Eastern Coachella Valley rescues overwhelmed with abandoned dogs

KESQ on June 4, 2025

Athena Jreij

THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) — East Valley animal rescues Support 4 Paws says they’re overwhelmed with abandoned dogs in Thermal, specifically those coming out of Oasis Mobile Home Park.

Kimberly Raney with Support 4 Paws says with the help of Animal Action League, her team has fostered, fixed and found homes for dozens of abandoned dogs and puppies from Oasis Mobile Home Park, but they’re at capacity and urgently need fosters and adopters.

On top of that, Raney says every dog they’ve taken in has a tic-borne illness that in some cases, can lead to death in days.

“Every dog that we have pulled from trailers have tested positive for at least one tic-borne illness that then starts to affect their red blood cells and makes them anemic, makes them very sick. So if caught early enough, we can treat it with doxycycline and they have a good prognosis. But we have been overwhelmed with how many there are. They are everywhere,” Raney said.

Since Oasis is on the Torres Martinez Indian Reservation, county animal control can’t enforce in the area.

Years ago when the park was facing water contamination issues, the county did step in and helped relocate over a hundred families. Rescuers say when those families leave their homes, they’re also leaving behind pets.

Looking for answers, News Channel 3 reached out to Supervisor Manuel Perez, the county, tribal leaders and property management.

Perez was unavailable for an interview but said via email, “Because of the need, Supervisor Perez made it a priority to do spay and neuter clinics in Oasis to make sure the Oasis Mobile Home Park community has help from the county, at no cost to residents, to spay and neuter their pets. It’s a challenging situation and we’ve done a lot as a county to assist Oasis Mobile Home Park.  At this point, what’s needed are homes for pets.”

While tribal leaders didn’t respond, property management said they have been unreachable and have little resources to handle the issue.

An Oasis landlord who didn’t want to go on camera said just days ago, a young girl was bitten by a loose dog.

While answers stall, Support 4 Paws says time is running out for their furry friends.

Dogs like Bo, who was rescued just days ago and died on Wednesday from a tic-borne illness.

It’s why they’re adamant on getting animals into homes, with some volunteers saying they’ll even drive dogs across state lines to adopters.

Local rescues say the issue could take months to even years to resolve, but that they are making progress.

To get in contact with Support 4 Paws, visit: https://support4paws.org/

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Registration open for Madam President Camp

News-Press NOW on June 4, 2025

News-Press NOW

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — St. Joseph Quorum Initiative announced registration is open for the city’s third Madam President Camp to teach young girls leadership skills.

The three-day camp offers a supportive environment where girls ages 11 through 13 can learn and practice leadership skills.

The five core camp themes include: leadership, civic education, activism, communications and self-discovery.

During the camp, girls will work with mentors who create meaningful connections between each girl and the curriculum.

The St. Joseph camp will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day on Monday, July 14, through Wednesday, July 16 at Missouri Western State University in Spratt Hall rooms 214-216.

MWSU and the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce are supporters of the local Madam President Camp. The cost to attend is $150.

The Madam President Camp was founded in 2012 by female leaders Dr. Lee Smithson Burd and Pam Kelley, a Kansas City businesswoman.

In 2011, Smithson Burd attended her daughter’s “princess camp” recital at school and was struck by wanting her daughter to receive a more empowering message that would encourage her to dream big and to see her value in the world.

Together, Smithson Burd and Kelley conceptualized the camp.

St. Joseph is the first camp to be held outside of Kansas City.

For more information on how to register, visit the camp website at www.madampresidentcamp.org/summer.

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Man charged with domestic assault after officers swarm Jefferson City neighborhood

KMIZ on June 4, 2025

Matthew Sanders

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)

A 21-year-old man was charged Tuesday with six felonies and jailed without bond after his arrest during a Jefferson City police response that included long guns and an armored vehicle.

Danaun C. Washington of Jefferson City remained in the Cole County Jail on no bond Tuesday after his arrest at a large police scene the previous afternoon. Multiple Jefferson City Police Department cruisers and an armored car converged on Olive Street. Officers with body armor and long guns were at the scene.

A woman had called 911, reporting that a man had hit her in the face and tried to pistol-whip her, but she blocked the blow, according to a probable cause statement. The man then ran to his house at 215 Olive St., the statement says.

Police used a loudspeaker to talk to Washington and coax him out of the house, but he would not leave the building, the statement says. Officers found him in the attic after they obtained a search warrant and entered the house.

Washington denied hitting the victim or having a gun, according to the statement. Police allegedly found a pistol magazine near the attic access.

No hearings have been set.

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Missouri’s Free Fishing Days beginning this weekend 

News-Press NOW on June 4, 2025

Chris Fortune

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Adventurous Missouri residents who are interested in trying fishing without having to shell out money for a permit are in luck this weekend.

On Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8, anyone can fish in state waters without a Missouri Department of Conservation fishing permit, trout permit, or prescribed area daily tag during Free Fishing Days.

“It allows them to get out and see if they’re going to actually enjoy it beforehand,” Buchanan County Conservation Agent Kelsey Gillenwater said. “Get out for two days and enjoy the weather, you know, it gets people out on our conservation areas as well to get them to explore and see what we have to offer.”

Some fees and permits may be required in some locations and private fishing areas. Typical regulations like size and daily limits still apply during Free Fishing Days.

“Up here in northwest Missouri, where we do not have trout, there’s no other fees that you’re going to acquire fishing-wise other than you providing your own pole, your bait and whatever snacks you might want for the day,” she said.

The Northwest Regional Conservation Office does not have any fishing gear to pass out at its office, but one of the local libraries may.

