A group of Israeli and Thai hostages held by Hamas in Gaza since October 7 has been released as part of a deal struck between Israel and the militant group, according to officials. Israel confirmed Friday that it released 39 Palestinian prisoners in line with a truce deal. “@CoachellaforPalestine will continue standing with Palestine; our
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Indio police arrested a parolee accused in a series of break-ins at businesses in the city over the past week. The break-ins happened on Nov. 12 through Nov. 19. During their investigation, they identified and apprehended a 36-year-old man in the area of Monroe Street and Indio Blvd. Police said the suspect confessed to breaking
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Five local students are being recognized with the “Do the Right Thing” award for November. It’s a partnership between News Channel 3 and Palm Springs Police Dept. Students Micah Crow, Steven Silva, Mayra Magallanes-Rodriguez, Josue Jacob Arriaga, and Abigail Barraza-Ortega were honored. The students were chosen for their positive attitude, behavior, and accomplishments. If you
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We’re seeing temperatures in the 60s throughout the morning hours. They peak around 70 degrees through the midday hours then dip back into the 60s by this afternoon. It’s a cool down compared to yesterday’s daily high at 76 degrees. You may just need a cardigan or holiday sweater if you’re headed out for some
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This Thanksgiving, six local country clubs partnered with American Friends of Our Armed Forces (AFAF) to transport hundreds of Marines to the Coachella Valley where they were welcomed by host families who served them Thanksgiving dinner. AFAF chartered six Cardiff buses to the Twentynine Palms Marine Base on Thanksgiving Day to pick up 260 marines
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There is no question that this years Yucca Valley football team is special. Their trip to the D12 CIF Championship on Saturday against Cerritos hits a little deeper for one member of the team. Defensive Line coach Chad Beasley was a key player in the Trojans lone school CIF Championship back in 1996. Fast forward
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A local non-profit is making sure families in the Coachella Valley have food on the table this Thanksgiving. The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission started the handouts on Wednesday, but will be continuing them throughout the afternoon on Thursday. The meals are free for those receiving them, and include traditional Thanksgiving dishes like turkey and mashed
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Thanksgiving is known for its rich foods and vast array of unique dishes that are typically only eaten once a year. And although we may look forward to stuffing our bellies at mealtime, some of the seemingly harmless ingredients could potentially be fatal for our furry friends. Knowing what is safe for your pets could
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It’s a Cloudy, Cool and overall Cozy start to Thanksgiving Day. Overnight we saw clouds move into Southern California, and they will continue to linger on top of the valley floor up until the midday hours. We’ll start to see some gradual clearing, sunshine and temperatures in the mid 70s throughout the day. At around
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November 22nd – 26th Local organizations and people are continuing their efforts to support families and individuals experiencing loneliness and financial hardships during the holidays. See the options below for free holiday meals in the Coachella Valley. During Thanksgiving week, from Wednesday through Sunday, volunteers gather at Coachella Valley Rescue Mission will serve a special
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A crash shut down eastbound SR-62 north of Indian Canyon Wednesday night. The four-vehicle crash happened just before 5:00 p.m. According to the California Highway Patrol, one vehicle is overturned. There is no word on any injuries. A SIG Alert was issued for the crash, it is expected to remain in place until at least
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The Yucca Valley Trojans will meet Cerritos in the Division 12 Championship game on Saturday at Artesia High School. On Wednesday, the Trojans held a press conference addressing the significance of this team and the run they are on. Yucca Valley 🏈 Media Day ahead of @CIFSS D12 Championship game on Saturday vs. Cerritos 🎙️⬇️Hear
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Bulldog Cannabis in Thousand Palms held its second annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway this morning. Dispensary staff along with County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez, who represents residents in the fourth district, handed out 100 free frozen turkeys to local residents. “Local mom and pop shops would be nothing without their communities. This is just how we
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The Walter Clark Legal Group is offering its Safe Ride Home Program for the Thanksgiving holiday, covering the fare for alcohol-impaired drivers who choose to call a cab or use a rideshare service instead of getting back behind the wheel of their car. The program runs from 10:00 PM to 3:00 AM on the evenings
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For the second year in a row, travel numbers are expected to break record highs over Thanksgiving break. According to The Automobile Club of Southern California, a projected 4.6 million Southern Californians will travel during the holiday, a three-percent increase from last year. Around the country, more than 55.4 million Americans will be on the
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TEHACHAPI, Calif. (AP) — An inmate at a California maximum-security prison died Wednesday after being stabbed several times by two other prisoners, including a local murder convict, authorities said. David Moreno, 38, was attacked shortly before 9 a.m. at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi, according to a statement from the state Department of Corrections
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A 21-year-old man suspected along with another man of stealing items and brandishing a firearm as they left a Dollar General store in Desert Hot Springs was charged today with robbery. Kevin Dionte Ezekial Davis additionally faces a sentence-enhancing allegation of using a firearm and one misdemeanor count of willfully resisting arrest, according to court
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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is kicking off its 31st Annual ‘WildLights’ exhibit Wednesday night. The zoo will be transformed into a dazzling Winter Wonderland with installations throughout the park featuring more than 3 million lights. You’ll be able to see the park’s 30 foot Christmas Tree and light displays including a picture perfect
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Editor’s Note: A previous version of this article included a link for residents to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. Our reporting has since been updated to include that California’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration included Public Assistance for rebuilding critical public infrastructure but does not include Individual Assistance. Many Coachella Valley residents who
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US Senator Alex Padilla and Representative Raul Ruiz applauded President Biden for declaring a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of California due to damage caused by August’s Tropical Storm Hilary Tuesday. “I’m grateful that President Biden has approved our request to declare a major disaster in California to help communities in Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Riverside,
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