Shay Lawson

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – Donna Anderson said the Amtrak station in Palm Springs left her behind twice in 2024. She said the first incident happened in January, when the conductor said the train would skip her stop in Palm Springs, and continue to Ontario. “I said how do you expect me to get home?”

Update 12/03/25 Aaron Garcia was found by police, his family told News Channel 3’s Shay Lawson. Original Report 12/02/25 COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Daniela Gonzalez, the mother of Aaron Garcia a 12-year-old Coachella boy reported missing on Monday, is pleading for the public’s help as the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office (RSO) continues to search for

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  –  Dozens of Palm Springs business leaders and residents gathered at the Palm Springs City Council Special Meeting on Monday. Councilmembers approved and discussed the new Economic Development Strategic Framework, a plan to move away from a tourism driven economy and build one that puts residents at the center. The city’s

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – The Plaza Theatre is holding a block party Saturday, November 22, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizers said to celebrate the exciting revival of the beloved landmark, the block is closing with music, fun and community spirit. It will include free guided tours. Performers include:   10:00 a.m. Modern Men:

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – A weekend storm that knocked out power to parts of Palm Springs has renewed long-running frustrations over outages, delayed repairs and what residents describe as poor communication from Southern California Edison (SCE). Jeff Monford, SCE spokesperson, said crews dealt with the most rain they’d seen in a long time. “Our

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)  – A Coachella Valley family received the keys to their first home this week after nearly 2 years in the homebuying process. They ultimately found and qualified for Riverside County’s 20% down assistance program — a program they were connected to through Lift to Rise. Lift to Rise is a nonprofit organization that

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)  – It’s a scam where buyers distract you, slip oil into the hood of your car to make the engine look “blown,” then pressure you to sell your car for a fraction of what it’s worth. Mark Haye, Palm Desert part-time resident, said 2 men tried it on him — but

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The AMVETS ONE suicide-prevention bus rolled into Indio on Sunday. The event drawing veterans, families and community members to American Legion Post 739 for a program aimed at reducing veteran suicides — highlighting the urgent need for mental-health support and continued outreach. According to AMVETS, an estimated 17.6 veterans die by

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ)  – Helping local families in need. The Democrats of the Desert and friends held a food drive-thru from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking lot. Organizers requested un-expired, unopened, non-perishable food that will be delivered to FIND Regional Food Bank in Indio on Monday. From

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)  – A 24-year-old Melany Cunninghan Carbajal of Desert Hot Springs was killed early Saturday morning in a single-vehicle rollover crash in the northbound lanes of Jefferson Street, north of Dunbar Drive. The crash happened just after 2:30 a.m., according to the Indio Police Department. Officers arrived to find the woman had been

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – Thousands gathered in downtown Palm Springs for the 28th Annual Veterans Day Parade & Concert: Honoring All Who Serve. Organizers say the parade is of the largest in Southern California. It featured marching bands, veterans’ organizations, classic cars concluding with a patriotic concert by the 300th Army Reserve Band and

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — For the first time, the McCallum Theatre, in partnership with the City of Palm Desert, hosted the Stars Stripes & Songs — a celebration of Veterans. A patriotic pre-show celebration started at 5:30 p.m. with a USO-style performance at 7 p.m. Organizers said the night is dedicated to honoring all

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – In partnership with FIND Food Bank, College of the Desert is hosting a number of food distribution events across campuses. Organizers said distribution events are open to the public and students. News Channel 3 is attending the next distribution event on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ)  – It’s the last day to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos at Sunnylands Center and Gardens. It’s all part of a free 5 day celebration of the holiday that the organization holds every year. Organizers said attendees have an opportunity to honor their dead loved ones at a community alter. Ofrendas

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Mayor Steven Hernandez was arrested Tuesday morning by the Riverside County District Attorney’s office. Hernandez, 42, faces perjury and conflict of interest charges, according to jail records. He was released the same day on $112,500 bail and is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday. For months — Coachella Valley