SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KESQ) – Assemblymembers Jeff Gonzalez (R-Indio) and Greg Wallis (R-Bermuda Dunes) introduced a bill that would initiate a comprehensive safety study of Highway 74 and similar roads throughout California. AB 1145 will direct CalTrans to conduct a detailed study and submit an annual report to the Legislature with findings and safety recommendations. Specifically,
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Five people were arrested on suspicion of vandalism, conspiracy and weapons charges after a yearlong investigation into a tagging crew believed responsible for over $10,000 in property damage in the Coachella Valley, authorities said today.  Palm Springs police detectives in coordination with the city’s patrol officers, drone operators and regional
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Baseball fans in the Coachella Valley will have more reasons to cheer this season. The San Diego Padres and the Gulf California Broadcast Company (GCBC) are proud to announce a new broadcast distribution agreement that will bring 10 regular-season Saturday Padres games to local television in 2025. The games will
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IMPERIAL, Calif. (KESQ) – For those Imperial Irrigation District customers who are worried they may soon be in the dark, the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) may offer help through the CARE Program. IID is letting its income-qualified customers with overdue bills know that they may be able to get assistance through the CARE Program once
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Some Coachella Valley students are being recognized with this month’s “Do the Right Thing” award, which is a partnership between Palm Springs Police Department and News Channel 3. Congratulations to the April 2025 students who “Do the Right Thing:” Anthony Perez Mora – Agua Caliente Elementary School Jonathan Velasquez –
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RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – The American Lung Association’s “State of the Air” report is out, and Riverside County comes in second as the state’s most ozone-polluted place to live. Los Angeles, Tulare and Kern Counties follow Riverside, and San Bernardino County rates the number one county with the highest ozone pollution in California. The American
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The world famous Clydesdales returned to El Paseo Shopping District in Palm Desert on Wednesday. The horses and wagon made special beer deliveries to select restaurants along El Paseo before they moved on to get ready for the Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio. The horses were accompanied by their
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Check the nutrition label! Your favorite foods likely contain artificial food dyes, which are set to be phased out by the end of next year. The Food and Drug Administration moved Tuesday to phase out artificial, petroleum-based food dyes, like Red 40, Yellow 6, and Blue 5. These colorings are
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s rattlesnake season in the desert. While it’s not likely to see a rattlesnake daily in the Coachella Valley, hikers and residents are still on the lookout. “We just made sure that we were looking out for signs, especially of the little rock quarries and shaded areas,” Joseph Wahl said.
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Desert Hot Springs Police made good use of their drone to follow and catch a suspect trying to get away from a traffic stop on Tuesday. Desert Hot Springs Police officers report in a Facebook post they attempted to stop a male suspect who was illegally riding a mini
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The city of Palm Springs is one step closer to addressing ongoing road closures on Gene Autry Trial at the wash as a result of high winds and sand accumulation. On Wednesday, the city council awarded a nearly $2.2 million construction contract to Deark E&C Inc. for the wind wall
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) Â – Months after a string of fights at James Workman Middle School raised concerns about student safety, a parent is speaking out again, saying not much has changed. Crystal Garcia, whose daughter previously attended the school, said she ultimately transferred her child after she was repeatedly bullied and attacked. She said
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INDIO (CNS) – A 32-year-old man accused of gunning down his one-time girlfriend’s lover as he left her Coachella Valley home was inflamed with rage and intended to shoot to kill, prosecutors said today, while the defense argued that the defendant was blinded by passion and also believed the victim was going to pull a
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MECCA, Calif. (KESQ) – Firefighters say it will take several hours to fully contain a vegetation fire that has burned half an acre Wednesday afternoon in Mecca. The fire was first reported along 66th Avenue. CAL FIRE told News Channel 3 there is heavy fuels in the area, however, no structures are threatened. It’s estimated
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The Packhouse at Aziz Farms is hosting a second day of KidChella, this time with Desert Sands Unified School District. The fun kicks off at 9:00 am and runs until noon. More than 450 kids and their parents get to shake, rattle and rock at the second annual outdoor KidChella summer concert festival on a
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Walmart is planning to remodel 57 California stores in 2025, including the location in Palm Desert, company officials announced Wednesday. “Walmart is proud to deepen its commitment to California by investing in local stores, empowering associates and enriching the communities it serves every day. Today, Walmart unveiled details of 57
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We’re just days away from the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway drawing! On Tuesday, one lucky ticket holder will be announced as the winner of this year’s beautiful dream home, built by GHA Companies, located in La Quinta. When you reserve your $100 dollar ticket by calling 1-800-535-6748, you could win this stunning new home and support the
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeat the Calgary Wranglers in a 4-3 triple overtime marathon. Game two will be on Saturday back at Acrisure Arena. Wow! Firebirds defeat the Wranglers in a 4-3 triple overtime marathon. Mitchell Stephens plays hero for Coachella Valley with the game winner. Much needed rest days
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MURRIETA, Calif. (KESQ) – Jurors convicted a 21-year-old man of false imprisonment for attacking a Thermal girl on her way home from school, but were unable to reach a unanimous verdict on a sexual assault charge and another count, resulting in a mistrial for those felonies. The Murrieta jury weighing the fate of Christian Daniel
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Committed to making Palm Springs a destination for everyone – Greater Palm Springs is now a Certified Autism Destination. The announcement was made on Monday at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Greater Palm Springs spokespeople say this landmark designation champions accessibility and inclusion for all visitors. In fact, the
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