INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A felon accused of gunning down a 41-year-old Desert Hot Springs man almost four years ago pleaded not guilty today to first-degree murder and other charges. Camillo Castillo, 28, of Desert Hot Springs, allegedly killed Jayson Jamar Green in 2022. Along with murder, Castillo is charged with sentence-enhancing gun and great
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ANZA, Calif. (KESQ) Howard Berkowitz says he is not an animal hoarder. But county records, a string of code violations, and his own words tell a more complicated story. KESQ News Channel 3 spoke exclusively with Berkowitz Tuesday at his current property on Cave Rock Road in Anza where he showed our cameras what he
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – A 50-year-old Riverside man who sexually abused an immigrant girl and threatened or physically harmed her two brothers, over whom he had guardianship, for years was bound for state prison today to serve a term of 52 years, eight months behind bars. Mazen Aliwi Alawi was convicted by a Riverside jury
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – With the Stagecoach Festival just days away, businesses across the Coachella Valley are preparing for a surge in customers — and a significant economic boost. Shops specializing in western wear, like Boot Barn, say festival goers are already stocking up on essentials, from cowboy boots to hats and full outfits for
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Foundation announced that it will offer an exclusive 90-minute immersive behind-the-scenes tour of the newly restored theatre. The tour will be held on Sunday, May 10 (Mother’s Day) at 11 a.m. Organizers said participants will have the opportunity to partake in a special guided tour
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – Home sales declined in California last month while prices went up, according to the California Association of Realtors. Sales of existing, single-family homes totaled 265,320 in March on a seasonally adjusted basis, down 3.5% from February and down 2.5% from March 2025. “March home sales were subdued, as higher mortgage rates
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Veterans residing in the Coachella Valley are encouraged to attend a breakfast and a town hall meeting Friday to learn about initiatives for the veteran community. The event will begin with a free breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Indio American Legion Post, at 44-200 Sun Gold St.,
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) The Riverside County Department of Animal Services issued the following statement to News Channel 3 regarding last week’s adoption event involving 480 seized ducks from a property in Anza, in which all the animals were distributed in less than 24 hours, following concerns from animal rescue organizations. “The Riverside County Department of Animal Services took in
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Stagecoach weekend is almost here, and while it’s all about the music and good times, the desert conditions can take a toll if you’re not prepared. With heat, wind, and dust in the forecast, a few simple steps can go a long way in helping you feel your best all weekend long.
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Families, community members and officials gathered in Palm Desert Tuesday for the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office annual candlelight vigil honoring victims of violent crime. The event is part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week and has been held for more than two decades. Victims’ names are read aloud each
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Authorities in Indio are continuing to investigate missing personal items belonging to Madonna following her surprise appearance at Coachella. Police say the items — including clothing and jewelry worn during her on-stage appearance with Sabrina Carpenter — were reported missing Saturday. Madonna noted on social media that the outfit holds sentimental
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A woman in Palm Springs, Nadia Khaddar, has been reported missing months after she was last seen. In February, News Channel 3 shared the story of her boyfriend, Terrence Scott, who was also reported missing in early January. Now, Nadia’s family says they haven’t heard from her since a few
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YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Community leaders are again encouraging residents to take steps to protect their property in our High Desert communities. It comes after the Skyline Fire in Yucca Valley destroyed four structures on Sunday. It burned 39 acres and reached full containment as of the latest update given by CAL FIRE on
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The founder of The Duck Sanctuary in Riverside County, Howard Berkowitz, has shut down his operation after being overwhelmed, while denying he is an animal hoarder, and animal rescue advocate Sascha Knopf has been fighting for two years to draw attention to the conditions at his properties.
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Jessamyn Dodd IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez (R) was recognized for his service both in uniform and in the community as he was honored as Veteran of the Year by the Calexico Baja Runners. The award recognizes his military service and continued work supporting local Veterans. Assemblymember Gonzalez, who represents California’s 36th
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Engineer Joe Richardson will be named Cathedral City Fire & EMS’s 2025 Firefighter of the Year, officials announced on Tuesday. Richardson will be formally recognized by the City Council during its meeting on Wednesday. “This honor is awarded to an individual who exemplifies the highest standards of dedication, professionalism, and
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A total of 106 people were arrested during the final week of the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, police said Tuesday. The largest number of arrests, 52, were for alleged drug possession, while 13 people were arrested for allegedly possessing false identification and eight more for alleged
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – A Coachella Valley coin dealer said a package containing thousands of dollars in gold vanished after being picked up by FedEx. Marc Crane, CEO of Marc One Numismatics, Inc. said the package containing more than eight ounces of gold valued at about $35,400 was handed to a FedEx driver on
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Cannabis businesses across the Coachella Valley are preparing for what is typically one of the busiest days of the year: April 20, commonly known as “4/20.” A key question heading into this year’s unofficial cannabis holiday is how the new California excise tax increase, which took effect in 2025, is
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PALM SPRINGS (CNS) – Three people were injured today in a two-vehicle head-on collision near Palm Springs. The crash was reported at 12:28 p.m. Monday on Dillon Road, west of Valley View Drive, according to the California Highway Patrol. According to CHP Officer David Torres, the driver of a Subaru SUV traveling at an unconfirmed
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