“If you are needing a fishing pole or tackle—they don’t have bait—but all the other things they would be able to supply you with as long as they have them in stock,” she said.

Gillenwater said permits help fund the Missouri Department of Conservation, allowing them to maintain adequate staffing and fund conservation efforts.

Anyone interested in purchasing a permit can visit the Missouri Department of Conservation website at mdc.mo.gov/permits. Free Fishing Days occurs on the Saturday and Sunday following the first Monday in June.

“Whether you’re on a river, you’re on a lake, or you’re at Krug Park, you’re able to participate,” she said.

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Remington Nature Center hosts stormwater control facilities training

News-Press NOW on June 4, 2025

Patrick Holleron

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — The Remington Nature Center held a training session for owners of stormwater control facilities.

Among the topics covered in the training are required maintenance for post construction stormwater control facilities, the process of submitting annual reports to the City, and the deadline for submitting reports to the City in 2025. 

The recent storms that passed over St. Joseph were also discussed as they relate to how flooding may impact stormwater control facilities.

“There is a lot of flooding events that you’re hearing about now,” water resource scientist Kaitlyn Loeffler said. “Stormwater detention facilities and green infrastructure help control flooding by releasing it downstream at a controlled rate that doesn’t overwhelm our stormwater infrastructure. It helps prevent flooding from occurring in our city streets and in people’s yards.”

Facility owners will be required to have inspections and submit the reports to the City this year.

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One person dead after Santa Cruz County house fire, firefighters say

KION on June 4, 2025

Victor Guzman

RIO DEL MAR/LA SELVA, Calif. (KION-TV) — Central Fire District of Santa Cruz County confirms one person is dead after a fire at a home sparked late Tuesday night.

Central Fire says they responded to the initial reports of the fire around 11:31 p.m. along Seascape Boulevard between the Rio Del Mar and La Selva areas of Santa Cruz County.

“It happened so fast, amazing how fast it went up,” said David Anastacio who described the moments his home went up in flames.

He says he had just gotten into bed when his friend’s urgent cries jolted him awake.

“I went in and lay on my bed for maybe not even a minute. And I heard, Dave, Dave. And I had heard them, it was like a distress call. So I jumped up and I ran out the door. And I came into the room right next door, and the flames were on fire,” said Anastacio.

Now he worries the friend who saved him didn’t save himself.

“If they didn’t go, Dave, Dave, yelling for me, I’d be burned up right now. He saved my life.”

The next morning, yellow caution tape could be seen surrounding the charred structure.

According to Central Fire, one person was inside the home when they arrived.

That person passed away on the scene.

Fire crews believe the fire started on the first floor.

According to Division Chief Nigel Miller, it took several hours and agencies to put out the flames.

Miller says there was a lot of extreme fire behavior because of the items inside the home, and the home itself is looking like a total loss.

“A lot of items inside the structure and burning the actual structure membranes,” said Nigel.

Fire crews say the fire is still under investigation.

David says he is staying with a friend while he figures out his living situation.

Central Fire says the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is setting up accommodations for the people who lived in the home.

No identifying information of the person who died was provided.

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Ammon gears up for annual Summer Kickoff

KIFI on June 4, 2025

Seth Ratliff

AMMON, Idaho (KIFI) — The City of Ammon is ready to officially launch into the summer season with its highly anticipated Ammon Summer Kickoff event, Saturday, June 7th.

This annual community gathering promises an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment and activities, including free swimming, a giant water slide, music, vendors, food, and giveaways

The summer celebration runs from 12 PM to 3 PM.

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Former mayor running for State Assembly

KYMA on June 4, 2025

Karina Bazarte

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) – Former El Centro Mayor Tomas Oliva has announced he will be running for the California State Assembly to represent District 36.

Oliva made the official announcement last Friday just two months after his resignation as the mayor of El Centro.

He says in the last decade representatives from the Coachella Valley have helped represent Imperial County and he is thankful.

But he says it’s time for someone from Imperial County to be the voice of the people.

Oliva shares what he would do if elected.

“What I consider to be the pillars of our community that sets us up for either success or lack of in our quality of life and that is…our healthcare system, our education and our transportation,” said Oliva.

The California Primary Election is happening in June of next year.

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Calexico residents, business owners required to register specific type of alarm

KYMA on June 4, 2025

Karina Bazarte

CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) – Residents and business owners in Calexico who have an alarm that requires police assistance now have to register them with the police department.

The ordinance was put on pause in 2013, but now it’s back.

Calexico police says it started sending notices to residents and business owners last week.

Police say if residents do not register their alarms they could be fined.

“The cost is $50 for residents and $100 for businesses for two years, both of them so with that you get four free responses per calendar year. After the fifth response, you get a bill for the response,” said Calexico Police Chief Armando Orozco.

Calexico police says residents can come to the police station if they need help registering their alarms or visit their website.

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Vitalant hosting Summer Life Savers Blood Drive

KYMA on June 4, 2025

Marcos Icahuate

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A blood drive is being held to support locals and more Arizonans in need.

The Summer Life Savers Blood Drive by Vitalant will be at the Yuma Main Library from July 31 to August 2.

News 11, ABC 5 and Telemundo 3 are partnering with Vitalant to bring this blood drive to Yuma. 

Anyone who donates blood on those dates will be entered to win a 2025 VW Taos S.

The vehicle prize was donated by the Valley Volkswagen Dealers.

You can make an appointment to donate blood by going to their website or calling (877) 258-4825.

You can also find more information about the blood drive here.

Vitalant previously held a blood drive in winter 2024, which collected enough blood to impact over 300 lives.

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