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Red Cross called in as 6 units damaged in Palm Springs apartments fire
Palm Springs Firefighters were mopping up after an apartment complex fire that damaged 6 units Friday morning off San Rafael near Highway 111. The Red Cross was also being called in to help residents who were displaced when a two-story building caught fire. A hook and ladder truck was parked outside the Palm Springs Villas development,
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What are the odds of winning tonight’s Mega Millions jackpot?
The Mega Millions jackpot is now at a whopping $910 million after not having a winner earlier this week. The next drawing for the Mega Millions is on Friday at 11:00 p.m. ET. The estimated cash payout for the prize is $464.2 million. The last time there was a Mega Millions grand prize jackpot winner
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Staying above-seasonal for now
A ridge of high pressure over the southwest United States is continuing to boost temperatures above seasonal averages. An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect for the valley as temperatures reach or even exceed 115° through Saturday. This shifting ridge of high pressure is also responsible for the big dose of humidity we experienced this
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Future prosecutors shine in DA office’s closing argument competition
A group of ambitious law students is getting a rare and valuable experience this summer at the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office. Known as “summer externs,” these first- and second-year law students from across the country are undergoing intensive training with the aim of becoming future prosecutors. Some even handle cases in court, gaining hands-on,
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Exclusive: Brother of Ramon Diaz speaks out after suspects charged in his murder
The brother of local martial arts instructor, Ramon Diaz, is reacting to the charges facing two men in connection with his murder. Tony Diaz spoke exclusively with News Channel 3’s Samantha Lomibao, after the two men suspected in the 2018 fatal shooting of Ramon in Cathedral City were charged on Thursday. Troy Walter Edmund, 44, and
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Valley pet owners, still facing gaps in local emergency care, have new urgent care option
Valley pet owners have a new urgent care option available. However, they continue to face gaps in local emergency care. Local dog trainer Kat Todd is lucky to still have her terrier Abby after a coyote attack. She’s been a dog trainer for more than 20 years in the valley. “I was able to take [Abby]
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News Channel 3 named St. Jude’s ‘Dream Home TV Station of the Year’
Every year, News Channel 3 and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital give away a beautiful home during the St Jude Dream Home Giveaway. At the same time, you help us raise money to fight childhood cancer. This year, thanks to the generosity of the Coachella Valley, News Channel 3 was named the St Jude Dream
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Los futuros fiscales brillan en la competencia de argumentos finales de la oficina del fiscal de distrito
Un grupo de estudiantes de derecho está teniendo una experiencia valiosa este verano en la Oficina del Fiscal de Distrito del Condado de Riverside. Conocidos como “externos de verano”, estos estudiantes de derecho de primer y segundo año de todo el país están recibiendo una capacitación intensiva con el objetivo de convertirse en futuros fiscales.
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Excessive heat warning through Saturday
An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect for the Coachella Valley. Earlier today the warning was extended and is now set to expire at 8PM on Saturday. Temperatures near or above 115° are expected during this time. A large ridge of high pressure continues to sit on top of the southwest United States. The ridge
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Summer Speaker Series: Tourism spotlight in Greater Palm Springs
The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce hosted its latest round of the Summer Speaker Series today at Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage. The event focused on tourism in the Coachella Valley and feature notable speakers to provide insight into a vital industry to the desert. Attendees heard from Daniel Meier, Deputy Director of
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