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kesqnews@noreply.comColonel Paige Middle School goes high tech
A new high-tech interactive program landed at Colonel Paige Middle School in La Quinta. On Tuesday, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the school’s new Garner Holt Animatronics & eSports Room. Officials with Desert Sands Unified School District said the animatronics would offer students hands-on experiences — including 3D printing, green screens, coding, and
Continue ReadingCity of Indio requests community input on Jefferson Street Project
The City of Indio is requesting community input on its plans for Jefferson Street improvements. The project runs along Jefferson Street between Avenue 38 and Varner Road. The city has three proposed projects, and it hopes to collect public feedback on bicycle and roadway improvements. Click here to learn more about the proposed projects. The
Continue ReadingMotorcyclist killed in crash, driver arrested in Desert Edge
Updated Post: California Highway Patrol confirmed a gray Dodge Charger was heading eastbound on Dillon Road and tried to make a left turn on Desert Crest Avenue. That’s when the motorcyclist of a Kawasaki, who was reportedly traveling westbound on Dillon, collided with the Charger. Investigators said the front of the motorcycle hit the right
Continue ReadingTwo injured in downtown Palm Springs park shooting
Updated Thursday night post: Investigators confirmed a fight between individuals, who appeared to be juveniles, broke out at Graffiti Park in Downtown Palm Springs; one person reportedly pulled out a gun and started shooting. Investigators confirmed at least two people were hit. Palm Springs Police officers were working the scene late Thursday night. Investigators said
Continue ReadingTraffic Alert: Indian Canyon closed at the wash in Palm Springs
News Channel 3 was tracking road closures in Palm Springs on a windy Thursday night. A News Channel 3 crew confirmed barricades were up at Indian Canyon at the wash. Drivers were seen looking for alternate routes in and out of the city. Meantime, Gene Autry Trail at the wash was still open at 7:00
Continue Reading2024 Safe and Supportive Schools Report Card released
Creating safe, inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ students and staff. The 2024 Safe and Supportive Schools Report Card was announced on Wednesday. It graded several California school districts — including Palm Springs Unified School District and Coachella Valley Unified School District. The report said PSUSD ranked in the top 75th percentile for districts that work to
Continue ReadingWatch & Win – Gonzaga vs USC
Be sure to watch News Channel 3 at 6am for the daily code word to enter for your chance to win tickets to the game on October 26th!
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