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The American Express and The Mickelson Foundation, who run The American Express PGA Tour golf tournament in La Quinta, donated $1.1 million to local charities today from funds accumulated from last January’s tournament. The tournament’s non-profit arm donated the funds to 36 charitable partner organizations local to the desert valley, according to event organizers. “The
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Gas prices hit an all-time record high in California for the second day in a row Monday. Prices soared to a statewide average of more than $4.68 per gallon. Just one day before, on Sunday, they broke the previous record from back in 2012. Elizabeth Kretz was filling up Monday night at the cheapest spot
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It’s that time of year again, when the California Highway Patrol is asking for your help brightening the lives of children in need. On Tuesday, Nov. 16, the CHP’s Indio office, which patrols the Coachella Valley, is kicking off the annual CHiPs for Kids toy drive. If you would like to donate, you can donate any
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With coronavirus cases rising again nationwide and the holidays approaching, adults are encouraged to get their booster shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. “You can come in and get a booster regardless of any comorbidities, disease or your age,” said Lindsey Valenzuela, Associate Vice-President, Population Health Integration, Desert Oasis Healthcare. Any adult in California can now
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Update 11/16/21: Police confirmed the woman has been safely located. Original Report: The Indio Police Department is asking for the community’s help in finding an 18-year-old woman missing since October 2, 2021. Abigail Bautista was last seen leaving her home on Sierra Avenue with her belongings at approximately 7:00 p.m. on Oct. 2. She is
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If you’re planning to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday this year, you may want to get your shopping done as soon as possible. Some of those staple Thanksgiving items are at risk for shortages as the supply chain issues continue across the country. “The prices are way up,” said Coachella Valley resident Darlene Bjork. “I was
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Penélope Cruz will be honored at the upcoming Palm Springs International Film Festival. Cruz will receive the International Star Award, Actress at the Palm Springs International Film Awards her performance in “Parallel Mothers.” The Film Awards will take place in-person on January 6, 2022, at the Palm Springs Convention Center, with the festival running through January
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A 32-year-old man remains behind bars after a suspected DUI hit-and-run crash over the weekend in Coachella. The crash happened Sunday at around 6:49 p.m. near the area of Van Buren Street and Avenue 48. Viewers told News Channel 3 that the crash happened right in front of Rancho Las Flores Park. Deputies were called
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The father of a 15-month-old toddler who died of a fentanyl overdose has now been charged with murder. Adler Metcalf, 22, of Jurupa Valley was initially was charged only with child endangerment following the death of his son. The Riverside County District Attorney’s office added a murder count during Metcalf’s court appearance on Monday. John
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The Morongo Band of Mission Indians began their annual turkey giveaway on Monday. For three days, Morongo will be giving away 13,500 turkeys to 106 pre-selected churches, charities, and nonprofit groups from across Southern California. On Monday, Morongo gave away 1,500 turkeys to several organizations, including some from the Coachella Valley. Monday giveaway: Coachella Valley
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Synchrony Bank has agreed to pay $3.5 million to settle a lawsuit that alleged the bank harassed residents throughout the state with debt collection calls, it was announced today. The case, brought by a coalition of California district attorney’s offices, including Riverside County, alleged the Utah-based company and its agents used call centers both in
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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens will be hosting the International Desert Conservation Summit this Saturday. The second annual summit will be held virtually on Nov. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with 10 guest speakers from Kenya, South Africa and the U.S. discussing the summit’s theme of “Restoring Rhinos.” Conservation is a global
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By JOSH BOAK WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden signed his $1 trillion infrastructure deal into law Monday on the White House lawn, hailing it as an example of what bipartisanship can achieve. The president hopes to use the law to build back his popularity and says it will deliver jobs, clean water, high-speed internet
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Palm Springs International Airport will be adding non-stop flights to Edmonton International Airport in Canada through Swoop, a Canadian airliner, officials announced today. Swoop will be the 13th airline to fly from PSP, and will provide twice-weekly nonstop service Mondays and Thursdays staring Dec. 16, according to airport officials. “We are thrilled to welcome Swoop
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You are now able to go get your official Coachella Valley Firebirds merchandise at a physical location. Several Palm Desert city leaders were joined by team management for a grand opening ceremony Monday morning. It was a packed house inside the store as residents rushed to get their team gear. The store offers a wide
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Parkinson’s Resource Organization (PRO) has worked for 31 years to provide the best resources for those living with the disease and to help make their lives easier. According to the Parkinsons Foundation, California has one of the highest numbers of people with the disease with more than 85,000 people diagnosed. PRO says at least 1,000
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Police shut down South Gene Autry Trail in Palm Springs Monday morning between Calle San Raphael and Dinah Shore Drive due to a major traffic collision. Firefighters and medics were called to the area shortly after 4:00 a.m. Police said that one person suffered major injuries and was taken to the hospital. South Gene Autry Trail was reopened later Monday morning.
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CAL Fire reported that a pedestrian was struck by a train Sunday afternoon in Indio. The incident was reported at 12:06 p.m. on Indio Blvd. and Palm St. Officials said the victim suffered serious injuries and was transported to an area trauma center. Stay with News Channel 3 for any new developments on this story.
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Southwest Church in Indian Wells hosted a car show to raise money for the Hunter Lopez Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Save a Warrior Foundation. Corporal Hunter Lopez was one of 13 service members killed in an attack outside the Kabul airport in Afghanistan back in August. He was a local Coachella Valley resident and attended La
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A student in Barbra Cruz’s third-grade class at Katherine Finchy Elementary donated the book “Can I Be Your Dog?” to his classmates. The book is about a homeless dog named Arfy who is desperately looking for his forever home. The class was inspired to help the Palm Springs Animal Shelter with donations. The goal was
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