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NORTH SHORE, Calif. (KESQ) – An $8.5 million project to upgrade roads throughout North Shore will get underway in the next couple of weeks, with the goal of making travel safer and smoother in the eastern Coachella Valley community. “This is a significant investment that Riverside County is making. I am glad these roads will

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – New research is showing that groundwater from the Colorado River Basin, or CRB, is depleting more quickly than most first thought. Researchers from Arizona State University published the research letter just last week. They say since 2003, enough groundwater has been pumped out of the Colorado River Basin to fill

BIG BEAR, Calif. (KESQ) – We have first flight! The moment so many people have been waiting for finally happened Monday morning. Sunny, one of the two eaglets at the Big Bear nest, flew for the first time. The moment happened at around 10:46 a.m. You can watch a livestream here Sunny has been building

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ)– Cathedral City’s City Council unanimously approved and adopted the biennial budget for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. The budget was approved at the council’s regular meeting on Wednesday, May 28th. According to the City, the biennial budget addresses the priorities of the community while generating revenues that meet city expenditures and

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – Following a violent antisemitic attack in Boulder, Colorado, Jewish communities across the country are processing the pain. In Palm Springs, leaders said they are choosing to respond with resilience. Rabbi David Lazar of Congregation Or Hamidbar in Palm Springs said he personally knows victims injured in the attack. “They’re going

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – CVAG is working on a plan to better manage and maintain major roads across the region. Right now, each city or county handles its own roadwork. A regional program would help spread out costs, improve road quality, and reduce traffic disruptions. In 2024, CVAG hired a consultant, Michael Baker International,

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) As of May 7, 2025, a real id or other acceptable form of identification is required to fly domestically within the United States. But in the Coachella Valley, News Channel 3 has heard some people are showing up unprepared, and walking out empty-handed.  So what are they missing? And how can

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – First responders rescued a hiker who experienced a medical emergency while on the Bump and Grind Trail in Palm Desert Monday morning. The incident was first reported at around 8:20 a.m. after a hiker called dispatch and said she was not feeling well, possibly experiencing a medical emergency, CAL FIRE

IDYLLWILD, Calif. (KESQ) – As Memorial Day weekend kicks off, many Southern California residents are heading to the elevated retreats of Big Bear and Idyllwild to escape the heat and enjoy the cool mountain air. These picturesque towns offer not only a refreshing break from the scorching desert temperatures but also a variety of charming attractions

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – Pride month is giving a colorful boost to local businesses, with many saying they’re seeing a rise in customers drawn to LGBTQ+ events, merchandise and inclusive spaces. Drew Fowler, general manager at Oscar’s Palm Springs, said it’s an exciting time. “We have the Bitchiest Brunch, which has been the longest

SAN JACINTO, Calif. (KESQ)  – The San Jacinto Valley Animal Campus will remain open until midnight on Saturday as Riverside County animal services officials urgently seek adopters and foster families. It comes amid a critical overcrowding crisis. The shelter, which is operated by the Riverside County Department of Animal Services (RCDAS), is currently operating at

JOSHUA TREE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Eureka Fire continues to burn in Joshua Tree National Park with the latest update from the park at 9 a.m. on Saturday at 212 acres and 40% contained. Even with parts of the park closed off for safety, visitors said it won’t keep them from traveling. Visitors said Joshua