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Meet the adorable and very outgoing Mango Jr. She is the most talkative cat we have ever had in the studio. Mango and a plethora of other pets will have their adoption fee’s waived this Saturday at the Humane Society of Central Oregon. Head on down this weekend to meet the adorable Mango Jr.
Jesus Reyes
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A two-year-old child was taken to the hospital after falling from a moving vehicle Friday night in Indio.
The incident was reported at around 8:15 p.m. on the 46000 block of Jackson Street.
Indio police said the preliminary investigation revealed that the child had unbuckled herself and opened the rear right passenger door while the vehicle she was in was in motion. As the vehicle made turn onto Jackson Street from an apartment complex, the child fell out of the vehicle.
The father immediately stopped the vehicle. The child was not struck by any vehicles, police added.
“The child did not appear to have visible injuries, but she was still transported to a local hospital for further evaluation. The extent of her injuries is unknown at this time,” police said.
The investigation remains ongoing and police confirmed the parents are fully cooperating.
Madison Stuerman
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
A Franklin County judge has ruled that no filming or recording will be allowed in the trial for a man accused of killing a Hermann police officer.
The judge ruled on Friday in the case of Kenneth Simpson after hearing arguments on Tuesday on multiple motions, including to manage media coverage.
Simpson is charged with first-degree murder in the death of Sergeant Mason Griffith and hurting another officer by shooting them in March 2023 in Hermann.
The judge ruled that no audio, video, or electronic coverage of any phase of the trial will be allowed. The media will not be allowed in the courtroom during jury selection.
The only coverage allowed is courtroom sketches. Still photographer during non-evidentiary portions, like breaks or attorney arguments, will be allowed as long as they do not attract attention.
A live stream will be provided by the court, but it is not to be shared or recorded.
The defense argued that Simpson would not have a fair trial and due process rights if media coverage was not managed.
Jesus Reyes
Update:
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A theft at a Palm Desert business leads to a pursuit on the eastbound side of Interstate 10.
Around 6 on Friday night, deputies responded to a call about a theft at a nearby business in the 74000 block of Country Club Drive. A witness reported seeing two females enter the business, take merchandise, and leave without paying. The suspects fled the scene in a vehicle driven by a third female.
Deputies located the vehicle in the area of Bob Hope Drive and Dinah Shore Drive and attempted a traffic stop. However, the vehicle failed to yield, and a pursuit was initiated.
The pursuit continued until the vehicle came to a stop on Interstate 10 and Jefferson Street, where the three suspects surrendered. They were booked into jail for theft-related charges and evading.
Original Report:
COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Traffic on the eastbound side of Interstate 10, between Jefferson and Washington, is moving very slowly due to police activity in the area.
News Channel 3 is working on getting more information. Check back for updates.
Madison Stuerman
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
A section of a Cole County business collapsed after a fire broke out Friday evening.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Troop F shared a video on X of a building on fire at Bee Seen Signs in the 500 block of Babe Ruth Drive, just outside Jefferson City, around 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
Regional West Fire Protection District Chief Jack Brade told ABC 17 News that when crews first arrived on scene, flames were shooting through the roof of the building.
One employee was inside of the business when the fire started due to machinery in the warehouse, according to Brade. The individual tried to put out the fire, but it spread too rapidly and they burned their hand.
MSHP Sgt. Kyle Green told ABC 17 News that the person was able to get out safely.
Jefferson City Fire, Cole County EMS and fire and Cole County Sheriff’s Office were also on the scene. Brade said that due to the size of the building, it took crews a some time to get the fire contained. Crews had to make a few breaks in the building to contain the fire.
The fire primarily destroyed the building’s front office and part of the warehouse, with the center roof collapsing.
Brade adds that during structural fires like Friday’s, steel buildings often twist due to the heat and cause buildings to collapse, which can make firefighting difficult.
One RWFPD firefighter was taken to the hospital for exhaustion as a precaution and is stable. Brade said crews were fortunate that bystanders nearby provided water for crews during the fire.
Crews left the scene at around 3:45 a.m.
An ABC 17 News reporter spoke with two employees of Bee Seen Signs Saturday morning. They said business will “keep on rolling,” with plans to set up a temporary office and continue with sign installations.
Cynthia White
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – This Labor Day weekend is the last weekend for Riverside County Department of Animal Services’ (RCDAS) “Clear the Shelters” event offering free adoptions of dogs and cats.
RCDAS is waiving adoption fees at all RCDAS shelter locations during the final week of August in an effort to “Clear the Shelters: Unleash Your Superpower and Adopt a Hero.”
