Luis Avila

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — A dispute between a downtown Palm Springs restaurant owner and her landlord is drawing attention after a disagreement over a Pride poster displayed in the restaurant’s front window. Ashley Stein, co-owner of Saffron Restaurant and Lounge, says the property’s owners have repeatedly asked her to remove the poster since it

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) — Concerns are growing about what the county’s proposed budget could mean for residents living in Riverside County’s unincorporated communities. During budget discussions this week, Sheriff Chad Bianco warned county supervisors that without significantly more funding, his department could be forced to reduce staffing over the coming years — including cuts

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs City Council members approved a $4 million land purchase Wednesday that will pave the way for a new Fire Station No. 1 in downtown Palm Springs. The proposed agreement allows the city to acquire approximately 0.95 acres at the southwest corner of Andreas Road and North Indian Canyon

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – As preparations continue for Saturday’s Indio Pride celebration, questions are being raised after a local transgender advocacy organization said it was not invited to participate in the event. The controversy has drawn significant attention on social media, prompting discussions about representation and inclusion. The CEO and founder of the Transgender Health

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Last month, News Channel 3 reported on concerns from residents at Mountain View Apartments, a senior community in Cathedral City, who said a radio station property next door had become a potential fire hazard due to overgrown dry vegetation, towering tamarisk trees, and signs of trespassing. The City of Cathedral

CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) – A stretch of Interstate 10 in Cabazon was officially dedicated Friday in honor of three firefighters who lost their lives while battling the Broadway Fire in 2023. The ceremony, taking place at Casino Morongo, recognized Assistant Chief Josh Bischof, Captain Tim Rodriguez, and Pilot Tony Sousa for their service and sacrifice

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — A power outage that impacted thousands of Palm Springs residents Wednesday is now raising concerns as the Coachella Valley heads into the hottest months of the year. With temperatures expected to climb and air conditioners running around the clock, residents are wondering whether the power grid can handle the increased demand this

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents at a senior community in Cathedral City say they are worried an abandoned neighboring property could pose a serious fire danger. The concern centers around the former KGX Broadcast Center off Dinah Shore Drive — a property covered in dried vegetation and lined with towering tamarisk trees. Elizabeth Cunneff,

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Desert Hot Springs has approved a temporary ban on new dollar stores, a move city leaders say is aimed at encouraging more business diversity and attracting additional retail options for residents. The decision has sparked mixed reactions throughout the community, where some residents say dollar stores

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Families across the Coachella Valley are paying more this Memorial Day weekend as gas prices and cookout essentials continue to rise. California gas prices have climbed above $6 per gallon on average, with Riverside County prices near $6.05. At the grocery store, barbecue favorites like ground beef, steaks, hot dogs

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Members of the Muslim community across the Coachella Valley are reacting with grief and concern following Monday’s deadly shooting in San Diego. Leaders at the Islamic Society of Palm Springs say the tragedy has left many local worshippers shaken, while also reinforcing calls for unity and support during difficult times. Community

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – A construction site in Cathedral City’s Rio Vista neighborhood became the target of extensive vandalism after several pieces of heavy equipment were severely damaged late last week. Crews arriving at the site discovered shattered windows, broken mirrors, smashed headlights, and damaged control systems on multiple construction vehicles. Mario Crncic, COO

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Recent immigration enforcement activity across the Coachella Valley is beginning to impact local senior centers, where leaders say some older adults are now too afraid to leave their homes. News Channel 3 has reported on multiple immigration enforcement sightings and operations across the valley in recent days. Now, senior center

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Surveillance video captured the moment thieves broke into Alcorn Adaptive Bike & Mobility Shop in Palm Springs, leaving behind what the owner describes as devastating damage and an uncertain future for the small business. The video appears to show suspects rummaging through the cash register before stealing two e-bikes from

INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – Residents in Indian Wells say the sound of planes overhead has become an increasingly common disruption since new flight paths were introduced for arrivals into Palm Springs International Airport last year. “It has been [quiet], but recently with the planes flying overhead, not so much,” one resident said. The Federal

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A Desert Hot Springs Marine veteran says a trip home from Mexico turned traumatic after he was mistakenly detained at the U.S.–Mexico border. Harold Anthony Johnson says he was returning through the San Ysidro Port of Entry when U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers suddenly surrounded his vehicle with

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A surge in customers is giving local Latino-owned businesses a much-needed boost this Cinco de Mayo. At Taqueria El Guero in Indio, owner Jesus Banderas says the holiday is bringing in one of their busiest days since opening earlier this year. “Since we’ve opened, it’s been good for us,” Banderas

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — A troubling trend on the tracks. Authorities in Indio are urging residents to use extreme caution around railroad tracks after two people were killed in separate incidents within just over a week. The most recent crash happened Friday, May 1, shortly after 7 p.m. near Indio Boulevard and Clinton Street. The

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. — Dozens of demonstrators gathered across the Coachella Valley on Friday to mark International Workers’ Day, using the occasion to highlight concerns about economic pressures, workers’ rights, and policies they say are affecting working families. In Rancho Mirage, participants lined the streets holding signs and chanting in support of labor rights. Attendees