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Fire crews contained an attic fire at a home in Palm Desert today,  displacing seven residents, fire officials said.    The blaze was reported shortly after 7:15 a.m. in the 40300 block of Sagewood Drive, according to a statement from the Riverside County Fire Department. It took firefighters less than two hours to extinguish the flames

Two hikers were rescued from the Pushawalla Palms Trail, north of Thousand Palms. The call came out at around 9:30 a.m. this morning on the trail, which is located just off Thousand Palms Canyon Road. Authorities said one of the hikers was in need of medical aid. The hikers were airlifted off the trail. They

Over the weekend, Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law banning all plastic bags at grocery stores starting in 2026. Consumers who don’t bring their own bags, will be asked if they want a paper bag. This isn’t the first time the state has banned plastic bags. In 2014, Governor Jerry Brown signed a plastic bag

Disturbing details are emerging from the U.S. Border Patrol as multiple cases of suspected child smuggling and trafficking were discovered near the Coachella Valley. News Channel 3 anchor Karen Devine spoke with Gregory Bovino, the chief Border Patrol agent from the El Centro Sector about how they were able to determine three young children were

Suicide rate in the Coachella Valley exceeds the county, state and country, according to a Desert Healthcare District and Foundation report in 2021. Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, and Desert Hot Springs have the highest rates. Suicide is the 10th largest cause of death nationally. Here in the valley there are about 19.4 suicides for every

After a one-week delay due to the nearby Line Fire, Oktoberfest festivities have resumed in full swing, drawing eager crowds ready to enjoy the event.  The annual festival held in Big Bear, known for its authentic German beer and live music, was postponed last weekend as firefighters worked to contain the blaze. Organizers praised the

Check Out: Resources for those impacted by three major SoCal wildfires(Includes interactive evacuation maps & shelter information) 9/22/24 Update 6:48 p.m. There was minimal activity in the Line Fire Sunday, however there was some smoldering and flare-ups. Temperatures will climb in the early part of the week, then another cool-down is expected.  There have been

Hispanic Heritage Month is in full swing until October 15. The month long celebration is aimed at highlighting Latin American culture and the contributions of the Hispanic community.  The Coachella Valley has a rich Hispanic community, and notable Hispanic leaders that are making a difference throughout the desert cities.  We’re learning more about Sensei Tamara