COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – UPDATE 6/2 10:30 p.m. Democratic incumbent Dr. Raul Ruiz running for re-election in California’s 25th Congressional District. He’s out in front with the state reporting him having 58.9% of the vote, at 44,301 right now. Republican Joe Males leading the pack to face him in the general election. He’s at
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UPDATE 6/2 8:30 p.m.: RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – Early numbers from Riverside County shows incumbent Supervisor Manuel Perez leading the race against La Quinta City Councilman Steve Sanchez. The Registrar reports Perez has 60.29% of the vote, at 33,255 votes so far. Sanchez is trailing at 21,902 votes so far, at 39.71%. News Channel 3
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif (KESQ) – The Palm Springs International ShortFest announced its lineup of more than 300 short films. Sponsored by the City of Palm Springs, this 32nd edition is set to welcome audiences at the Festival Theaters from June 23-29, 2026. The festival will screen 50 curated programs showcasing 329 films from 71 countries and
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Update 6/2/26 The city will have a special meeting on Friday, June 5 to interview the 10 candidates for the council vacancy, officials confirmed. The meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at the Coachella Library. Original Report 5/28/26 COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – The city of Coachella has a new city manager and could soon
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Update 6/2/26 – 2:20 p.m. The city of Coachella has scheduled its next council meeting for Thursday, June 4. Councilmembers will discuss matters related to a proposed urgency ordinance to initiate a moratorium process, as well as an agreement with Stronghold Power Systems Inc, the city confirmed. The meeting will begin with a closed session at
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ)- This week’s Neighborhood Hero is being recognized for her dedication to helping residents participate in the democratic process. Becki Robinson has spent years assisting community members with voter registration, helping ensure eligible residents have the opportunity to make their voices heard at the ballot box. “To me, voting is your superpower
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Update 6/1/2026 Palm Springs Police and fire officials said the investigation remains ongoing into a fire that damaged Mark Chaffins home and sparked allegations of squatters living on the site. PSPD said officers have been to the property prior to the fire for several complaints including trespassing and assault. They added
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) — The owner of the KGX Broadcast Center property is responding after residents at a neighboring senior housing community voiced concerns that the abandoned Cathedral City site may pose a potential fire hazard. In a previous interview with News Channel 3, residents say the property, located off Dinah Shore Drive, is
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) – The primary election is just a day away! As voters cast their ballots with the deadline approaching, local groups hope to make one final appeal to voters. Primary elections are notoriously difficult to drive voter turnout. Ahead of the primary, though, California as a whole has seen a record high
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – At ballot drop-off locations throughout the valley, residents told News Channel 3 they’re focused on a wide range of issues, including the economy, immigration, healthcare, and the future direction of the country. For many voters, casting a ballot is also about making sure their voices are heard. One Palm Springs
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day are known as the 100 deadliest days for teen drivers, with a 30% increase in crashes involving teens during the summer months, according to AAA. “A lot of them just got their license and they’re super excited. They got that freedom. And
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – A total of 70 motorists were cited during a traffic enforcement operation in La Quinta last week, authorities announced today. The checkpoint was conducted from 6 a.m. through 4 p.m. Friday, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. The agency said out of the 70 citations issued, 16
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif (KESQ)- The City of Palm Springs invites everyone to celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a three-day Fourth of July festivities. From July 2-4, celebrate the weekend with free family-friendly festivities throughout Palm Springs provided by the Palm Springs Department of Parks and Recreation. The events include: Thursday, July 2 – Kick-Off Party
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – To help prevent the spread of mosquito-borne viruses in the Coachella Valley, vector control officials will conduct anti-mosquito spraying throughout the region starting Saturday. The truck-mounted spraying will take place from 1-7 a.m. on Saturday, and again on June 13, June 18 and June 20, and on Sept.
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif (KESQ)- The City of Cathedral City announces Mark Muenzer as the new Director of Community and Economic Development. His professional work has focused on the creation of housing specifically affordable housing and the redevelopment of commercial corridors into mixed-use areas. Muenzer steps into the role previously held by Andrew Firestine, who was
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Singer Robin Thicke will headline this year’s Cathedral City’s Hot Air Balloon Festival, one year after his scheduled performance was canceled, along with other events, due to severe weather conditions. The 12th annual festival will take place Nov. 20-22, with Thicke set to take the stage on Nov. 21. The
Continue Reading COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella City Council will hear an urgency ordinance this Wednesday, after several council members called for a moratorium and a potential ban on data centers. The call came during the May 27th meeting, after nearly 6 hours of public comment against the proposed data center. City Council entered into a municipal
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Xavier Becerra, former Secretary of Health and Human Services, California Attorney General, and Congressman, is currently leading many polls for the upcoming June primary in the race for Governor. News Channel 3 caught up with him Friday in Palm Springs for the beginning of his “Fight for California Tour.” Becerra
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – As summer break approaches, Coachella Valley Unified School District is encouraging families to sign up for its free summer program, offering students a mix of academics, enrichment activities, field trips, meals, and extended care options. The district’s FIFA program, short for Future Innovators and Fearless Achievers, will run from June 15 through July
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Voters across Riverside County are heading to the polls today as California’s primary election gets underway. Polling places open at 7 a.m. and will remain open until 8 p.m. Election officials say anyone who is in line by 8 p.m. will still be allowed to cast a ballot. Poll workers
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