RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Rancho Mirage Writers Festival brings political talent from across the nation to our desert. News Channel 3’s Athena Jreij spoke with Karine Jean-Pierre, the former White House press secretary who served under President Biden.
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Today is “Stroke Prevention Day,” a time for everyone to remember the signs of stroke, which is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States. Stroke is a medical emergency where every second counts. Remember the warning signs of stroke with the acronym “BE FAST.” B is
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. – February is Black History Month, and the entire valley is invited to take part in a host of free, fun, and educational events organized by the Palm Springs Black History Month Committee. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with committee board member Zjarvre Crawford about the events coming up and why
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Wednesday is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. It’s a day urging people to honor the millions of victims to nazism and to develop educational programs to help prevent future genocides. This year’s ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Palm Desert Civic Center Park Amphitheater. It will mark
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs International Airport handled a record 3.3 million passengers in 2025, marking a roughly 2.4% increase over 2024, airport officials announced today. March was the airport’s busiest month, with about 500,000 passengers passing through the terminal. Officials said passenger demand remained strong even after the peak travel season. “We’re
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – City officials will open the Indio Business Connect Center in downtown Indio next week, a new facility designed to expand access to business resources, training and education. The facility will host its first free event from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Jan. 28 at 45222 Towne St. In partnership with the
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – What has 17 stars, 16 Tony Awards, and 3 comedies, the brand new series “Replay,” benefiting the newly reopened Plaza Theatre. Tony Award winner and Palm Springs resident David Zippel is bringing his celebrated expertise to the project, which begins at the theater next month. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation announced leadership changes that reinforce continuity, long-term stewardship, and its commitment to philanthropy across the Coachella Valley and beyond. The non-profit announced that through the process of a thoughtful succession plan, Michael B. Rover is now President and CEO of the Berger Foundation. Christopher M. McGuire
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Sunline Transit Agency is launching a new community-focused initiative aimed at shaping the future of public transportation here in the valley. The program is called Sunline Rides Reimagined, and it invites residents to share ideas to help improve bus routes, rides, and future mobility options. “We’re trying to find out
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Sexual abuse is a difficult subject to talk about, but it’s important to address to prevent traumatic situations from progressing or even happening in the first place. An upcoming annual conference in our valley, called “It Happens to Boys” will explore the trauma from sexual abuse. The conference takes place
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is urging everyone to plan ahead by having a sober driver get them home safely. ABC is also partnering with other agencies to make safety a top priority. News Channel 3’s Peter Daut spoke with ABC’s public information officer Devin Blankenship
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens will soon welcome conservation leaders from around the world. The 5th annual International Desert Conservation Summit will bring together scientists, conservationists, and community leaders to spotlight ways to protect desert wildlife and habitats. The event will be held Jan. 16-18, click here for a
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Kimberly Barraza was appointed the new president of the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation Board. “It is an exciting time for the Healthcare District, as we enter 2026 and continue our strategic planning process which will help determine our Board and staff priorities for the next several years,” Christensen said.
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation provided a donation to AAP – Food Samaritans for a special one-time grocery voucher program to provide immediate relief to low-income community members. AAP’s long-standing nutritional support program provides monthly food vouchers to low-income individuals living with chronic illnesses. The program has been
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Get ready for a new holiday tradition in Palm Springs. Celebrate the season with a feel-good concert of holiday cheer featuring everything from carols to pop songs to classics performed by the Palm Springs Pops and some very special guests, including News Channel 3’s Peter Daut. It all happens this
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Health officials want to warn you that cases of norovirus, also known as the “winter vomiting disease,” have been spiking across Southern California. The highly contagious virus affects the gastrointestinal system and symptoms could last several days. Doctors say the emergence of a new strain of norovirus could lead to
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Valley doctors are trying to bring awareness of colorectal and anal cancers. Colorectal and anal cancers remain the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., and rates are rising among adults under 50. The Mizell Center in Palm Springs will host a free community program on Wednesday, December
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Hanukkah begins this Sunday, and the Mensch International Foundation, which calls Palm Springs home, is gearing up for a large Hanukkah concert. The event will be held on Tuesday, December 16, at 7:00 p.m. at Temple Isaiah, located at 332 West Alejo Road in Palm Springs. In addition to the
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The California Highway Patrol is stepping up enforcement on Highway 74 to try to keep people safe ahead of the busy holiday travel season. The new plan includes more enforcement patrols on the highway, additional training to detect commercial violations, and community meetings that CHP will host for residents to voice
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs International Airport set records in 2025, with nearly all months showing year-over-year growth. The busiest month ever was March, recording nearly half a million passengers. PSP officials say the increase in domestic travel has more than compensated for the small drop in Canadian flights. And with just a
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