent, Superior Court Judge Burke Strunsky in an interview with Peter Daut earlier this week. Hestrin joined Peter Daut for an in-depth interview.
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Indio 5th grader Aubrey Anaya just won the NFL’s “Play 60 Super Kid Competition.” The 11-year-old Dr. Carreon Academy student was surprised with the announcement during Good Morning America Wednesday morning. Anaya will attend and be recognized during the second half of the Super Bowl LVI on Sunday February 13 in Los Angeles at SoFi
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California has made improvements when it comes to tobacco control in the state, but a new report from the American Lung Association says Riverside County and the Coachella Valley, have some major improvements to make. None of the valley’s nine cities received a passing grade when it comes to their tobacco control and all of
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The newly named Acrisure Arena in Thousand Palms continues to move forward. On Wednesday, officials revealed the arena’s name and revealed other plans as completion nears. Check Out: Coachella Valley arena will be named the Acrisure Arena Acrisure, a Michigan-based financial services company, agreed to a 10-year naming rights deal with developers Oak View Group.
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Coachella Valley residents will join others worldwide this Thursday in remembering holocaust victims. A local observance will be held this Thursday starting at 1:00 p.m. at Palm Desert’s Civic Park. Organizers say this year’s ceremony will be especially meaningful in light of recent anti-semitism. News Channel’s Peter Daut spoke with the director of the “Mensch
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The organization “Safe Schools Desert Cities” works to empower local LGBT youth, offering scholarships and financial assistance awards. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with the organization’s president, Eric Ornelas, about the work they do. To learn more visit: https://www.safeschoolsdc.org/
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Construction began on Monday on a pipeline project in Indio affecting traffic on Miles avenue. The 3,700-foot long water pipeline is being constructed on Miles Ave from Monticello Avenue to Sedona Drive with completion expected in March. The goal of the project is to increase water pressure in the area. The project was originally slated
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Riverside County Superior Court Judge Burke Strunsky announced he plans to challenge incumbent County District Attorney Mike Hestrin in the upcoming election. Strunsky says the county is facing a “public safety crisis,” and accuses Hestrin of mismanaging a ballooning budget of taxpayer dollars. Strunsky has served as a judge at the Justice Center in Indio
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On Tuesday, Ron deHarte officially announced his intention to run for city council member in Palm Springs. He is running to represent District 3, which is currently represented by Geoff Kors. Last week, Kors announced he would not seek re-election. deHarte joined News Channel 3’s Peter Daut for an in-depth conversation about his decision to
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Last week, Geoff Kors announced he would not be running for re-election in the Palm Springs City Council. Kors was first elected in 2015. He was re-elected in 2019 in the city’s first-ever district-based election. Kors spoke with News Channel 3’s Peter Daut about his future, the changes happening at the city council, and who
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The American Express PGA golf tournament is returning to La Quinta from January 19-23. It will feature some of the world’s top golfers with concerts and fans in the grandstands. But what about the recent surge in covid cases and what do attendees need to know? Pat McCabe, the tournament’s executive director, said everyone must show
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The thunderous noise of hundreds of protestors forcing their way into the US Capitol Building one year ago, lives vividly in the memory of Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz. That day, he and other house members were directed to grab gas masks and watched as capitol police blockaded them inside the House Chamber. “There was a
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The valley’s only epidemiologist says Covid infections are on the rise, affecting all ages. The percent-positivity has more than doubled in the last few weeks. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke in-depth with Dr. Patricia Cummings from Eisenhower Health.
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President Joe Biden announced his plan to get the omicron variant under control. This includes free at-home testing kits for all Americans, increased support for hospitals under strain, and a redoubling of vaccination and booster efforts. So what does the president’s message mean for Riverside County? News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with Dr. Shunling
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The Palm Springs International Film Awards has been canceled by event organizers but the festival itself is still on. The screening portion of the Palm Springs International Film Festival will take place from January 7 through January 17, 2022. Proof of vaccination and the wearing of a mask will be required. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with
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Riverside County is reacting to the state’s new indoor masking requirement. Monday afternoon, Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly announced that the state will issue a universal statewide indoor mask mandate. It begins on Dec. 15 and will last until Jan. 15. Full Details: California issues statewide masking mandate through Jan. 15 Riverside
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