Riverside County is in line to receive nearly $1 million in coronavirus-related humanitarian funding provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency under a long-standing relief program, it wasannounced today. FEMA said a total $320 million in Emergency Food and Shelter Program funding will be distributed nationwide. Two-thirds of the distribution is part of the Coronavirus
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Protestors lined up along Palm Drive in Desert Hot Springs this morning. Many driving by showed their support for the cause. They marched around calling for justice and wanting it now. “Its time for change,” said Jojo Green. The call for reform comes from the killing of George Floyd and several others who experienced police
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Riverside County health officials released the latest data on the coronavirus pandemic since Friday. The County does not release new numbers on Saturday or Sunday. Visit KESQ.com/Coronavirus for the latest local updates. The number of cases increased by 429 since Friday, bringing the total number to 9,206. Over 138,000 patients have been tested. County trajectories
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The Riverside Sheriff’s Association, which represents employees from the Riverside Sheriff’s and Probation Departments and the District Attorney’s Office, released a statement voicing its opposition to Chairman of the Board of Supervisors V. Manuel Perez’s proposal to review the department policies. Chairman Perez announced he was going to bring up a number of policy proposals
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Authorities found10 dead roosters at the scene of an illegal cockfight set up in a palm date orchard in Thermal, the Riverside County Department of Animal Services reported on Monday The cockfighting operation was discovered Saturday in a privately owned orchard between Airport Boulevard and 57th Avenue, south of Coachella Valley High School, according to
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Cathedral City honored two local graduates by naming streets in honor of them Monday morning. As part of a yearly tradition, the city renames the street adjacent to the students’ respective schools for one year. The corner of Date Palm Drive and Dave Kelley Road was renamed at 6:30 a.m. in honor of Cathedral City
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The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the homicide of a 58-year-old Anza woman, identified as Cherie Mae Lanzisera. According to a news release from the department, deputies arrived at a home on Mitchell Road in the unincorporated area of Anza just after 3:00 Sunday morning for a “call of a female suffering from a
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It’s grape week in the Coachella Valley! Growing Coachella Valley is celebrating grapes from June 8 to June 12. News Channel 3’s Caitlin Thropay, spoke with a local grape farmer to learn more about the economic impact of our local grapes and if they’ve been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Photo Credit: Growing Coachella Valley
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Palm Springs Police said the intersection of E. Vista Chino and N. Farrell Drive was closed to all traffic Monday morning due to a traffic collision. Police said three vehicles were involved in the wreck. Officers closed the road to all traffic at 7:53 a.m. At least one motorist was taken to a hospital for
Continue Reading Palm Springs Police said the intersection of E. Vista Chino and N. Farrell Drive was closed to all traffic Monday morning due to a traffic collision. Police said three vehicles were involved in the wreck. Officers closed the road to all traffic at 7:53 a.m. At least one motorist was taken to a hospital for
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For over 30 years, Dodgers team photographer Jon Soohoo has been behind Los Angeles’ most iconic sports moments. His portrait of Kobe Bryant was selected to grace the cover of ESPN’s recent tribute issue to honor the Laker legend.
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We now have a date for phase 3 of reopening from the coronavirus shutdown. Governor Newsom said it will start this Friday. A busy day at Chill Bar on Arenas Road in Palm Springs as the owners and staff prepare to reopen. “I think we are adjusting operationally, its not difficult but its something new
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After a group of teens coordinated a peaceful protest in Palm Springs, News Channel 3’s Caitlin Thropay caught up with some of the girls to get their reactions. “I wanted them to take away unity and equality. No matter where we are in the world or what’s happening we should always stay united,” Areli Galvez,
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A group of eight teenagers joined by nearly a thousand protestors on Saturday morning for a planned peaceful protest in Palm Springs at Ruth Hardy Park. “Its just not one week of racism awareness,” said Hina Malik, Young Justice Advocate. “Its everyday, the change starts now.” “Enough is enough,” said Dawnese Doty, a protestor. “Its
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California will allow the reopening of schools, day camps, bars, gyms and some sports with modifications starting next week. Friday evening, the state released guidance for counties to follow regarding the reopening of a broad range of businesses. Bars and Wineries Bars and wineries should follow rules close to those of dine-in restaurants, including keeping
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The city of Palm Springs has amended its order on face covering to require all businesses, including restaurants, in the city to post signage at entrances advising of the face covering and social distancing requirements The order goes into effect immediately. Palm Springs still requires residents to wear face coverings when outside in a public
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The Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine hosted a testing site Friday afternoon for underserved communities of the East Valley. Rep. Raul Ruiz, M.D. helped organized the event, while local college students also volunteered. The site conducted free COVID-19 nucleic acid PCR testing with throat swabs. A total of 175 tests were made available, while others
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Rancho Mirage High School student and football player Israel “Izzy” Ramirez has been taken to the hospital due to seizures, a family friend told News Channel 3 Friday afternoon. We’re continuing to stay in touch with his family and will bring you any updates on his progress. Izzy is well known around the community for
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More mosquito traps have tested positive for the West Nile virus in our valley. “Yes, lots of them hordes of them…swarms,” said Diane Mann. West Nile virus mosquitos are now found in Cathedral City, La Quinta, Indio and Palm Desert. One resident showing us of his recent bites. “I get mosquito bites all the time
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Riverside County health officials released the latest data on the coronavirus pandemic since Wednesday. There was no update on Thursday due to technical difficulties state’s CalREDIE website. WATCH: Riverside County officials provide update on coronavirus & businesses The number of cases increased by 474 since Wedneday, bringing the total number to 8,777. Over 131,000 patients
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