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Bill Geddie, co-creator of “The View” and longtime producer for Barbara Walters died Friday at the age of 68. Geddie died in his home in Rancho Mirage. The legendary TV news producer’s family told Variety that he died from coronary-related factors. “He was a big deal in TV, but at home he was an even ‘bigger than
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An airline spokesperson now confirms to News Channel 3 that the extreme heat was a factor in a flight that was at first delayed, then canceled from departing Palm Springs International Airport. A viewer who was on United flight 5512 to Denver told News Channel 3 on Thursday that passengers were told the flight was
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By CHARLES J. GANSAssociated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Tony Bennett, the eminent and timeless stylist whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” graced a decadeslong career that brought him admirers from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga, died Friday. He was
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College of the Desert (COD) Trustee Dr. Joel Kinnamon is pursuing a criminal investigation against his former opponent, the college’s former president, and its former attorney – alleging illegal use of college resources to negatively impact his campaign during last fall’s trustee election. After defeating Aurora Wilson in the Area 4 trustee election, Kinnamon said
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Yesterday’s blistering 119 set a record in Palm Springs, and Thermal also got in on the action setting a record of 117. Today we could reach the existing record of 120. The Excessive Heat Warning continues into tomorrow until 8pm. Highs are expected to push near 120 both today and tomorrow before we see any
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Food Truck Fridays is back again in Indio bringing a variety of flavors to one location. The event is from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on the corner of Bliss Avenue and Towne Street. You are advised to bring blankets and lawn chairs. Other foodie events happening around the Coachella Valley include the Southwest Food
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Our extensive coverage on the fentanyl crisis continues with some explosive new information from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. So far this year, there have been more fentanyl-related deaths in the Coachella Valley than in any other part of Riverside County. I-Team Reporter Karen Devine speaks with the people on the front lines of the fentanyl fight
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“Summer has been awesome we have had around 500 participants and we close out next week with our 7th week,” said Outreach Coordinator Joy Willoughby. “It’s been a testament to our amazing coaches that these kids want to come back every single week. It’s become a little camp family which is special.” One of the coaches is
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Riverside County regularly collects data on heat-related illnesses and deaths but has yet to publish it. News Channel 3 has reached out to the county before asking for the weekly updated data and was told it was unavailable. The county collects data on heat-related deaths and illnesses daily, but its latest public report only shows data through 2021. Heat is the most
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A large ridge of high pressure continues to meander over the desert southwest. We are still not tracking any significant changes to our upper-air pattern. Until there is something to shake up our weather patter, we will continue to feel high heat. An Excessive Heat Warning remains in place for the vast majority of southern
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It can be brutal to be an outdoor worker in our summer heat. The city of Palm Desert wants to recognize outdoor workers by celebrating its outdoor staff with a breakfast at Desert Willow at 8:30 a. Upon the initiative of Renova Energy, the City of Palm Desert hosted its first Outdoor Worker Appreciation Day
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SunLine Transit Agency’s annual “Pack the Bus” school supply drive is Thursday, July 20, between 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. at the Walmart in Palm Desert off of Monterey Avenue and Dinah Shore Drive. The proceeds for Pack the Bus will benefit children part of the local non-profit Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the
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An Excessive Heat Warning and an Air Quality Alert remain in place for the Coachella Valley through Saturday at 8PM. The primary concern for the Air Quality Alert is Ozone as continued excessive heat and sunlight can cause ozone formation near the surface. Little to no changes to the current upper-air pattern are expected into
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Five local students were recognized at the July 2023 “Do the Right Thing” awards ceremony, a partnership between News Channel 3 and the Palm Springs Police Department. The ceremony was held Wednesday in Palm Springs Naomi SouthernAnthony AlvarezAntonio WhitneyEmily SuarezAlexandra Hernandez The local group of students was chosen for their positive attitude, behavior, and accomplishments. “I’m tearful, tearful, cheerful because
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While the fire has been put out, the devastating impacts felt by residents here, especially those who have lost everything, will continue to be felt as they work to rebuild. Sticking out of the ash and debris, remnants of damaged items inside what used to be someone’s home. 9 were destroyed and five damaged after
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Telemundo 15 se une al fervor que causa la Copa Mundial femenina. Para enaltecer, reconocer y honrar a la mujer, presentamos a jóvenes y niñas de nuestra región que están haciendo la diferencia y, son un ejemplo a seguir gracias a su valentía, empoderamiento a otras mujeres y la comunidad. En “Mujeres Imparables del Valle de
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