QUESTION OF THE DAY: Who came out of the Alaska summit with the upper hand?

KMIZ on August 18, 2025

Matthew Sanders

President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin met Friday for a summit in Anchorage, Alaska.

The key topic: the war in Ukraine.

Trump failed to secure the ceasefire he’d been aiming for, with Putin making no promises beyond continuing the talks. The meeting ended with brief statements from each leader and no questions taken.

The abrupt end to the summit has led to speculation about what was said and who came out in a better negotiating position as Trump tries to end the war in Ukraine — the deadliest on European soil since World War II.

Who do you think came out with the upper hand? Let us know by voting in the poll.

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Motorcycle, car collide on Highway 97 in Bend; one injured

KTVZ on August 18, 2025

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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Bend Police have confirmed a motorcycle and car collided late this afternoon near the Les Schwab Tire Center, just off South Highway 97.

The crash happened sometime before 6 p.m. Sergeant Scott Salvage with Bend Police says very little information can be released right now, but one person was injured and taken to the hospital.

The cause of the collision has not been determined, and the situation remains under active investigation.

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Custom Canines working to support veterans living with PTSD

KESQ on August 18, 2025

Shay Lawson

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – About 8% of U.S. veterans have been diagnosed with PTSD at some point of their lives according to current estimates by Hill and Ponton a leading law firm.

The firm says that percentage is possibly higher among those who served in recent conflicts or are registered with the VA, which repots 7% of veterans will have PTSD.

In the Coachella Valley Custom Canines, a nonprofit, is working to provide support to Veterans and other individuals living with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

For anyone interested in more information about the organization, contact Bob@customcanines.org.

Stay with News Channel 3 at 10 and 11 p.m. to hear from the organization and a patient.

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Investigators cannot rule out foul play in disappearance of Cabazon baby, SBCSD says

KESQ on August 18, 2025

Garrett Hottle

CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) Investigators “cannot rule out foul play” in the disappearance of 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro after finding “inconsistencies” in the child’s mother’s statement, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said in a press release.

Deputies were dispatched at 7:47 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14 to a retail business in Yucaipa after the child’s mother, Rebecca Haro, reported she was physically assaulted by an unknown male and rendered unconscious while she stood outside her vehicle changing her child’s diaper; when she awoke, Emmanuel was gone, the department said.

Deputies and K-9 units from San Bernardino and Riverside counties responded and began an extensive search, but Emmanuel was not located, according to the department.

Based on the circumstances, the Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division responded and assisted with the case, the department said. Investigators interviewed multiple individuals, including Emmanuel’s parents, Jake and Rebecca Haro, the department said.

During those interviews, Rebecca was confronted with inconsistencies in her initial statement and declined to continue with the interview, the department said. At this point in the investigation, investigators are unable to rule out foul play in Emmanuel’s disappearance, according to the department.

Investigators will continue their investigation to locate Emmanuel Haro, the department said.

This is a developing story. News Channel 3 will update you with new information as soon as we get it.

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Cog Railway employee in critical condition; locals concerned

KRDO on August 18, 2025

Marina Garcia

MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – On August 16th, police say an employee of the Pikes Peak Cog Railway was beaten in the parking lot, located at 515 Ruxton Avenue, sending them to the hospital in critical condition.

We spoke with neighbors, and they say they haven’t seen anything like this in decades.

One family told us they have lived in their home for thirty years, and for other homeowners, it has been even longer, making the community very tight-knit.

“It’s just very worrisome to hear something that violent and actually occurring in the daytime, you would expect something at night, but in the broad daylight, that’s very concerning,” says Byron Bell. “When something like that gets brought to light, it just caught me off guard.”

Bell says he and his family are now staying on their toes, thinking twice before walking towards the cog rail.

Manitou Springs Police Department says two persons of interest in the case have been located, but no arrests have been made, and the assault is still being investigated. They say the employee is still in the hospital tonight and is in critical condition.

FURTHER COVERAGE: Persons of interest identified after assault at Cog Railway, victim in critical condition

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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Reopens After Weeklong Closure

KESQ on August 18, 2025

Timothy Foster

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is back open after being closed for more than a week due to electrical issues.

The shutdown began Friday, August 8, when technicians discovered a malfunctioning motor contactor, a component that provides power between the tram drive and motor. Repairs were delayed while crews located the replacement part. Once installed, the tramway underwent testing before reopening on Saturday.

The reopening comes just weeks before the tramway’s scheduled annual maintenance closure. The last day of operation will be September 7, with reopening planned for October 13. Projects during the closure will include replacing one of the tram’s cables, repainting, repaving, and other refurbishments.

The tramway is now running on its regular schedule, operating daily from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Visitors can enjoy cooler mountain temperatures, hiking trails, restaurants, gift shops, and scenic views.

August has also been designated as First Responders Month at the tramway. Free admission for police, fire, and EMT personnel, along with discounted entry for up to four guests, has been extended through September 7 to account for time lost during the closure.

Several seasonal events are scheduled in the coming months, including the annual Tram Road Challenge in October, the debut of an Autumn Fest celebration, and the snow guessing contest beginning October 1.

For more information, visit pstramway.com.

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1924 Hispano-Suiza takes 2025 Best of Show at Pebble Beach’s Concours d’Elegance

KION on August 18, 2025

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Hundreds of historic cars showcased on the central coast this week, all leading up to today. Fans flocking to marvel at the unique models — from future concepts to classics and vintage.

A 1924 Hispano-Suiza H6C took home the title as the 2025 Best of Show, a decision that many there said took longer than expected, considering the many qualified contenders. 

