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10 people killed in a racially motivated mass shooting at a Buffalo supermarket, police say. The 18-year-old suspect is in custody
CNN, WKBW By Artemis Moshtaghian, Shimon Prokupecz and Emma Tucker, CNN Ten people were killed in a racially motivated mass shooting at a supermarket…
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Desert Sands Unified School District Trustee Jacob Alvarez removed, Special election called
The Riverside County Superintendent of Schools has confirmed to News Channel 3 that newly appointed Desert Sands Trustee Jacob Alvarez has been…
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When to watch: Details on the March 29 drawing for the 2022 St. Jude Dream home
There’s still time to buy your ticket for the 2022 St. Jude Dream Home. News Channel 3 is proud to partner with St. Jude to help families whose…
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Riverside County reports 1,132 new Coronavirus cases while most other metrics also continue to rise.
Riverside County on Thursday reported 1,132 new Coronavirus cases over the past 24 hours. While the county reported 0 new deaths other metrics…
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The iconic ‘Purple Room’ in Palm Springs will reopen on August 31
After being closed for 16 months, Michael Holmes’ Purple Room will reopen at the end of August. Holmes and a full season of internationally renowned…
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UPDATE: Palm Springs cuts ties with Well In The Desert; Well President responds
The City of Palm Springs cut its ties with a homeless services agency Well In The Desert Thursday evening. The city council voted in agreement in…
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Two-vehicle crash in Whitewater
Breaking news Saturday morning, CAL Fire firefighters were at the scene of a two-vehicle crash in Whitewater. This was near eastbound Interstate 10,…
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North Gene Autry closed due to crash
The Palm Springs Police Department said North Gene Autry between east Via Escuela and Salvia road is closed. This is after a major traffic collision…
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Three people displaced from their home after fire breaks out in the attic of a Palm Desert home
Three people are out of their home Saturday morning after a fire tore through the attic. Firefighters said they responded just after midnight to the…
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Happy Mother’s Day from KESQ!
KESQ News Channel 3 wants to wish you a Happy Mother’s Day! Check out this shoutout to some of the mothers of our staff…
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The McCallum Theatre announces 2021-2022 season
Intermission is almost over at The McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert! The theatre said they will begin selling tickets this Thursday, May 13 at 6 p.m.…
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One person killed in rollover crash in Whitewater
Cal Fire and the California Highway Patrol are on the scene of a deadly roll-over crash in Whitewater. This is on eastbound I-10 near highway 62.…
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Heavy police activity reported overnight in Coachella
Update: Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed one man has died after a late-night shooting in Coachella. Deputies said that person had…
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Palm Springs Police close portion of North Gene Autry Trail during crash investigation
North Gene Autry Trail is closed from Via Escuela to Salvia road on Saturday morning while the Palm Springs Police Department investigates the scene…
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DSUSD hosts vaccination clinic for staff, families and friends
The Desert Sands Unified School District (DSUSD) will be holding a vaccination clinic on Saturday, April 24 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m at La Quinta High…
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DSUSD school board votes to bring seniors back to campus four days a week
A proposal to bring all Desert Sands Unified School District (DSUSD) students back onto its campus four days a week failed Tuesday night. The…
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