Luis Avila

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Concerns are continuing to mount over the effectiveness of the Gene Autry Trail Wind Wall, despite the project nearing official completion. News Channel 3 has received multiple viewer complaints, along with videos showing sand still accumulating along the stretch of road the wall was designed to protect. Residents say the

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Gusty winds whipping through the region are creating difficult conditions for outdoor workers. Local landscapers say the constant wind is picking up dirt and debris, reducing visibility and making it harder to breathe during shifts. Some workers might need to pause tasks or put on face coverings to cope with the conditions.

BANNING, Calif. (KESQ) – Concerns are growing in Banning after residents say individuals recently released from prison are being dropped off at a local bus stop, raising concerns about safety and transparency. The bus stop, located behind a shopping center, has become the focal point of the controversy. Teresa Craig, who owns a nearby estate

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – California marked its first Farmworkers Day, a change that is already stirring strong reactions across local communities. The new designation replaces the long-observed Cesar Chavez Day and comes amid recent sexual abuse allegations involving the late labor leader. While the claims have not been proven, they have prompted renewed scrutiny of

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As temperatures rise across Coachella Valley, local officials are warning residents and hikers that rattlesnake season is underway. Increased snake activity is common during the warmer months, bringing a higher chance of encounters along popular trails and desert paths. Wildlife experts emphasize that rattlesnake are not aggressive by nature and

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – California drivers could soon face record-breaking pain at the pump as fuel prices continue their steady climb, analysts warn. Ongoing conflict involving Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, sending crude prices higher and rapidly increasing costs at the pump. According to AAA, the state average is $5.82, an increase of

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – As temperatures climb across the Coachella Valley, advocates are warning of increasing dangers for the region’s homeless population, many of whom lack access to basic protections against extreme heat. Nationwide, studies show that individuals without shelter are significantly more vulnerable to heat-related illness and death. According to public health research,

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents across the Coachella Valley may be noticing more grasshoppers hopping around lately. Many locals say the insects seem more noticeable than usual. “This morning, we noticed one between the screen and the window and it was still alive, jumping around,” Scott Faries said. “We were able to tag team

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Local officials are stepping up enforcement ahead of the busy St. Patrick’s Day weekend as bars and restaurants prepare for large crowds celebrating the holiday. Local police departments across the valley say they will increase patrols. The heightened presence is aimed at preventing impaired driving and keeping public celebrations safe.

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) — Drivers across the Coachella Valley are feeling the strain as gas prices continue to climb, forcing many to adjust their budgets and driving habits. According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of gas in Riverside County has risen to about $5.29 — up from $4.84 just one week

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) is speaking with News Channel 3 about the long-planned Indian Canyon Drive bridge project in Palm Springs, highlighting its importance to regional transportation, current funding status, and anticipated timeline. The project would construct a bridge in the northern section of Indian Canyon Drive

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A long-planned bridge project in Palm Springs could face additional delays as a lawsuit raises environmental concerns. The proposed South Palm Canyon Bridge has been in development for nearly 20 years. City leaders say the bridge is critical for improving emergency access to residents in South Palm Springs, particularly during

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Cathedral City LGBT+ Days is celebrating its 10th anniversary from March 6–8, 2026, bringing a weekend of pride, entertainment, and community events. The milestone celebration marks a decade of honoring LGBTQ+ visibility and unity in the Coachella Valley. The event, known as California’s first Pride celebration of the year, will

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The U.S. Supreme Court has blocked part of a California policy that limits when parents are told if a student changes their gender identity at school. In a split decision, five conservative justices sided with parents who argue they have a constitutional right to be informed. The Court’s three liberal

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The war in Iran is drawing concerns here locally in the Coachella Valley. The Palm Springs Police Department released a community advisory Monday saying the department remains attentive to religious sites and cultural locations. They also emphasized there are no credible threats to Palm Springs at this time. Local synagogues

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Unseasonably warm temperatures are bringing an early taste of summer to the Coachella Valley, prompting local officials to remind residents and visitors to balance outdoor fun with heat safety. Despite the warmer weather, business owners say the early heat is also boosting local businesses, including PS Surf Club, where visitors