The Riverside County District Attorney’s Office hosted the first of two candlelight vigils for victims of violent crimes at Palm Desert Civic Center Park Tuesday night. The names of the victims who died because of violent crime were read and candles were lit to remember them. District Attorney Mike Hestrin spoke to attendees alongside
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Three pups made some waves at the Palm Springs Surf Club during a packed Coachella-themed event at the new Palm Springs water venue. Sugar, Kiwi, and Titi brought their skills to the event, riding side by side on one surfboard, organizers think this may be the first time this has occurred. @sugarthesurfingdog They gave each
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An autopsy was pending today on a 53-year-old inmate found dead in his cell at the Smith Correctional Facility, though authorities said his death did not appear to be suspicious. Mack Luther Price of Riverside was discovered not breathing in cell No. 70 of Housing Unit 16 at the Banning jail about 8 p.m. Friday,
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News Channel 3’s in-depth coverage continues into the Desert Hot Spring’s Police department’s use of force policy. Our investigation into the matter was sparked after a video circulated online of an arrest that stirred controversy in the community. We first reported on the arrest last week and shared reaction from the woman who captured the
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Passover is a significant time for many Jewish families. It is a time to come together with family and recount the story of the exodus from Egypt while eating a special meal called the seder. Rabbi Steven Rosenberg from Temple Isaiah, the Jewish Community Center in Palm Springs is hosting the largest synagogue-based Passover seder
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Earth Day is a great time to consider how you can help out our planet. Whether it be by picking up a piece of trash on the side of the road, or committing to using more sustainable items, here are a few ways you can celebrate Earth Day at home. Consider supporting local businesses that
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The California Highway Patrol is investigating a hit-and-run incident that left a person hurt in Palm Desert. Officers say a man was hit by a driver just around 9 a.m. Monday, on the eastbound lane of Varner Road, west of Washington Street. When officers arrived, they saw the man on the road with major injuries.
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Desert Hot Springs Police is investigating a shooting after a man was found injured Sunday night. The shooting happened just before 7 p.m. on Palm Drive near San Diego Drive. When officers arrived they found a 19-year-old man shot in his lower body with non-life injuries. Police say, the incident did not take place inside
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This month, La Quinta City Council members unanimously approved the early design plans for their new cultural campus. You can watch the full city council meeting here. The campus, which will serve as an extension of the La Quinta Art Museum, will include an archival building, learning and entertainment spaces and art installations. “We’ve really
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Sunnylands Center and Gardens in Rancho Mirage hosted it annual Family Day event on Sunday morning. The public was invited to explore the desert ecosystems, plants, and animals in a fun-filled day here in the Coachella Valley. The event ran from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and parking and admission were free all day. Families
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By Cindy Von Quednow and Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Los Angeles (CNN) — A 29-year-old man has been charged with burglary in connection with a break-in at Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ official residence that happened over the weekend while the mayor, her daughter, son-in-law and newborn grandson were inside, prosecutors said Tuesday. Ephraim Matthew Hunter faces felony counts of burglary and
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All eyes tonight on local American Idol contestant, Abi Carter. She performed Saturday evening, singing her heart out to ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.’ The performance was received well by the audience, competitors and judges, earning Carter a spot in the ‘Top 12.’ If you’ve been following her journey, you know Abi Carter is from Indio,
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The city of Coachella presented Latin Grammy Award winning singer, Carin León with the key to the city. The ceremony has become an annual tradition of sorts during festival season. Our crews were there to capture the ceremony and a special performance by León for Coachella residents. Thousands of fans were in attendance at Coachella
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In honor of Earth Day, Palm Springs Public Library is giving away free potted spider plants. Visitors can get their plant from the reference desk from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, April 22. One plant is available per person while supplies last. The Palm Springs Public Library is located at 300 S. Sunrise Way,
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The annual festival ends today after two full weekends of performances by artists on star-studded stages in the desert. The festival has attracted thousands of people of all ages who have come together to enjoy music from different genres and participate in various activities. One of the festivalgoers revealed that they have been attending the
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A group of Desert Hot Springs High School students are using their skills to create 3D models of water resources around the city. The students are all part of the ‘Renewable Energy Academy of Learning’ at Desert Hot Springs High School, and it was created in an effort to bring awareness to water conservation efforts
Continue Reading2:00pm Update: Indian Canyon is now open, Vista Chino and Gene Autry at the wash were opened earlier Saturday morning. 11:00am Update: PSPD says Gene Autry Trail now open, Vista Chino opened earlier Saturday morning. Indian Canyon Remains Closed. North Indian Canyon Drive and North Gene Autry Trail were closed through the Whitewater Wash Saturday morning
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We’re halfway through music festival season. Coachella Weekend 2 is underway and Stagecoach is still on the way next week. Tens of thousands of music lovers are in the valley to see their favorite artists. Music lovers from across the globe are making their way into the Empire Polo Grounds to watch their favorite artists.
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News Channel 3 is going in-depth into the Desert Hot Springs police use of force policy. This comes after a video circulated on social media, causing a stir in the community. News Channel 3 has obtained a copy of the cellphone video from the woman who filmed it. We should warn you that some will
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The Home Depot Foundation, in partnership with 365 Connect, is repairing and upgrading the Coachella Valley Horse Rescue (CVHR) sanctuary. “We are laying vinyl LifeProof flooring inside their main office,” says Katie Bertoldi, the La Quinta Home Depot store manager. “We put insulation in there to keep the veterans cool when they’re in there. We
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