Kenji Ito is a Sports Anchor/Producer/Reporter for KESQ News Channel 3. He joined the Desert’s News Leader in January 2024. You can catch his reports duringthe week and sportscasts on the weekends at 6, 6:30, 10 and 11 PM. Kenji earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Sports Journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of
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The California Highway Patrol is recruiting for officers, dispatchers and inspection specialists. The California Highway Patrol office in Indio primarily serves the Coachella Valley, but their reach extends beyond—patrolling Interstate 10, State Routes 62, 86, and 177, along with unincorporated areas in between. Right now, the CHP is actively looking for individuals between the ages
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — Parents of elementary school students stranded on the side of the road during a field trip meltdown are now speaking with attorneys and considering legal action after what they describe as a traumatic and negligent ordeal. The incident happened Wednesday evening as a private charter bus – contracted by Desert
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Kendall Flynn joined KESQ News Channel 3 as a multimedia journalist in January 2025. She graduated from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Journalism with a minor in Spanish. At Arizona State, she was a reporter for Cronkite News, a professional program at Cronkite,
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Artificial intelligence is a booming industry with billions in investments, and it’s changing the face of industry worldwide. But tonight, we have new details from researchers right here in Riverside County. The cost is far greater than what we’ve envisioned. This is the most interesting story of today about a situation that is dire and
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In the aftermath of a tragic mid-air collision over the Potomac River involving an American Airlines flight and a military aircraft, travelers across the country are expressing a mix of concern and resolve when it comes to flying. While federal investigators continue examining the cause of the crash, the aviation world is once again under
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It’s the most alluring yet dangerous time of the year for Coachella Valley consumers. From steals to scams, from buyers to businesses, from Black Friday to Cyber Monday. Here in the Golden State, consumers began preparing for their shopping a little earlier than everyone else. Californians started their Black Friday online shopping at 4:31 a.m.
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Palm Springs International Airport is bracing for the busiest travel day on record, according to AAA who estimates over 80 million people to travel 50 miles or more between Tuesday and Monday. Parking at the airport has also been a concern for travelers. Through PSP’s Park with Ease portal, travelers can receive realtime updates on
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Allie Anthony joined KESQ News Channel 3 as a reporter in November 2023. Allie has been on the West Coast since 2019. She graduated from the Annenberg School of Journalism at the University of Southern California where she learned to anchor shows, produce newscasts and sports programs, and report on local and national news. In
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Shay Lawson is a dedicated reporter who strives to represent the underrepresented. Shay joined KESQ News Channel 3 as a multimedia journalist in June 2024. She graduated from the University of Missouri with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism. At the Missouri School of Journalism, she learned how to tell stories in her local community, report
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Luis Avila joined KESQ News Channel 3 as a multimedia journalist in June 2024. He graduated from Chapman University with a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism & Documentary. He also minored in Advertising. At Chapman, he reported for Chapman News, a weekly student-produced newscast, where he took on many roles, including anchor, reporter, and weather
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Gavin Nguyen joined KESQ News Channel 3 as a multimedia journalist and weekend weathercaster in June 2024. Gavin discovered his passion for storytelling while attending Portola High School in Irvine. He joined his school’s broadcast news program, Portola News Network, in 2017. Gavin continued at Chapman University, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism
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Tori King joined KESQ News Channel 3 as a reporter and anchor in October 2023. Tori was born and raised in the capital city of the Lone Star State and is also a dual citizen of Mexico. She grew up miles away from the University of Texas, where she learned how to throw up a
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Garrett Hottle joined KESQ in Oct. 2024 after spending the past several years as an evening anchor, forecaster, and reporter in Texas and Idaho. Garrett initially attended West Texas A&M University to play football, but then fell in love with journalism and decided to pursue a degree in broadcast journalism. AT WTAMU, Garrett participated in
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Athena Jreij joined KESQ News Channel 3 in October of 2024. Athena is a southern California native passionate about giving a voice to those who feel historically underrepresented by the media. She graduated from San Diego State University with a bachelor’s in journalism and media studies. Athena began her news career in San Diego as
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PGA West in La Quinta will host a job fair on Wednesday, Sept. 25. The job fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the PGA West Tournament Clubhouse. PGA West is located at 56-150 PGA Boulevard. Officials said there will be positions in golf, hospitality, retail, food, beverage, and more positions.
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