Needles California News

11/05/2024

The forecast for Needles, California, this week includes mostly sunny and mild weather, with daytime highs ranging from the low 70s to around 80°F and cooler nights in the 40s and 50s. Notably, Wednesday and Thursday will bring stronger winds, with gusts up to 25 mph at times, especially in the afternoon. These windy days will come alongside cooler temperatures, with highs in the upper 60s to low 70s and clear skies. The chance of rain remains low throughout the week.

11/04/2024

Lost dog by of Harris Motors heading south Towards Auto Zone

10/25/2024

Needles High school wins their senior night against Green Valley Christian 44-0. Giving the Mustangs a 8-0 undefeated streak, securing the first round of playoffs at home feild.

10/21/2024

It's not just clouds on the horizon this morning. A vegetation fire ignited around 3:00 a.m. last night, and firefighters from Mohave Valley and Golden Shores are working to contain it. The fire is burning between County Route 1 and 5 Mile Landing, and North D**e, and County Route 1 is temporarily closed. The fire has burned 200 acres so far.

10/19/2024

The Needles Mustangs emerged victorious against the Lincoln County Linx with a score of 25-6, maintaining their undefeated record at 7-0.

10/09/2024

09/19/2024

THE VENTURA CIRCUS IS COMING TO NEEDLES

October 10-21 the Ventura Circus is coming to Needles. Ventura Circus presents “The Dream”. Ventura Circus is coming to a city near you! Featuring all the classics of a real American family circus!

Wholesome family fun – Ventura Circus features a variety of renowned artists from around the world. Ventura Circus is fun for the entire family.

https://venturacircustickets.com/city/needles-ca/

09/11/2024

We’re thrilled to welcome our new automotive teacher, Ronnie Tieman. After teaching for five years in our local community NUSD is ready for hands-on learning and expert guidance.

09/11/2024

Timelapse of the Line Fire posted by San Bernardino County Fire. Keller Peak 1 camera. 9/10/24

09/11/2024

On this 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, we pay tribute to the 2,996 victims, including those on American Airlines Flight 11, United Airlines Flight 175, American Airlines Flight 77, and United Airlines Flight 93, and remember the tragic events that changed the world forever.

09/11/2024

Smoke from the “Line Fire” near San Bernardino and West of Needles. has traversed to Needles, creating the appearance of a bright red sun. Be prepared for poor air quality in the coming week.

08/31/2024

Needles football wins 35-0! Now 3-0 on the season following a victory over Monument Valley.

08/22/2024

At 709 PM PDT /709 PM MST/, California Highway Patrol reported roadway flooding on US95 south of Needles with area washouts reported. Additional heavy rain has fallen west of Needles near Goffs and is contributing to a continued flood risk along US95 between Needles and the Nevada state line.

08/22/2024

Emergency Alert

National Weather Service: A FLASH FLOOD WARNING is in effect for this area until 8:30
PM PDT. This is a dangerous and life-threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel unless you are fleeing an area subject to flooding or under an evacuation order.

08/11/2024

WEATHER UPDATE:

HEAVY THUNDERSTORMS AND RAIN, be aware of dangerous road conditions and flash flooding

07/29/2024

Boat fire near Jack Smith park. More photos will be published soon.

07/27/2024

Welcome back to 🇺🇸American🇺🇸 soil, Gunnar Powell! While on deployment this Hometown Hero earned several awards including:
Combat Action Ribbon
Global War on Terrorism - Expeditionary
Global War on Terrorism - Service
Navy Unit Commendation Metal
Sea Service Ribbon
Congratulations! We are so proud of you! 🇺🇸

07/27/2024

Heavy Traffic on I-40 East into Needles, CHP Reports Possible Hit and Run near Essex and Goffs, Please Exercise Caution.

UPDATE: New information, train hits car.

07/25/2024

07/23/2024

WEATHER ALERT: 7-23-2024

NEEDLES IS UNDER A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING, POSSIBLE HAIL UP TO ONE INCH IN DIAMETER AND 60 MPH WIND GUSTS.

weather information by: TheWeatherChannel

07/23/2024

WEATHER ALERT:

STRONG WIND GUSTS AND LIGHTNING WITH POSSIBLE RAIN.

STAY OFF THE ROADS IF POSSIBLE, power might go out in some areas.

07/14/2024

MEDAL OF VALOR: CAPTAIN ROSS TARANGLE

On the evening of Thursday, February 23, 2023, Captain Ross Tarangle was just getting off work from the Colorado River Station and noticed heavy smoke from a nearby residential area in Needles. Ross drove toward the smoke and found a residence was on fire.

Ross was the first one there and notified Sheriff’s dispatch of the fire. A neighbor told Ross he heard someone from inside the residence screaming for help. The garage was fully engulfed and started to spread to the rest of the residence. Several rounds of ammunition and multiple cans of gasoline that were stored in the garage began to explode.
Ross could hear a woman screaming for help from inside the residence. Ross knew he couldn’t wait, and he immediately entered the residence.

Ross found the female who was a quadriplegic and bed ridden. He also found the females elderly father, who was too weak to escape, let alone help his daughter out of the residence. Ross was able to carry the female to safety and without hesitation re-entered the burning residence. Ross was able to help the male to safety and reunite him with his daughter.

Ross’ quick reactions and courageous measures were instrumental in saving the lives of the father and daughter, proving no matter how high the rank, the deputy sheriff-ing never goes away.

07/14/2024

MEDAL OF VALOR: DEPUTY JEREMY DERUITER

On the afternoon of Monday, August 14, 2023, Deputy Jeremy Deruiter was on patrol at the Colorado River Station, Parker Dam area when he conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle code violation. The driver was identified as a violent wanted subject and he fled leading Jeremy on a high-speed pursuit.

After 22 miles, the suspect slowed his vehicle, aimed at the aqueduct, and jumped from the moving vehicle. The suspect fled on foot and the vehicle came to rest in the water-filled aqueduct. Jeremy began chasing after the suspect until he realized there was a young child in the vehicle.

Jeremy went back to the now sinking vehicle and noticed a 6-year-old child was strapped into a car seat and unable to escape the vehicle that was quickly filling with water. Jeremy jumped into the flowing aqueduct in full gear and used his RCB-baton to break the vehicles window. Jeremy was able to rescue the child just as the passenger compartment filled with water.

Once ensuring the child was safe, Jeremy coordinated the efforts to locate the wanted suspect and the suspect was apprehended a short time later.

Jeremy’s ability to remain calm during the high-speed pursuit, coupled with his ability to continuously observe his surroundings led him to the discovery of the child which was instrumental in saving the child’s life.

07/14/2024

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