Athena Jreij

BLYTHE, Calif. (KESQ) – Palo Verde Hospital has bought itself another six months under Riverside County rule, but what progress is being made and what needs to change to keep its doors open?  Those are questions we asked Fourth District Supervisor Manuel Perez before he toured the city’s only hospital. “We already have $12.5 million.

BLYTHE, Calif. (KESQ) – After Palo Verde Healthcare District’s approval of Riverside County’s 180-day stabilization plan, Blythe officials say the difference is already noticeable. PVHD approved the plan in February, setting the stage for a county strike team, led by Riverside University Health, to lead administrative duties at the hospital for the next 6 months.

IDYLLWILD (KESQ) – Authorities sought the public’s assistance today in locating a 34-year-old Pennsylvania woman last seen in Idyllwild. Jennifer Sue Stoltzfus was last spotted February 28th in the 43000 block of Florida Ave in Hemet. Now, her family and missing persons advocate group , The RAD Movement, are working to keep her case in

WHITEWATER, Calif. (KESQ) – At Lost Creek Canyon Ranch, over a dozen rescued animals are teaching visitors how to properly care for livestock. “I would say there’s 22 equine, that includes the donkeys. Then we have two emus, three pigs, one mini cow and guinea fowl and and of course, our livestock guardian dogs,” Jeanne

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – After a 62-year-old woman was hit and killed earlier this week at Highway 111 and Frank Sinatra Drive, some residents are raising concerns about the intersection’s safety. News Channel 3 dug deeper into the story and found a string of recent deaths and major injury accidents at the roadway. On

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – After an Indio family lost everything in a house fire last week, one local business has stepped up to provide donations. Taqueria Mazatlan, located at 83598 Indio Boulevard, is providing a place for customers to donate in the shop. For owner Carlos Lopez, the fire hit a sore spot, after his

UPDATE as of 11 p.m. – Officials say 160 rooms and more than 300 guests have been evacuated from the Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort and Villas. Additionally, one employee was transported to the hospital for minor injuries. Fire crews are working with the city and hotel to find accommodations for guests. Officials say there

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The 26th Annual Modernism Show is welcoming over 100,000 attendees and dozens of designers to the Palm Springs Convention Center for an inside look at the hottest mid-century modern designs. The event kicks off a week of tours, lively celebrations and curated events for visitors and locals. Show producer Rosemary

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – An Indio family is left picking up the pieces after a devastating house fire destroyed their familial home, car and nearly all their belongings. Marina Garcia says her family, including her one-year-old son, are now left without a home after Monday’s fire. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. at the

Update: 02/09 Authorities say 24-year-old Tristan Mitchell has been found unharmed. Original report: 02/08 PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Authorities are looking for 24-year-old Tristan Mitchell, who was last seen in the 1900 block of North Palm Canyon Drive. Mitchell is reported to be 5’9, 130 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Thousands of cyclists descended on Palm Springs Friday evening for the 28th annual Tour de Palm Springs bike ride. The ride kicks off Saturday morning, taking riders from downtown all the way to Coachella and back. A big part of Friday’s celebration was highlighting the charitable causes behind the ride,

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) – Reflecting on the past year, Riverside County says progress has been made in life-saving efforts. In their bi-monthly animal commission meeting, officials say live-release rates increased in 2025, from 71.2% to 78.5%, along with adoption and foster rates. However, they say a lot of work still needs to be done,

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s been nearly two weeks since Renova Energy announced their acquisition by MycroGrid, an investor-backed company also owned by Renova CEO Vincent Battaglia.  News Channel 3’s Athena Jreij first broke the story exclusively in January, and has since received multiple calls from concerned customers and former employees that were let