Marcos Icahuate
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – The Imperial Valley Symphony will be performing a special memoriam in November.
The performance planned for November 15 is dedicated to playing Shostakovich’s music.
The tribute will be played at Southwest High School’s Jimmie Canon Theater.
You can buy tickets for $15 here.
Marcos Icahuate
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Gila Ridge High School announced its campus will be closed on Friday, August 29.
The school is working on fixing a broken pipe for air conditioning.
Students will continue to attend class through the Canvas Learning Management System.
Practices and athletic events for fall sports and events will continue.
The school is reminding students that the campus is closed on September 1 for Labor Day.
Marcos Icahuate
SAN LUIS, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A local hospital partners with a family-owned construction company to build a new medical center in San Luis, Arizona.
Onvida Health chose to work with Pilkington Construction of Yuma.
The hospital operation president says the goal with this partnership is to create a positive impact in Yuma County.
“We are not only dedicated to providing good health care in yuma but we know that providing an economic impact in yuma county is significant. We want to see yuma grow not just health care wise, but as a community,” said Jake Childs, Onvida Health hospital operations president.
The state of the art medical center is set to open its doors in early 2027.
Gavin Nguyen
THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Valley residents faced another busy travel day on Monday as the Labor Day weekend came to a close.
The American Automobile Association (AAA) predicted Palm Springs would be another very popular travel destination for folks bound from Los Angeles and San Diego ahead of the holiday. Valley residents felt the push, with big crowds in places like Downtown Palm Springs all weekend long.
The I-10 headed westbound began bunching up as early as 10:00 a.m. Monday morning. On its website, AAA stated 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. are typically the worst hours to drive for the holiday. Traffic began thinning out in Whitewater by 5:00 p.m., though some delays further west near Cabazon remained through that hour.
Some travelers, like Marilyn McAlister, were fortunate enough to take the road less traveled. McAlister and her husband, from El Centro, were visiting their daughter in Buena Park to celebrate her baby shower.
“We’ve been going against the traffic. We haven’t had any problems. No major accidents. So, yeah, our traveling has been relatively smooth,” recounted as the couple filled up at an Arco in Cathedral City.
Others who came into Palm Springs from Orange County, like Nathan Shackelford, said, “I got here on Friday evening. The traffic wasn’t really that bad. There [were] little pockets … I’m going to take I-10 back and try and beat some traffic.”
Stay with KESQ for the latest on traffic conditions as travelers make their last trips of the summer.
City News Service
UPDATE 9/2/2025 – California Highway Patrol authorities are reporting that the two women on horseback involved in the crash were riding with a group of people along eastbound State Route 371 at Contreras Road.
They say one of the horses was spooked and went into the roadway. Monique Morton, who was killed in the crash, had followed the horse and rider into the road to assist with getting it back to the group.
At the same time, the driver of the car traveling westbound on 371 collided with the horses and riders. Officers say the driver did not see the horses or their riders in the roadway, and both riders were ejected onto the roadway. Officers add that both horses are deceased as a result of the crash, but no details were given on whether or not it was necessary to euthanized the horses.
The second rider received major injuries and was airlifted to Desert Regional Medical Center.
CHP says at this time, alcohol or drugs do not appear to have played a factor in the crash, which remains under investigation.
They ask anyone with information on the crash to contact the California Highway Patrol San Gorgonio Pass Area office at 951-846-5300.
ANZA, Calif. (KESQ) – A rider and two horses were killed when a vehicle plowed into them along Highway 371 in Anza, authorities said today.
The fatalities occurred just after 9 p.m. Sunday on the westbound 371, near Bailiff Road, according to the California Highway Patrol and Riverside County Fire Department.
Authorities said a 70-year-old driver traveling at an unconfirmed speed ran into the equines and rider, identified as 48-year-old Monique Morton of Anza.
She was pronounced dead at the scene by county fire paramedics 20 minutes later. It was unclear whether the horses died from the impact or were humanely euthanized due to their injuries.
A second rider, identified as a 34-year-old woman from Temecula, was airlifted to the hospital with major injuries.
No other details were immediately available, including the condition of the motorist and whether the CHP believes alcohol or drugs played a part in the crash.
The two-lane highway was partially shut down until the predawn hours Monday while a preliminary investigation was conducted.
Anyone with information relevant to the investigation was asked to contact the Indio CHP office at 760-772-8938.
Seth Ratliff
SMOOT, Wyo. (KIFI) — Fire crews are making progress on the Willow Creek fire. In a release this morning, Bridger-Teton National Forest rangers confirmed that the fire is now 38% contained.
