Five local students were recognized with this month’s “Do the Right Thing” award which is a partnership between Palm Springs Police and News Channel 3. Heyden Rivera Zavala, Daniel Aleman, Antony Varga Ensiso, Jesus Gutierrez, and Alexis Cervantes were all honored at a special ceremony Wednesday at the Palm Springs Police Headquarters. The students were chosen for
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A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Thursday for a former Cathedral City police officer accused of assaulting and harassing a former girlfriend, as well as swiping fentanyl and ingesting it following a drug raid.  Claudiu Murzea, 46, of Rancho Cucamonga is charged with making criminal threats, battery on a domestic partner, violating a protective order,
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October 18 Members of the community are mourning the death of Arlene Rosenthal, who led efforts at homeless services provider Well in the Desert as its president for the past 21 years. Facebook post by Joy Meredith, Crystal Fantasy Joy Meredith, the owner and operator of Crystal Fantasy in downtown Palm Springs, wrote on Facebook
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An earthquake simulator, capable of replicating a 7.0 magnitude earthquake made a stop in Palm Springs today ahead of tomorrow’s ‘Great California Shakeout,’ where millions of Californians will run through an earthquake drill at 10:19 a.m. We’re taking a closer look at how this seismic demonstration is aimed at helping Californians better prepare for an
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The Coachella Valley Firebirds teamed up with FIND Food Bank today to give back to those who are in need. Firebird’s players, coaches, staff, and families volunteered their time in packing senior homebound boxes at FIND Food Bank’s warehouse in Indio. The team had the chance to tour the find facility and learn more about
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A 40-year-old man who sent sexually charged messages to someone he believed was a 14-year-old boy in Palm Desert pleaded guilty today to a felony charge. Brandon Devon Bourgeois of Hemet pleaded guilty Wednesday at the Larson Justice Center in Indio to one felony count of contacting a minor with intent to commit a crime,
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An 18-year-old man suspected of fatally shooting a 19-year-old in an apartment in Indio was charged with murder today.  Jacob Matthew Alvin Vargas of Indio was also charged with one felony count each of burglary and being a convicted felon and narcotic addict in possession of a firearm, according to court records. He also faces
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UPDATE SUNDAY: An arrest was made and confirmed by Indio police in this homicide investigation. An 18-year-old suspect was arrested Saturday on Sunset Drive in Coachella. There is no word of a motive as of Sunday at 9:30 p.m. INDIO, CA (KESQ) – Detectives in Indio are investigating a deadly scene at an apartment building
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The first leg of Modernism Week is set for October 19. through October 22. Attendees of “Modernism Week October” are able to take part in 50 events, including educational tours of historic neighborhoods, notable buildings and residences. Walking and biking tours, an informational speaking series and parties are planned for the 4-day event as well.
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Blake Shelton is bringing round two of his Honky Tonk Tour to the Acrisure Arena on Friday, March 22 at 7 p.m. Back to the Honky Tonk Tour is set to feature a 17-date run, including a performance at the Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs. Kubota presents the tour with special guests Multi-Platinum, 8x
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Update 10/18/2023: Our sister station CBS San Diego is reporting that Fitzpatrick’s family has been notified that his remains have been found in the desert. News Channel 3 reached out to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. Officials with the department said that they did not confirm anything about the discovery of John Fitzpatrick’s remains.
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We’re hearing from local Democratic Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz about his office’s efforts to help Americans in Israel and Gaza. “My office is there to help anybody whether you’re Jewish, Israeli, or you’re Palestinian in Gaza, if you have family, and if you they’re a United States citizen, please contact our office.” Ruiz continued, “Today,
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The non-profit “Mended Hearts” recognized Eisenhower Health with regional and national awards Tuesday morning. The organization is focused on giving hope to heart disease patients, their families, and caregivers. Each year, they select a nurse in each chapter region who demonstrates excellence in caring for patients and heartfelt support. “To be part of something like
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Deputies and medics used Narcan to save a man who was overdosing on fentanyl last week in Joshua Tree. The incident was first reported at around 1:30 a.m. on Oct. 10. Authorities said deputies were called to Oleander Drive in Joshua Tree to respond to a drug overdose. “Upon arrival, the male subject was located
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The Board of Supervisors today approved a $1.3 million contract to retain an independent forensic pathologist over a five-year period to render autopsy services at the busy sheriff’s coroner’s bureau. In a 5-0 vote without comment, the board authorized Sheriff Chad Bianco to hire Dr. Richard Cheng-Wu Ou of Rancho Palos Verdes without seeking competitive
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A 67-year-old man charged with sexually assaulting a child in the High Desert was arrested in Desert Hot Springs, authorities announced on Tuesday. Jerry Wheeler of Landers was arrested on Oct. 11 in the 18000 block of Corkill Road in Desert Hot Springs. Wheeler’s arrest came nearly a month after San Bernardino County Sheriff’s deputies
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Palm Springs’ parade season will kick off Wednesday with the Homecoming Parade, featuring a “Viva Las Vegas” theme. The parade, which includes the Palm Springs High School football team, is set to begin at 3:30 p.m. Attendees can watch the floats passing along Palm Canyon Drive from Barsito to Amado roads. The football team’s annual
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The Board of Supervisors today approved a funding agreement with the California State Bar for $4.98 million to cover costs incurred by the Riverside County Office of the Public Defender in handling a program that seeks to treat mentally ill individuals who are on the streets, at risk of homelessness, or likely to end up
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Palm Springs Mayor Grace Garner is set to deliver the annual State of the City Address today at the Palm Springs Art Museum’s Annenberg Theatre. A reception will get underway at 5 p.m., and the event begin at 6 p.m. with a video and update from Garner and city council members, who will highlight accomplishments
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The Moducan Corporation, which designs modular tactical buildings and defense systems, delayed their official design launch date set for November 2. due to the Israel-Hamas conflict. For the past 7 years, the Moducan Corporation has been working on their designs meant to help U.S. military forces and people affected by natural disasters, public health emergencies
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