Dakota Makinen

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A new study suggests the path to homeownership is getting longer for many Californians. According to a report from SmartAsset, the average Californian now needs nearly 14.7 years to save for a down payment on a home — about a year and a half longer than it took a decade

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile rolled into Palm Springs ahead of a special night at Palm Springs Stadium. Fans will have the chance to see the 27-foot-long vehicle up close during Friday night’s Palm Springs Power game. The event also features Oscar Mayer “Hotdoggers,” who travel the country promoting the

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As more people head to Coachella Valley hiking trails during the early morning hours to beat the heat, wildlife experts are reminding the public that it’s also peak rattlesnake activity. The warning comes after an unusually early spike in rattlesnake bites across California. According to the California Poison Control System,

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The California Highway Patrol is increasing patrols across the state for the Fourth of July holiday weekend after last year’s holiday period saw more than 850 speed-related crashes statewide. CHP Officer David Torres says officers will be watching for speeding, aggressive and impaired drivers. The Maximum Enforcement Period runs from

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)- As families get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to prepare for the holiday before the fireworks begin. Dr. Michael Hyder with VEG ER for Pets says fireworks are just one of several concerns this time of year. Emergency veterinarians also see pets suffering from

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Amateur radio operators from the Desert RATS gathered at the Cathedral City Library for ARRL Field Day, an event focused on emergency communications and disaster preparedness. The annual exercise gives ham radio operators a chance to practice communicating without relying on cell service, internet or the power grid — skills

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — While summer is typically one of the slowest seasons for tourism in the Coachella Valley, the Palm Springs International ShortFest is helping bring visitors to the desert. The festival attracts filmmakers, industry professionals and moviegoers from around the world, generating business for local hotels, restaurants and shops during the summer

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — City leaders, police officers, and community members gathered this morning to break ground on a new $45 million police headquarters in Indio. The facility will serve as the new central hub for the Indio Police Department and is part of the city’s expanding Public Safety Campus. According to city officials, the

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A recent case involving NBC’s Savannah Guthrie’s mother is sparking conversations about senior safety and the challenges some older adults face while living independently. In the Coachella Valley, where many retirees call home, News Channel 3 spoke with local seniors and a security expert about simple precautions, safety technology and

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)- For many teenagers, a summer job is a first step toward independence — a chance to earn money, gain experience, and build skills for the future. But as summer gets underway, some teens say finding that first opportunity is becoming more difficult. Across the country, young workers are facing a more

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — As communities across the country prepare to celebrate Juneteenth, News Channel 3 took to the streets to find out how much local residents know about the holiday and its significance in American history. Some events taking place this weekend to celebrate Juneteenth: Juneteenth Pageant Join the Palm Springs Black History

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – Two Holocaust-related artifacts discovered among donated items at a local Revivals resale store will be donated to the Tolerance Education Center in Rancho Mirage Thursday. According to DAP Health, volunteers sorting donations found a Star of David badge and paper currency from the Lodz Ghetto dating back to 1940. The

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As Pride Month continues, experts at the Betty Ford Center are raising awareness about the mental health and substance use challenges impacting LGBTQIA+ individuals. Research shows LGBTQIA+ people experience higher rates of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and trauma, as well as higher rates of substance use disorders compared