The fire has only grown to around 65 acres since August 29, reaching 4065 acres today, according to the release.
Today, crews on the north end are working directly on the fire line to put out hot spots and secure the perimeter. On the east side, hoses and sprinklers have been set up near structures, ready to be used if the fire approaches, according to the release.
Evacuation zones remain at a ‘SET’ status, meaning residents should be prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice. The affected areas are from milepost 75 south to Salt Pass and west of Highway 89, from Reeves-Schwab Lane south to Gomm’s Pond. To sign up for notifications, click HERE.
Claire Elmer
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Labor Day, demonstrators gathered across the country to call for fair wages and greater support for workers over billionaires. In Central Oregon, protests took place in Bend, Redmond, and Sisters.
The AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations) is one of the main organizers of the event. On their website, they posted the message: “In the streets and on the shop floor, in union halls and the halls of Congress, working people are rising up, speaking out and fighting for an economy, a government and a country for the people—not the billionaires.”
KTVZ spoke with Cyndi Davis, volunteer with 50501 Central Oregon, at the Bend event.
“We are representing the workers of this country that have created our billionaires. And we think that it’s only fair and just that that money trickle down to the people actually doing the work,” said Davis.
Organizers say the event is about more than raising awareness, it’s about building community and giving people ways to take action.
“There are a lot of people frustrated with what’s happening. This gives us an opportunity to come together and also to inspire other people to use their voice,” said Davis.
Protesters handed out information on letter-writing campaigns, local causes, and monthly demonstrations aimed at keeping the momentum going.
“We always list local causes that are being impacted by what’s happening, how you can help, and we update that every month,” said Davis.
The hope of organizers and protesters is to see more people speaking up and to keep the conversation going beyond the holiday.
Matthew Sanders
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
Central Columbia’s Wilkes Boulevard Methodist Church will close next year, but a day center for homeless people will continue to operate out of the building.
Church leadership wrote in a Facebook post over the weekend that the church itself will close next summer “after more than a century of ministry in Columbia.”
The church started the Turning Point day center, but the operation has since been organized into its own non-profit organization, the church wrote. That operation will continue until the day center moves to the city’s Opportunity Campus, which is expected to open next year.
Wilkes Boulevard pastor, the Rev. Andrew McCausland, said in a statement that the need for meaning, justice, and community remains despite fewer people in church.
“That spirit lives on through Turning Point, which will continue to embody our call to love God and neighbor in Columbia. And that spirit lives on through all the faithful congregants who will take Wilkes Boulevard’s heart of service and love to new places of worship,” McCausland said.
Luis Avila
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — As Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, local businesses are beginning to shift into high season — a time that typically brings an influx of tourists and a much-needed boost in revenue. Despite concerns earlier in the year, many local business owners say the summer turned out stronger than expected. Still, some are approaching the new season with cautious optimism.
As Palm Springs transitions from summer into its traditionally busy fall and winter seasons, one key question remains: will Canadian snowbirds return in their usual numbers?
Earlier this year, some Canadian travelers told News Channel 3 they were reconsidering their annual winter trips to the U.S., citing concerns over political tensions and divisive rhetoric.
Jaime Rodriguez, manager at Crazy Shirts, says he remains hopeful but realistic.
“We’re hoping to get all of our snow birds back, how it normally goes. I know it’s not 100 percent guaranteed right now.”
Jaime Rodriguez, Crazy Shirts Manager
A significant drop in Canadian visitors could pose a challenge for businesses that rely heavily on winter tourism. Many say they’re used to riding out the slower months and counting on the high season to carry them through.
Darren Fishman, owner of the newly opened Gelato-A-Go-Go, says that safety net is crucial.
“I think most businesses gear up knowing you’re going to have a high season and a low season. If summer was all year round, I don’t think it would be ideal for most businesses. They can weather the summer season by having good on seasons.”
Darren Fishman, Gelato-A-Go-Go Owner
For now, local business owners are focusing on maintaining momentum and encouraging both residents and tourists to support local.
Stay with News Channel 3 for more.
News Team
REXBURG, Idaho (KIFI) — Starting this Wednesday, September 3rd, the Rexburg soup kitchen will once again be serving hot, nourishing meals at the VFW building. Whether you need a warm plate of food or some pantry items to take with you, everyone is welcome.
In an effort to restock their shelves for the fall and winter seasons, the organization will host a food donation drive this Saturday, September 6th, from 10 a.m. to noon. The community is encouraged to bring unopened pantry items to the back of the VFW building.
For those interested in volunteering or learning more, additional information can be found at justserve.org or the soup kitchen’s official website at rexburg-soup-kitchen.square.site/.