The aim of the Clear the Shelters events have been successful – RCDAS says pets are “finding their forever homes with families showing up from far and wide.”
RCDAS adds that over 1,000 dogs and 200 cats across all RivCo shelters are ready to go home with their new families. All adoptions include spay/neuter services, age-appropriate vaccinations, microchips and engraved ID tags.
RCDAS also offers a short-term foster option where people can foster a pet until they’re ready to fully commit. Staff are available on site to answer questions and match a pet that will fit the family’s lifestyle.
To view adoptable pets, visit www.rcdas.org/adoptable-pets. For hours and locations, visit www.rcdas.org.
Timothy Foster
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) -As students head back to classrooms across the Coachella Valley, parents are being reminded to take precautions to protect children from seasonal illnesses. With flu season approaching and COVID-19 still circulating, local health officials are offering guidance for families navigating the new school year.
The new Stratus variant of COVID-19 has seen a recent uptick in Southern California. Meanwhile, experts say it’s too early to predict the severity of this year’s flu season.
Laura Dyson, Director of Health Services for the Palm Springs Unified School District (PSUSD), emphasizes the importance of basic preventive measures. “Good hand washing and avoiding face-touching are two of the best ways to keep from getting sick,” Dyson said. The district follows state health department guidelines and encourages students with mild symptoms to attend school, while keeping children home if they have a fever, vomiting, or a contagious rash. Students who test positive for COVID-19 can return once they are fever-free.
Current federal regulations have changed COVID-19 vaccine eligibility. While vaccines were previously available to anyone six months and older, the FDA now limits updated shots to individuals 65 or older or children with serious health conditions. In contrast, the CDC recommends that everyone six months and older receive a flu vaccine, with few exceptions.
Distinguishing between a common cold, the flu, and COVID-19 can be difficult. Lindsey Valenzuela with Desert Oasis Healthcare recommends testing, especially for high-risk families. “Testing helps because for some people who are at high risk, it allows them the opportunity to be treated early for either COVID or the flu,” Valenzuela said. For those without high-risk conditions, she suggests waiting at least 24 hours after a fever breaks before returning to school.
Families can also access local resources, including mobile clinics offering care for flu and cold symptoms, often at low or no cost. Valenzuela urges maintaining good hygiene and staying up-to-date on vaccinations. “Wash your hands regularly, avoid crowds if you’re feeling ill, and get your flu shot. COVID vaccines will also soon be available locally,” she said.
Parents should note there are differences between federal COVID regulations and recommendations from some medical organizations. The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends the latest updated COVID vaccine for all infants aged 6 to 23 months, not just those with high-risk conditions.
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Alison Patton
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)
Gov. Mike Kehoe said Friday that he will call a special session on redistricting and initiative petition reform.
“Today, I am calling on the General Assembly to take action on congressional redistricting and initiative petition reform to ensure our districts and Constitution truly put Missouri values first,” Kehoe said in a news release. “This is about clarity for voters and ownership of our future, and I hope the legislature will work together to pass our Missouri First Map and critically needed IP reform.”
Democrats had anticipated Friday’s action and had a response ready.
“Trump puppet Mike Kehoe’s calling of a special session to steal a congressional seat for Republicans and gut Missourians’ constitutional right to enact laws through the initiative process marks the worst threat to the integrity of our state government since pro-slavery lawmakers voted for Missouri to join the Confederacy in 1861,” House Minority Leader Ashley Aune (D-Kansas City), said in a news release. “Missourians will not tolerate acts of electoral sabotage from their leaders nor silently allow Republicans to seize more power.”
The special session would start next week, one week before the annual veto session, which set for Sept. 10.
Kehoe’s news release on Friday called the map his office will present the “Missouri First” map. The map would still split Boone County, like the current map. But the new one would also split Jackson County — home to Kansas City.
Splitting Jackson County would fundamentally alter the Fifth Congressional District, one of two represented by Democrats in Missouri. Emanuel Cleaver, who holds that seat now, said in a statement that “truth is under assault.”
“President Trump’s unprecedented directive to redraw our maps in the middle of the decade and without an updated census is not an act of democracy – it is an unconstitutional attack against it,” Cleaver said. “This attempt to gerrymander Missouri will not simply change district lines, it will silence voices. It will deny representation. It will tell the people of Missouri that their lawmakers no longer wish to earn their vote, that elections are predetermined by the power brokers in Washington, and that politicians – not the people – will decide the outcome.”
