Tom Tucker, Author at KESQ

High desert mother recovering at home after nearly dying from Covid-19

September 23, 2020 5:52 pm Tom Tucker

Photos captured the moment when Aja Collins walked out of a rehabilitation facility in Rancho Mirage Thursday. She hugged her son Brandon for the…

Riverside County gyms and fitness centers cleared to reopen at reduced capacity under red tier

September 22, 2020 10:59 am Tom Tucker

Members are working out once again at Power of Fitness in Palm Desert. Those who spoke with News Channel 3 said at least now they can…

Business owners in Old Town La Quinta hoping for eased coronavirus restrictions

September 21, 2020 10:46 am Tom Tucker

Signs of business activity were evident in Old Town La Quinta Monday morning. There was light traffic, with a few people walking the sidewalks.…

Walkers and runners gather in the desert to raise money for Prostate Cancer research

September 19, 2020 4:12 pm Tom Tucker

Walkers and runners turned out in the valley today for a “virtual celebration” called the “Zero Prostate Cancer Run/Walk”. The event was part of a…

Amazon looking to fill 4,900 jobs in Southern California including ‘hundreds’ in Palm Springs

September 16, 2020 10:52 am Tom Tucker

The online retail giant Amazon is on a hiring spree once again. The company is looking to make a dent in the number of Americans out of work.…

California propositions would allow felons on parole and some 17-year-olds to vote

September 15, 2020 11:03 am Tom Tucker

When it come to voting in California, convicted felons on parole are not allowed to to cast ballots under current state law. But, if voters approve…

California voters to decide on college admissions and hiring based on race, sex and ethnicity

September 14, 2020 9:43 am Tom Tucker

On university campuses, in public sector jobs, and government contracting, the policy called “affirmative action” could be coming back in California…

Palm Springs restaurant owner issued $5,000 fine for reopening indoor dining in ‘peaceful protest’ of coronavirus mandate

September 9, 2020 10:50 am Tom Tucker, KESQ News Team

News Channel 3 was there Wednesday as a Palm Springs Police officer and a code enforcement officer showed up at La Bonita’s Mexican Restaurant on…

Mother says La Quinta High School grad Taylor Lipman “found safe”

September 6, 2020 4:13 pm Tom Tucker

UPDATE: Christa Lipman tells News Channel 3 that her daughter Taylor Lipman has been found “safe” by San Diego police officers. Christa Lipman is not…

California Independent System Operator declares “Stage 2” power emergency

September 5, 2020 9:27 pm Tom Tucker

The California Independent System Operator has declared a “Stage 2” power emergency because of hot weather and surging demand for electricity. The…

Redlands-based Esri offers new high tech tool in the fight against Covid-19

September 2, 2020 10:16 am Tom Tucker

The new application is called “Covid Pulse”. It’s an interactive, map-based visual display, which tracks coronavirus case information at the…

Proposition 15 would raise billons for local governments and schools; business leaders cite financial burden

September 1, 2020 10:57 am Tom Tucker

If voters approve Proposition 15 in November, a state analyst says it will generate between $8 billion and $12.5 billion in new tax revenues for the…

Some Coachella Valley online classes targeted with “Zoom intrusions”

August 31, 2020 10:29 am Tom Tucker

The campus at Palm Desert High School is relatively quiet while students continue to learn from home. But, in some classes, disruptions are happening…

Governor Newsom: California won’t follow new CDC coronavirus testing guidance

August 26, 2020 11:12 am Tom Tucker

California Governor Gavin Newsom reacted Wednesday to the CDC’s change in guidance. After saying for weeks that asymptomatic people should be tested…

Morongo Valley man asks for help in completing return at Walmart after 2 weeks of self quarantine

August 25, 2020 10:52 am Tom Tucker

Morongo Valley resident David Steiger, as a truck driver years ago, once delivered shipments for Walmart. But more recently, he’s been frustrated…

Dentists say extensive mask wearing can contribute to oral health problems

August 24, 2020 10:41 am Tom Tucker

It’s an unintended consequence of orders to wear face coverings. Some dental patients are dealing with unusually bad breath, tooth decay, and gum…

Suspect sought after random attack on a homeless man in Twentynine Palms

August 19, 2020 11:02 am Tom Tucker

The suspect got out of a dark colored Nissan sedan, and for no apparent reason, walked up to a homeless man and kicked and beat the man. The victim,…

Congressman Raul Ruiz supports $25 billion funding package for U.S. Postal Service

August 18, 2020 8:34 am Tom Tucker

Congressman Raul Ruiz appeared in front of a post office in La Quinta Tuesday morning while speaking in support of a $25 billion relief package for…

New valley cannabis pharmaceutical firm plans to hire nearly 1,000 employees

August 17, 2020 9:45 am Tom Tucker

The old Kmart building on Palm Drive is undergoing a transformation, with Royal Emerald Pharmaceuticals moving to the site from their offices in San…

Angry Palm Springs homeowners push for reopening pools while HOA cites coronavirus concerns

August 12, 2020 10:00 am Tom Tucker

Homeowners gathered at the Mountain Gate community in Palm Springs. They’re frustrated that they can’t cool off in their 3 community pools, which…