Luis Avila

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – A deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday is sending shockwaves through Muslim communities, including the Coachella Valley. Members of the Islamic Society of Palm Springs said the tragedy has deeply affected local worshippers. Faith leaders are expressing grief and concern over rising anti-Muslim violence. Community leaders

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) – The Cathedral City Senior Center says attendance has declined in recent days as concerns grow over recent immigration enforcement. Senior center leaders say some older adults are afraid to leave their homes, even for meals, activities, or access to air conditioning during dangerously high temperatures. According to the Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice

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

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – News Channel 3 is getting a behind-the-scenes look at how local elections are secured and verified. The County of Riverside Registrar of Voters is opening its doors today, April 30, for a public logic and accuracy test ahead of the June 2 Statewide Direct Primary Election. The testing, which began at

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs business owners are reporting significant financial strain during the city’s festival season. This has prompted a renewed push for a more permanent solution. Business owners say this challenge is something they encounter every year, but the recent slowdown was particularly pronounced and harder to ignore. This pattern sees

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Drivers across California should expect increased patrols as the California Highway Patrol (CHP) rolls out a 24-hour Maximum Enforcement Period aimed at cracking down on speeding and preventing serious crashes. The enforcement campaign began at 6 a.m. Tuesday and runs through 5:59 a.m. Wednesday, with officers closely watching for anyone

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Indio is set to consider new rules that would limit where gas stations can be built. The effort follows a year-long review sparked by concerns about an oversaturation of stations, especially along major corridors, and a temporary moratorium on new permits that expires June 18. The draft ordinance would ban new

THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) — While Stagecoach draws massive crowds each year, it’s not the only Western-themed attraction bringing visitors to the Coachella Valley this weekend. The Desert Rodeo in Thermal is also underway, attracting large audiences and delivering a significant boost to the local economy. Event organizers expect strong turnout as visitors gather to enjoy

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The city has approved a $30,000 traffic calming plan for Toledo Avenue, aiming to address ongoing concerns about speeding in the neighborhood. The project will fund the installation of two electronic speed feedback signs—one on each side of South Toledo Avenue between East Sierra Way and Madrona Drive. City officials

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Authorities in Indio are continuing to investigate missing personal items belonging to Madonna following her surprise appearance at Coachella. Police say the items — including clothing and jewelry worn during her on-stage appearance with Sabrina Carpenter — were reported missing Saturday. Madonna noted on social media that the outfit holds sentimental

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Cannabis businesses across the Coachella Valley are preparing for what is typically one of the busiest days of the year: April 20, commonly known as “4/20.” A key question heading into this year’s unofficial cannabis holiday is how the new California excise tax increase, which took effect in 2025, is