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UPDATE: Indio Police Chief Mike Washburn received the Covid-19 vaccine Friday at JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio. The Chief was among the first of the first responders who lined up. “JFK has been fantastic in fact our couple of officers were actually in the E.R. with one of their clients and a couple of nurses
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday released a plan calling for $15 billion in economic relief for Californians as part of his $227 billion plan as the state confronts a surge of coronavirus cases and deaths. The budget proposal tackles several urgent needs in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic: Coronavirus vaccinations, reopening schools for
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A Capitol Police officer who grew up here in the valley was in the thick of the chaos in the nation’s capital Wednesday. Juan Lopez, originally from Coachella, is being praised by members of Congress for his heroic actions in Washington D.C. His family tells News Channel 3 exclusively that they couldn’t be prouder. “He’s
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Change is inevitable in our new world amid an ongoing pandemic, especially here in California. Below are some of the key points in regards to the 2021 American Express golf tournament. Despite format changes, tournament contributions to local Coachella Valley charities will exceed those made in 2020Due to local COVID-19 circumstances, the tournament will be
Continue ReadingUPDATE: The officer was originally on life support but was pronounced dead at 9:30 p.m ., according to officials WASHINGTON — A U.S. Capitol Police officer died Thursday night from injuries sustained while responding to the siege on Capitol Hill. In a statement, officials say Capitol Police Officer Brian D. Sicknic was injured on Wednesday
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Agustin Arreola, the Coachella Valley’s electoral college member, remains full of hope despite the riots at the Capitol on Wednesday. Arreola spoke with Telemundo 15’s Marco Revuelta, telling him he was in disbelief and in shock watching the chaos unfold at the Capitol building. The 23-year-old from Coachella is one of California’s 55 electors. Less
Continue ReadingWith so much tumult going on in our country, it’s important to remember to take care of your mental health. “What we know is that mental health is equally as important as physical health,” said Diana A. Brown, MS LMFT LPCC of Riverside University Health System – Behavioral Health. Between the coronavirus pandemic and political
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Driving down Varner Road between Bob Hope Drive and Date Palm Drive you can hear just how rough the road is. Looking at Varner Road it’s easy to see the wear and tear. In fact, Ana Quintana of Desert Hot Springs says the damaged road recently left her car with a flat tire and a
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Healthcare workers showed up to the Roy Wilson Training Center in Thousand Palms on Thursday to receive their first dose of the Moderna Vaccine. Many were given the opportunity after being classified in the county’s Phase 1A grouping, which is the first group to receive the vaccines that arrived in Riverside County. Among those listed
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Update 1/8/21 The Riverside County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Regina Avila, 48, of Palm Desert. The California Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on Washington Street in Bermuda Dunes. The crash was reported at Washington Street and Hidden River Road, near Hovley. According to CHP, the crash was between a vehicle and
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The number of people hospitalized with the coronavirus continues to climb in our valley. Now, Eisenhower Health officials are concerned about their ability to treat patients as the growing number of people fill up hospital beds. News Channel 3’s Dani Romero has more on the impacts hospitals are facing in this surge. New year. New
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UPDATE 1/11/21: The Palm Springs Police Department confirmed a pregnant woman was killed in the crash. Details: Police confirm 9-month pregnant woman killed in crash in Palm Springs =========== Original Article 1/7/21: The Palm Springs Police Department has shut down both sides of N Gene Autry at the Whitewater Wash off the Interstate 10 exit
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New Cases Today Riverside County reported 370 new cases since Wednesday, bringing the total of cases up to 204,327. County officials attributed the low cases increase today to an ongoing issue with the state. The glitch is expected to be fixed on Friday. Riverside County reached 200,000 cases on Tuesday, doubling the number of cases
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UPDATE 1/8/21 The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that two suspects were arrested, including one that had a $2,000,000 warrant out for their arrest. Documented gang member and fugitive, Ricardo Rivera Jr. 31, of Cathedral City had a warrant out for his arrest for charges of Violation of Probation, Burglary and Vehicle Theft. Rivera is
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pic.twitter.com/csX07ZVWGe— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 8, 2021 President Donald Trump posted a video statement condemning the rioters at the Capitol and conceding to Joe Biden Trump says that now that Congress has certified the results, the “new administration will be inaugurated on January 20” and his “focus now turns to ensuring a smooth orderly
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The first vaccinated health care workers in the Coachella Valley were able to receive their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine on Thursday. News Channel 3’s Madison Weil spoke with one anesthesiologist sharing his own experience and encouraging others to get vaccinated when possible. “I got it this morning at 9:03 a.m. Again, I’m very
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The Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia has released images of “persons of interest” wanted in connection with the storming of the Capitol. Anyone with any information is asked to call police at (202)727-9099. You can also text your tip to 50411. Police are offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information
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UPDATE: A representative for the group “Friends of Big Bear” has informed News Channel 3 that the Big Bear Lake Bald Eagle egg #2 has been laid in the nest. The mother eagle Jackie, laid the egg at 4:23 p.m. Saturday, January 9th. The incubation period for the egg is about 35 days, which means
Continue ReadingPresident Donald Trump on Thursday pledged to an orderly transfer of power to President-elect Joe Biden while repeating his claims about the 2020 election that led to some of his supporters storming the US Capitol and interrupt Congress’ affirmation of Biden’s Electoral College win. “Even though I totally disagree with the outcome of the election,
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The California Emergency Medical Services Authority has brought “much-needed” oxygen to Riverside County to meet the needs of hospitals around the region, officials announced on Thursday. “Oxygen suppliers are having a difficult time meeting the high demand of area hospitals due to the COVID-19 pandemic,” said EMD Director, Bruce Barton “This isn’t limited to just
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