A week filled with the most exotic and classic cars — plus people from all over the world — ending on a high note Sunday at the concours d’elegance.

“I’ve always liked cars since I was a kid, but never looked at engine specs,” says Leonel Lopez. “ I own a Mustang GT so that’s my project car. I love knowing what the engines do and how they perform better.” 

Leonel shares that his favorite part is seeing concept cars from various brands. He says it’s the second time he has come to Concours d’elegance as a birthday gift of sorts. For others like Robert Kauffman, it’s a yearly destination. 

“We come to Pebble Beach every year. This is better than Christmas week for us. We come all the time,”  he says, adding he had a car showcased at this edition of the annual event.  

From old to new, car owners, admirers, and enthusiasts flock to Pebble Beach’s 18th fairway to see who will be named best in show. Many of them see a reflection of their childhood among the cars. 

“For me, it’s kinda a father-son thing,” says Chris Mollen. “I’ve done this with my dad my entire life. He has collected cars and buys anything antique, anything that is not new, basically.” For fans, the cars are what attract them, but in the end, it’s family fun and tradition that keep them coming back.

“There are a lot of people who are very fortunate here, and it’s good that they give back and share with the community,” adds  Kauffman. “This is a big burden on the place, you can see just driving around Carmel yesterday, it’s a bit of chaos.”  But that chaos is all for a good cause —  the Concours d’elegance Foundation, saying each year, the event raises enough funds to help nearly 10-thousand youth across Monterey County. Among the foundations’ main benefactors, over 95 youth-based programs all around the county. 

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Pedestrian injured in two vehicle crash in Indio

KESQ on August 18, 2025

Shay Lawson

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)  – A traffic collision in Indio left two people injured Sunday afternoon.

CAL FIRE said the crash happened at Clinton St. and Miles Ave. just after 12 p.m.

Courtesy: Esmeralda Orozco

Firefighters responded to the two-vehicle traffic collision where one pedestrian was pinned after the car left the roadway. Crews successfully extricated the patient.

First responders said one patient with serious injuries and another patient with minor injuries were transported to a local hospital.

Stay with News Channel 3 for any updates in this developing story.

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Columbia small businesses give back at community back-to-school events Sunday

KMIZ on August 18, 2025

Marie Moyer

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)

K-12 students were leaving the Armory Sports and Recreation Center and Cosmo Park with backpacks, sharp pencils, and even sharper hairstyles Sunday after two local Columbia businesses hosted two back-to-school events.

This year marked the 5th annual Renz Blendz Barbershop event at the rec center and the first-ever Broadway Hair Company event at Cosmo Park. While both events were separate, the organizers had the same mission: to prepare students for school, even if that meant through the confidence of a fresh haircut.

“A simple haircut just really elevates your confidence,” Owner of Broadway Hair Company Morgan Boyles said, “Being able to give a student a haircut right before school starts, you can imagine how that can help them on their first day.”

Along with haircuts, both events also had school supplies, backpacks, and new clothes. The Renz Blendz event also had new sneakers and provided braiding and nail polish for visitors.

“It’s just a boost of self-confidence and every kid gets to go back feeling special, and feeling good, looking good,” Second-time Renz Blendz volunteer Shaina Luvlee said.

Broadway Hair Company had children’s books and board games, and held a gift card giveaway.

This comes as some parents are feeling the strain on their wallet from rising school supplies prices.

According to the National Retail Federation, total expected spending for K-12 students this year is up by around $600,000 from 2024. The NRF also reported that families budget most for electronics, followed by clothes then shoes.

Deloitte found that the average expected cost for students is $570 per child for the 2025 school year.

All items available at the events, including the food, were donated or sold by local businesses in the community.

“This is a light that I think that the community really needs right now,” Boyles said. “No matter what the world is going through, we can still come together at the end of the day, especially for our children.”

Columbia Public School District’s Jump-Start Day for 6th and 9th grade students is Monday with the rest of the students beginning classes on Tuesday.

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D-91 budget negotiations recap

KIFI on August 17, 2025

Noah Farley

UPDATED 10:38 a.m. Aug 18:

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) — Monday, August 18, is Back to School Night for School District #91, but it comes as the district and the Idaho Falls Education Association are still working on a contract.

In July, the Education Association said they were not happy with the budget D-91 presented to them.

Jake Snarr said the Education Association is trying to set up another meeting with D-91 to discuss contracts and budgeting. They are not planning to strike. Teachers will still be working when the new school year starts on Wednesday.

“Essentially, it was just a number that they put across the table. It was about $35.3 million. They’re saying that they’re okay with anything that we do within that $35.3 million, but it’s up to us to figure out where all that money goes,” said IFEA negotiator, Jake Snarr.

D-91 said the board proposed a different approach to the budget this year with a new method meant to let the Education Association decide how the money would be distributed.

“Giving that to the teachers to allocate in a way that they think would best meet their teachers’ needs,” said D-91 Superintendent Karla LaOrange. “So it is different, but it is still a proposal and one that has been used effectively in other districts.”

The organizations had another hours-long meeting on August 1, where D-91 reached a tentative wage agreement with teachers.

IFEA later voted to reject the proposal. On August 13, dozens of teachers and supporters gathered outside the Idaho Falls School District Office to express that they don’t feel valued or supported.

“We’ve made a number of proposals related to both financial and non-financial items,” Snarr said. “What we’re hearing from our members is both of those things are important. Through [these] negotiations, we have worked as a team to do what we can. But ultimately, this decision is up to our members.”

With a new school year upon us, D-91 and the teachers’ union are expected to resume their negotiations and try to come to a new agreement.

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