Luis Avila

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan to redraw California’s congressional districts is stirring political controversy across the state — and prompting strong reactions from local groups here in the Coachella Valley. The plan, part of what Newsom is calling the Election Rigging Response Act, would temporarily suspend California’s independent redistricting commission. According

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A new chapter for the Best Bookstore in Palm Springs begins as it officially reopens at its new location after weeks of air conditioning issues forced the owners to leave its former space. Last month, News Channel 3 spoke with Paul Carr, co-owner of the Best Bookstore, when the store’s

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – As animal shelters across the country continue to grapple with overcrowding, shrinking budgets, and growing demands, Animal Samaritans is turning to creativity — and humor — to help keep lifesaving programs alive. ‘Poorly Drawn Pets’ is back… and worse than ever. For a $20 donation, residents receive a one-of-a-kind portrait

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – A week has passed since the Robinson family lost nearly everything in a devastating house fire that broke out in La Quinta. News Channel 3 spoke exclusively with the father, Errin Robinson. He recounted the terrifying moment he learned about the fire. He immediately called his wife to make sure

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center has received a technology upgrade aimed at improving access to digital resources for the local community. The center was awarded more than $56,000 from the California Public Utilities Commission to enhance its technology offerings. The funding supported the addition of 16 new

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Evacuation orders remain for areas around the Rosa Fire, displacing people and animals. The Riverside County Department of Animal Services is assisting and taking in impacted animals at its Coachella Valley and San Jacinto shelters. “Our field team is out. They are able to go and rescue the pets that

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – A young female coyote named Athena, who was recovering after surviving a hit-and-run, is now in the custody of California Fish and Wildlife. Athena had been under the care of El Paseo Animal Hospital, where she underwent surgery to amputate her front right leg. But Dr. David Jeffrey, the veterinarian

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Drivers in Indio might notice a larger police presence Friday night. From 7 pm to 2 am, Indio Police will conduct a DUI saturation patrol, aiming to catch impaired drivers and keep roads safer. News Channel 3 joined Officer Viktor Custic for a ride-along to see firsthand how the operation works.

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Concerns are growing among local vendors at Palm Springs’ popular VillageFest as a new wave of tariffs begins to raise uncertainty. Some are worried about how the new tariffs could affect the cost of ingredients—and ultimately, their ability to keep prices affordable. Eri Nox, owner of the recently launched avocado-based

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Local health leaders are bracing for the effects of a new federal law that could make it harder for people to get the care they need. Congressman Raul Ruiz will meet with local healthcare leaders from Innercare, Desert Healthcare District, Tri-State Community Healthcare, and DAP Health. The roundtable will focus

YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A shakeup at the Yucca Valley Animal Shelter after months of public controversy. The shelter’s longtime manager stepping down, a promising sign for local advocates towards improving operations. Criticism of the Yucca Valley Animal Shelter began gaining momentum in January, when residents started attending council meetings to speak out about alleged

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Promising signs in the fight against the HIV epidemic. But officials warn cuts to public health funding could reverse this progress. Director of specialty services at DAP Health, Dr. Jason Halperin, says access comes down to cost. “The biggest barrier I see for my patients are actually fighting to get the

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents at the Ramon Mobile Home Park are grappling with the aftermath of a fire that damaged five homes Saturday afternoon. Some are now raising concerns about how the fire was fought. Authorities say five fire engines and two ambulances responded to the scene, working quickly to contain the blaze,

Update 7/23/25 – The Riverside Coroner’s Office has confirmed the identity of a man found dead this weekend as Benjamin Cole, a 42-year-old who had been missing since July 9. Officials say the exact date and time of his death remain unknown. Investigators also have not determined where the injury that led to his death

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents across the Coachella Valley taking a stand Thursday, joining a nationwide call to action. It’s part of “Good Trouble Lives On”, a movement honoring the legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis, and shining a spotlight on the continuing fight for equality and justice. Community members gathering at the

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Vector control officials will conduct anti-mosquito spraying to help prevent the spread of mosquito-borne viruses starting this week throughout the Coachella Valley. The Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District will operate the treatment on Saturdays from 1 a.m. to 7 a.m. starting on July 19 through Sept. 6. The agency

UPDATE 7/17/2025 – The Best Bookstore co-owner Paul Carr says he has signed a lease on a new space for the bookstore. He’ll be moving his business a few minutes away to 113 La Plaza in Palm Springs, next to White Llama Arts and Crafts from Peru. As of yet, there is no exact timeline