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Family and friends of Audrey Moran and Jonathan Reynoso received the news over the weekend, more than three years since they last heard from the couple. Three men are in jail and accused of murdering the couple. The men are Coachella resident Manuel Rios, Abraham Fregoso of Indio and Stockton resident Jesus Ruiz Jr. Moran’s
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Employees at two Ralphs grocery store locations in the Coachella Valley tested positive for coronavirus earlier this month, a spokesperson for the company confirmed to News Channel 3 on Monday. John Votava, director of corporate affairs for Kroger, told News Channel 3 that three employees at the Indio store on Jefferson Street tested positive for
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Riverside County has issued an order closing all bars without meal service, effective Tuesday, June 30 at 2:01 am. RivCo Bar Closing OrderDownload “People don’t social distance well after a couple drinks, and it’s one of the hardest environments to trace contacts in,” said Dr. Cameron Kaiser, Riverside County public health officer. “My hope is
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Fire near Tramway Road in Palm Springs A rapidly moving brush fire is burning south of Tramway Road in Palm Springs. Two firefighers were injured, one was hospitalized for heat exhaustion, according to the Palm Springs Fire Department. The fire was initially reported at around 11:15 a.m. It quickly grew to 10-acres. By 12:30 p.m,
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Riverside County reported 991 new coronavirus cases over the weekend, bringing the total number of cases to 16,634. Download the News Channel 3 app on Apple or Google Play to be alerted on major coronavirus updates and local breaking news. Over 222,000 patients have been tested and 7,667 patients have recovered from the virus. Riverside University Public Health System
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Now that Riverside County is ordering bars to close, News Channel 3’s Caitlin Thropay is speaking with local restaurants and retail stores to see if they think they’ll be the next. “I’m very concerned,” owner of Oscars restaurant and bar in downtown Palm Springs, Dan Gore told News Channel 3. “This is my income. This
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A College of the Desert student is speaking out after falling victim to a scam, in hopes other students don’t make the same mistake. Elidia Marquez says she lost nearly $3,000 after applying to a job that was sent out through the school’s online portal. Marquez says she was looking for a part-time job to
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“I feel like it was inevitable,” said Nico Muenoz, from Indio. Some bar owners in downtown Palm Springs are shutting down once again in response to coronavirus concerns. “You have to care enough about your employees and the community that you function within,” said Claudia Murphy, co-owner of Tonga Hut. “You have to care enough
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Sunday afternoon at 12:30 the Palm Springs Police department posted an announcement on Instagram indicating 14 officers are in quarantine after testing positive for coronavirus, or for being exposed to someone who has tested positive. The post reads in part: “14 Palm Springs police officers are currently quarantined at home due to an exposure and/or
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Riverside County Sheriff’s Department announced three arrests for the murders of Audrey Moran and Jonathan Reynoso, who have been missing since 2017. The three men were arrested for murder on Saturday, June 27th. Riverside Sheriff’s Department-Central Homicide Unit have arrested Manuel Rios, age 28 of Coachella, Abraham Fregoso, age 32 of Indio, and Jesus Ruiz
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KESQ News Channel 3’s Caitlin Thropay spoke to local KGAY radio host, Ben Patrick Johnson on his battle with the coronavirus. “I’m getting better every day,” Johnson told News Channel 3. “I’m almost back to normal,” he added. KGAY’s morning show host is sharing his experience after testing positive for COVID-19. “I wasn’t surprised because
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The Coachella Valley’s swimming community was mourning the death of a beloved swim teacher and friend Saturday. Helene Barker taught local children how to swim for decades. “One of her great moments was to watch her swimming with dolphins,” said Rocky Barker, a cousin. “She was at home, it was like she and the porpoises
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A Yucca Valley man is in jail and is accused of abusing a three-month-old boy. Phillip Candeleria was arrested after the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department was notified that the severely injured child was admitted to Loma Linda University Medical Center. Doctors determined the injury was not accidental and say it was caused by severe
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With hospitals full and coronavirus cases spiking in Imperial County, just south of the valley, people there are being urged to stay at home. Governor Newsom called on Imperial County officials Friday to “reinstitute” their stay at home order. The problem – it’s remained in effect since March 31. County leaders said they are pleading
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People across the Coachella Valley have been hearing illegal fireworks that have been set off on a regular basis, and police departments are responding. “It sounds like a crack..like crack…crack..crack,” said Warren from Palm Springs. “Repeated loud booms…booms… and there are some that are different that are like quick sets of pops,” said Ashton Blake.
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Lawmakers and hospital officials are sounding the alarm, Riverside County’s intensive-care capacity is nearing 100 percent. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with the chief medical officer at Eisenhower Health, Dr. Alan Williamson. Peter: Today, Congressman Ruiz posted that Riverside County’s total ICU usage is at 94 percent, 25 percent COVID-19 patients, which is dangerously
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Tom Nolan has resigned as executive director of the Palm Springs International Airport, a position he held for 13 years. Nolan accepted a job as president and CEO of the Sanford Airport Authority in Orlando, Florida, according to Al Jones, Chairman of the Palm Springs International Airport Commission. According to Jones, Palm Springs International Airport
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The California Highway Patrol – Indio Station released the description of a vehicle wanted in connection with a deadly hit-and-run collision that occurred on June 13 in Mecca. The crash was reported at 8:50 p.m. in the area of 66th Avenue and Date Palm Street. A pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect
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The Imperial County Board of Supervisors held an emergency meeting and press conference Friday evening to discuss Governor Newsom’s recommendation to the county to reinstate the stay-at-home orders. During Friday’s address, Governor Gavin Newsom said the state was recommending that Imperial County reinstate its stay at home order, the first county to have to do
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A wildfire burning north of Highway 371 in Anza is up has grown to 45 acres. As of 6 a.m. on Saturday, the fire is 75 percent contained burning 55 acres. Cal Fire aircrews were called to help establish fire retardant lines to prevent the flames from approaching several properties on the Cahuilla Indian Reservation.
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