How a local organization is helping bridge voting access gaps

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) — While the Riverside County registrar of voters has expanded its options for ballot drop-offs and in-person voting, there are still gaps in the eastern Coachella Valley.

While there are locations in Mecca, unincorporated communities such as Thermal and North Shore are left without drop-off locations.

However, local organizations are working with voters in the Coachella Valley to expand access by providing transportation to those who need it.

For more information on receiving assistance getting to a voting center, stay tuned for the full story at 5 p.m.