Missouri is caught in a national push to get more Republican seats in the House of Representatives to boost their narrow majority. Missouri Republicans want to split up the Kansas City congressional district, a mostly blue district, which would give the GOP another seat.
President Donald Trump praised Missouri Republicans on Truth Social for talking about redistricting, according to a previous ABC 17 News report.
A screen capture of the map Gov. Mike Kehoe’s administration wants legislators to vote on.
The special session will also take up initiative petition reform, which would set stricter standards for statewide ballot issues — a Republican priority that has failed to make it through the last couple of regular legislative sessions.
Kehoe was at the announcement of a new partnership between Acculevel and three Missouri communities throughout the state on Friday morning in Jefferson City.
Acculevel repairs basements and foundations. The company has locations in Kennett, Sarcoxie and Smithville, Missouri.
The company is investing about $2.9 million at each location and adding about 41 jobs to each location, according to Michelle Hataway, Missouri Department for Economic Development director.
The governor also said he hasn’t received a direct request for the Missouri National Guard to aid police in Washington, D.C.
“We are working with Homeland Security on some processing issues with the National Guard,” Kehoe said, but didn’t elaborate.
Jesus Reyes
Update 08/31/25: Police have identified the victim as a 16-year-old male resident of Desert Hot Springs.
Desert Hot Springs Police Department Detectives and members of the Riverside County DistrictAttorney’s Office are investigating.
Original report:
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – One person is dead in what police believe was an accidental shooting in Desert Hot Springs, police confirmed.
The shooting was reported at around 5:15 p.m. on Ocotillo Road, near Ironwood Drive.
“Detectives are currently on scene conducting their investigation but there was a fatality in what appears to be an accidental shooting,” DHSPD Chief Steven Shaw told News Channel 3.
We have a crew at the scene that has confirmed police are placing tape at a home in the area.
We’re working on confirming additional information. Stay with News Channel 3 for continuing updates.
Briana Mathaw
SOLEDAD, Calif. (KION-TV) – The City of Soledad is facing a race against time to put $1.6 million in federal grant money to use, aiming to help young adults facing or at risk of homelessness in Monterey County.
The grant, part of the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP), was originally managed by a nonprofit that has since exited the region.
Now, Soledad has stepped in to manage the program and make sure the funds reach those who need them most.
“What we’re trying to do is bring stability to those children, maybe experiencing homelessness or, at risk of homelessness,” said Beatriz Trujillo, Soledad’s community and economic development director.
The YHDP targets individuals between the ages of 18 and 24. That includes single young adults and also young families, people who are often in transition and facing significant barriers to stability.
“Youth who are experiencing homelessness between the ages of 18 and 24. This could be, single individuals, but it can also be young families. So that age is a vulnerable age because we are entering into adulthood. People may not have enough work experience. It’s harder for people to have a better paying job,” said Beatriz Trujillo.
After the original nonprofit left the program behind, Soledad acted quickly by hiring a former program coordinator who had already been managing the funds.
“We hired a coordinator that happened to be the person managing this funds with BACS. So we thought that it was a good opportunity to hit the ground running, since we have a limited amount of time to spend the funds,” said Beatriz Trujillo.
Trujillo emphasized the importance of showing that there’s a local need for these services, not just to help now, but to keep the door open for future funding.
“We need to demonstrate that we have the need in the community. This type of funding is open for renewal. So if we show that there is a need in the community, we can apply to renew the funding for the next round of funding,” said Beatriz Trujillo.
The city plans to use the bulk of the grant for rental assistance and related moving costs.
“We can also pay for some of the moving cost. So that includes deposit, first month of rent. We can also pay for some of the expenses that people may need,” said Beatriz Trujillo.
“Most of the money is going to go to rental assistance and moving cost. This is one of the programs where it’s fully grant funded. If we run out of funding, we can place people in a waitlist,” said Beatriz Trujillo.
But once the grant runs out, the city’s ability to help becomes severely limited.
“We can try to provide referrals to other agencies that may be serving the same demographic, but unfortunately, there is no extra money other than this grant. So we can only use what is available through the rent,” said Beatriz Trujillo.
So that means, people are not going to be able to get the services, “Yes. Yeah,” said Beatriz Trujillo.
Spending the funds quickly, and wisely, is critical. If the money is used effectively, it could open the door to more support in the future.
“Spending the funds indicates to HUD that we actually have a need in the community. It’s that tight, that line. So we’ll do our best to spend as much money as possible. We will see what happens from it until December,” said Beatriz Trujillo.
The city has until December to use the entire $1.6 million. If they don’t meet that deadline, future funding could be in jeopardy.
