In-Depth

Last week, we learned about the National Weather Service and how the meteorologists there work day and night to keep Americans safe across every inch of the country. First Alert Meteorologist Spencer Blum is taking an in-depth look at how recent government staffing cuts and proposed budget cuts could impact the agency monitoring the land,

The National Weather Service is comprised of 122 Weather Forecast Offices, which work day and night to monitor local weather conditions for every inch of the United States. This is in addition to 9 additional specialized offices, such as the National Hurricane Center and the Storm Prediction Center, which monitor hurricanes and severe weather, respectively. 

A new chapter in wildlife rescue and rehabilitation is about to begin in the Coachella Valley. The Desert Wildlife Center is just days away from its grand opening. But before that happens, News Channel 3’s Peter Daut got an exclusive sneak peak of the new, state-of-the-art facility in Indio, which officials are calling a “game

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Homeless Navigation Center has now been open for more than a year. So far, hundreds of people have used the new homeless resources. And as News Channel 3’s Peter Daut discovered, demand is so high the facilities are operating at full capacity. Victoria Scuro is the first

October is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s no secret that younger generations are open about their mental health and the struggles they may face. But for Gen X and baby boomers, talking about trauma and feelings can be taboo.  “We never talked about anything outside of the house, you know, all of our family stuff stayed in the

Earlier this week, News Channel 3’s Peter Daut shared his experience aboard the USS Somerset, and highlighted some of the training. He also took an in-depth look at the warship’s namesake, and its connection to United Flight 93. Poignant reminders of Flight 93 can be found throughout the Somerset: on every deck there are photos,

Voters throughout the Coachella Valley will be asked to decide the fate of Measure AA on November’s ballot.  If approved, Measure AA will authorize the Desert Healthcare District to enter into a $646,231,750 30-year lease-to-purchase agreement with Tenet Healthcare for Desert Regional Medical Center. If not renewed, the current agreement for Tenet to operate Desert Regional ends in

City and business leaders in Blythe are upset as they begin to deal with the consequences of their second largest employer being closed. The state has removed all inmates from Chuckawalla Valley State Prison an is in the process of locking it up for good. The move is already being felt by local businesses and

Questions continue to grow about what’s in the air around the Coachella Valley following last August’s Tropical Storm Hilary. A meeting will be held Thursday where local, regional, and state leaders will focus on those questions and search for potential solutions. The meeting is set to bring together local representatives from local cities, tribes, and Riverside County along with the South Coast