Watch: Biden delivers State of the Union address
President Joe Biden delivered the State of the Union address. You can watch live below: Get the News Channel 3 app here.
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Suspects arrested after vehicle pursuit ends in Palm Springs neighborhood
Several suspects were arrested after a police pursuit ended in a Palm Springs neighborhood Thursday afternoon. The Palm Springs Police Dept. announced there was heavy police activity in the area of the 400 block of Sunview Avenue. A law enforcement helicopter was seen circling the area assisting officers and deputies. By 4:00 p.m., police confirmed
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Man admits aiding brother in trying to cover up Moreno Valley girl’s death
A man who aided his younger brother in trying to cover up the alleged killing of a 16-year-old Moreno Valley girl pleaded guilty today to being an accessory after the fact and was immediately sentenced to a year in jail. Â Â Gary Anthony Shover, 27, of Hesperia admitted the felony count under a plea agreement
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Former Assemblymember Brian Nestande dies at the age of 60
Former Assemblymember Brian Nestande has died at the age of 60. Nestande died in the 73000 block of Vermeer Way on Wednesday. According to the Riverside County coroner’s office, he was found at around 2:00 p.m. There was no word on the cause of death. He represented the Coachella Valley in the California State Assembly
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Ex-deputy who sexually exploited female inmates sentenced
A former Riverside County sheriff’s correctional deputy who engaged in sex acts with female inmates on home detention as part of an extortion scheme was sentenced today to five years in state prison. Christian Phillip Heidecker, 32, of Menifee, pleaded guilty last month to four counts each of extortion, a public official seeking bribes and
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Importance of volunteers displayed in partnership between BNP Paribas Open and Spotlight 29 Casino
The BNP Paribas Open has launched a new partnership with Spotlight 29 Casino in Coachella to bring some new additions to this year’s tournament at Indian Wells Tennis Garden. “This is the jewel of desert, and we couldn’t be more fortunate than to have the BNP Paribas select us as their exclusive casino resort for
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LGBT Days returning to Cathedral City
LGBT Days returns to Cathedral City for its 8th year. The pride celebration marks the first pride event of the year, uniting hundreds of LGBTQ+ celebrities, artists, performers, and community members. “We’re really excited to celebrate our vibrant LGBT community,” said City Events and Communications Manager, Ryan Hunt. “8 years has been fantastic.” LGBT days
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With new plans, Colorado River states draw battle lines over who should bear the brunt of future water cuts
By Ella Nilsen, CNN (CNN) — Seven Western states are starting to plot a future for how much water they’ll draw from the dwindling Colorado River in anticipation of a warmer, drier world. The river is the lifeblood for the West – providing drinking water for tens of millions, irrigating crops, and powering homes and industry with
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Time needed to process every ballot following California Primary Election
With the largest number of registered voters in the nation, it may take some time to process every single eligible vote in California. We had the chance to hear directly from local voters at the polling centers Tuesday, about the issues motivating them. “I think it’s really important that we get to exercise our right
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Millions in federal funding for infrastructure projects could head to the Coachella Valley
More federal funding for infrastructure projects across the Coachella Valley could soon be on the way. U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) announced Tuesday that he secured over $75.5 million in federal funding for 27 projects across the Inland Empire in the first package of FY 2024 appropriations bills. The package includes the Agriculture; Energy and
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Rafael Nadal withdraws from 2024 BNP Paribas Open
Rafael Nadal, a 22-time grand slam champion and one of the greatest players of all time, has withdrawn from the 2024 BNP Paribas Open. Nadal, 37, issued a statement on his decision Wednesday evening. “It is with great sadness that I have to withdraw from this amazing tournament. Everyone knows how much I love this
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News Channel 3 Exclusive: Inside the Homeless Navigation Center in Palm Springs
It’s a major project the city of Palm Springs is calling a “game changer” for addressing the homeless crisis. City and county officials gave News Channel 3’s Peter Daut an exclusive tour of the new Palm Springs Navigation Center, ahead of its opening. While most of the Navigation Center remains under construction, the early-entry facility
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Cathedral City High named a 2024 California Distinguished School
Out of the 2,500+ public middle schools and high schools in California, the California Department of Education (CDE) has named Cathedral City High School as a 2024 California Distinguished School. The California Distinguished Schools Program, established in 1985, recognizes California schools whose educators and staff work above and beyond to close the achievement gap and
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Man pleads guilty to killing Palm Desert woman
A sentencing date is slated to be confirmed tomorrow for a 25-year-old man who fatally stabbed his girlfriend at her Palm Desert apartment, where her young son was present. After deliberating less than a day, a Banning jury on Tuesday convicted Richard Colin Holbrook of first-degree murder for the 2019 slaying of 33-year-old Nicole Henderson.
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USPS unveils artwork of Forever Stamp celebrating Betty Ford
The U.S. Postal Service today revealed the artwork of a commemorative forever stamp celebrating former First Lady Betty Ford, with a dedication ceremony set for Rancho Mirage next month. The stamp design was unveiled at the White House by First Lady Jill Biden, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and Betty Ford’s daughter Susan Ford Bales. “Mom
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Man gets 48 years to life for fatal Desert Hot Springs shooting in 2021
A 27-year-old man who was convicted of a fatal shooting in Desert Hot Springs almost three years ago was sentenced today to 48 years and eight months to life in prison.  Michael Leslie Goehner was convicted Feb. 6 of one felony count each of murder and discharging a firearm, and two felony counts each of
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Oasis Mobile Home Park residents reach settlement in lawsuit over issues with water and habitability
22 residents of the long-troubled Oasis Mobile Home Park, along with a tenant association called Juntos Por Un Mejor Oasis, settled their civil suit against the park’s owners. Oasis Mobile Home Park has been a fixture of controversy for years, most recently due to high levels of arsenic in drinking water, resulting in three emergency administrative
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House passes $460 billion package of spending bills. Senate expected to act before shutdown deadline
By KEVIN FREKING Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed a $460 billion package of spending bills Wednesday that would keep money flowing to key federal agencies through the remainder of the budget year. The Senate is expected to take up the legislation before a midnight Friday shutdown deadline. Lawmakers are negotiating a second
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Tennis Paradise: a top-of-the-line fan experience in Indian Wells
The Indian Wells Tennis Garden is renowned for its stunning views and exceptional tennis. The BNP Paribas Open offers a fan experience unlike any other. Various culinary delights from around the world and locally sourced options from the Coachella Valley are available. Daily live music concerts are held in the garden’s courtyard. Fans relish the
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Tracking congressional and senate races
News Channel 3 is tracking the 25th and 41st Congressional Districts, as well as the Senate races. Incumbent Representative and Democrat Raul Ruiz leads the contest in the 25th District. Trailing behind are Republican Ian Weeks and Cecil Truman. Also in the race is Indio council member Oscar Ortiz. Ruiz says he wants to be
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