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PALM DESERT, CA (KESQ) – Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, using increasingly convincing tactics to target victims, and experts say artificial intelligence is making it even harder to tell what’s real and what’s a scam. The issue is especially concerning for aging and senior populations, including communities across the Coachella Valley. To help residents recognize
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs is known around the world as a welcoming place for the LGBTQ community. But even in a place where acceptance and visibility are high, health disparities have not disappeared. On Wednesday, a special event presented by Desert Oasis Healthcare at the Mizell Center in Palm Springs will put
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PALM SPRINGS, CA (KESQ) – Palm Springs City Manager Scott Stiles has announced his plans to retire, notifying city employees in an email Tuesday morning. Stiles said his retirement will be effective November 1, 2026, bringing to a close more than 43 years of public service. He joined the City of Palm Springs in March 2023
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THOUSAND PALMS, CA (KESQ) – Seniors are increasingly being targeted by phishing, spoofing and other scams, with criminals using sophisticated tactics — including artificial intelligence. The FBI recorded nearly 50,000 scam reports involving Americans 60 and older in 2025, with about $80 million in reported losses. A new report ranks California as the fourth-riskiest state for
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – After nearly half a century in law enforcement, Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills is preparing to hang up his badge. Mills will officially retire Saturday, bringing to a close a 49-year career in policing, including nearly five years leading the Palm Springs Police Department. Check Out: Kyle Stjerne selected
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PALM DESERT, CA (KESQ) – As the Coachella Valley continues to grow, so does the demand for qualified healthcare professionals. This week, College of the Desert is celebrating the next generation of local nurses while marking a major milestone for one of its longstanding healthcare programs. The college will hold a pinning ceremony Friday to
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Hollywood journalist and Coachella Valley resident Sue Cameron joined News Channel 3 live in studio to remember the legendary Dolly Parton, who died on Tuesday at the age of 80. Cameron met Parton numerous times over the years. “Dolly Parton was real. Dolly Parton did not have a public persona
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The world is mourning country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at the age of 80 after a brief battle with cancer. Tributes are pouring in from around the world and here in the Coachella Valley, she’s also being remembered by those who knew and worked with
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A new type of fungal infection is raising concerns among doctors as cases continue to emerge across the United States. Known as Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII, or TM7, the infection is a form of ringworm that can spread through close skin-to-skin contact, including intimate and sexual contact. The CDC says recent cases have been reported
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The parents of fallen Marine Corporal Hunter Lopez are inviting the community to come together Wednesday night to honor their son and other service members who made the ultimate sacrifice. The fifth annual Hunter Lopez Lightsaber Vigil will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 26, at the La Quinta
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – As the extreme summer heat pushes energy use across the valley, Imperial Irrigation District’s electric system has reached its peak, and meeting that demand requires planning, coordination, and real-time response across IID’s electric system. News Channel 3 anchor Peter Daut spoke in depth about it today with IID’s public information
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — (KESQ) The City of Palm Springs has announced the speaker lineup for its inaugural Extreme Heat Summit 2026, bringing together experts to discuss how communities can prepare for rising temperatures. The full-day summit is scheduled for Friday, September 18, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Palm Springs Convention Center.
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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) – CVUSD students returned to school today, and we’re going in depth with Superintendent Dr. Frances Esparza. News Channel 3 anchor Peter Daut asked Esparza what the district and community need to know about the new school year.
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – News Channel 3 is your back-to-school headquarters, and students headed back into the classrooms in the coming days, and with that comes a series of new programs and changes for one local school district. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with the superintendent of Desert Sands Unified, Dr. Kelly May-Vollmar.
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– Palm Springs International Airport has just made new improvements to its air traffic control tower. The technology aims to improve safety and efficiency in airport operations. The tower simulation provides training in a controlled environment, using real airport layouts and studying specific operations and scenarios to better understand them. The FAA
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – More than 1,800 free backpacks and a thousand free scoops of ice cream will be handed out tomorrow in Indio. The annual giveaway helps local students prepare for the upcoming school year, while bringing the community together for an evening of fun. It will take place during the “Food Truck Friday”
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ)– Valley doctors say they’re seeing an increase in patients with “brain fog.” Brain fog is a term used to describe a range of cognitive symptoms, including impaired concentration, memory lapses and mental fatigue. Doctors say it’s common after covid but can also be caused by stress or underlying conditions. Officials also
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– After serving generations of locals and visitors for more than 50 years, Billy Reed’s restaurant in Palm Springs is beginning a new chapter. The iconic restaurant has new owners who say preserving the restaurant’s legacy is their top priority. Billy Reed founded the restaurant in 1975 and it has long been
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The Palm Springs Unified School District (PSUSD) is preparing to welcome students back to campus as the new academic year begins Wednesday, with district leaders emphasizing a renewed focus on connection, belonging, and student achievement. Superintendent Dr. Marcus Funchess says the district’s top priority this school year is ensuring every student feels supported, affirmed, and
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– As our sweltering summer heat intensifies, the work to help those experiencing homelessness is pivotal, and a local organization is stepping up its efforts to help the homeless find relief. Martha’s Village and Kitchen have extended the hours of its cooling center from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Water, snacks, and showers
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