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Man arrested near Trump rally in Coachella files $100 million dollar suit against county, Sheriff’s Office, and Sheriff

March 11, 2025 9:56 PM Cynthia White

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – Vem Miller, the man arrested near a Donald Trump rally in Coachella last October, announced on Tuesday that he is suing Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, among others, for $100 million. Miller’s federal civil rights suit lists ten causes of action, including violations of Constitutional rights, defamation, and intentional infliction of

Free dog adoptions continue until March 17 following adoption event at Riverside County Fair

March 4, 2025 4:19 PM Jesus Reyes

Update – 3/11/2025: RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – If you are in the market for a furry companion, you’re in luck – The Riverside County Department of Animal Services is extending free dog adoptions through Monday, March 17. Adoption fees will be waived at all shelter locations, including the Coachella Valley Animal Campus. Shelter officials say

CVTA President Carissa Carrera named Woman of the Year by Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez

March 10, 2025 6:50 PM Cynthia White

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley Teachers Association President Carissa Carrera was recognized on Monday by Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez as the 2025 Assembly District 36 Woman of the Year. Gonzalez said he was honored to name Carrera as Woman of the Year, and “As President of the Coachella Valley Teachers Association (CVTA), Carissa has dedicated

Martha’s Village and Kitchen announces Child Development Center expansion

March 11, 2025 9:27 AM Kendall Flynn

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Martha’s Village and Kitchen is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for it’s Child Development Center expansion on March 11. The new addition to the center will provide additional space for Martha’s Village and Kitchen to provide care and support for Coachella Valley families. CEO and President, Sam Hollenbeck, said the expansion will

Rain delays at BNP Paribas Open bring fans together

March 11, 2025 7:10 PM Shay Lawson

INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) — Rain may have stopped play at the BNP Paribas Open, but for fans outside the stadiums, the game of fun continues. Thousands of attendees at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden have found other ways to enjoy their day. Some said they are exploring the food vendors, while others take in

Officials discuss teen gun possession following arrest of 15-year-old

March 11, 2025 11:22 AM Luis Avila

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Gun possession among teenagers in the U.S. has become more common. About 4.6 percent of teens carried handguns, according to a 2022 study in the journal Pediatrics. Up from 3.3 percent previously. The Palm Springs Police Department taking a 15-year-old boy into custody Friday for allegedly running multiple red lights

Desert Hot Springs police allegedly find bags of meth in suspect’s vehicle

March 11, 2025 2:08 PM City News Service

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A man was arrested in Desert Hot Springs today after police allegedly found bags of methamphetamine on his car’s front seat. Officers responded to a report of a suspicious person early Tuesday morning and found the suspect standing outside his vehicle, according to the Desert Hot Springs Police Department.

Rain temporarily delays fourth round play at BNP Paribas Open

March 11, 2025 10:25 AM City News Service

Uptate 3/11/25 – 5:45 p.m. INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – After a suspension of play at around 4:00 p.m., players have returned to the court. According to the tournament’s inclement weather policy: “If one (1) match is completed or 90 minutes of play have taken place in any one session, that session is considered complete

Local advocacy group hosting phonebanking event demands lawmakers to push back against federal funding cuts

March 11, 2025 10:24 AM Gavin Nguyen

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — One local political advocacy group is assembling to “send a loud and clear message” to elected officials representing the Coachella Valley. Lift to Rise, a group based in Palm Desert, is taking to the phones on Tuesday to urge representatives to push back against federal funding cuts. The group says

Jury deliberations begin in trial of man accused of gunning down spouse

March 5, 2025 5:13 PM City News Service

UPDATE – 3/11/2025: INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Jury deliberations began Tuesday at the Larson Justice Center in Indio in the trial of Jose Valles Meza. After more than a week of testimony, the prosecution called its final witness Monday afternoon. Riverside County Superior Court Judge James Hawkins ordered jurors to return to the courthouse Tuesday,

PSUSD students heading east for College tours, donations needed to support their journey

March 11, 2025 9:24 AM Allie Anthony

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — 48 juniors from the Palm Springs Unified School District will spend their spring break touring Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). The district is sponsoring this 9-day college tour, covering transportation, lodging, and meals. Students applied to attend this tour, and they were selected for their

House passes funding bill ahead of Friday shutdown deadline in win for Republicans

March 11, 2025 2:56 PM CNN

Originally Published: 11 MAR 25 17:48 ETUpdated: 11 MAR 25 17:49 ETBy Sarah Ferris, CNN (CNN) — Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday succeeded in a high-stakes House vote to pass President Donald Trump’s plan to fund the government into the fall, overcoming far-right opposition as the GOP scrambles to avert a government shutdown Friday at

Riverside County Supervisors OK Uber rides for stranded inmates

March 10, 2025 4:18 PM City News Service

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – The Board of Supervisors today approved a $2.16 million contract with Uber Technologies Inc. to provide subsidized rides for Riverside County inmates who can’t arrange or afford to pay for their own transportation after they’re released from any of the county’s four main detention facilities. In a 5-0 vote without

Ukraine agrees to proposal for ceasefire with Russia as US restores aid and intel sharing

March 12, 2025 6:35 AM CNN Newsource

By Ivana Kottasová, Lauren Kent, Alex Marquardt and Jennifer Hansler, CNN Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (CNN) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday that Ukraine had accepted a 30-day ceasefire proposed by the United States, following critical peace talks between US and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia. The ceasefire proposal accepted by Ukraine covers the entire

Remains identified as off-duty Forest Service firefighter missing since 2020 in Big Bear area

March 11, 2025 11:03 AM Jesus Reyes

BIG BEAR, Calif. (KESQ) – Authorities positively identified the remains of an off-duty Forest Service firefighter last seen nearly five years ago in the Big Bear area. Carlos Alexander Baltazar, 35, a member of the United States Forest Service Interagency Hotshot Crew, was reported missing by family on September 24, 2020. His vehicle and backpack

New reports show billions of losses from cybercrime; what experts urge you to do to stay safe

March 10, 2025 2:00 PM Gavin Nguyen

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Cybercrime could put your hard-earned money at risk as you surf the web. According to a report using FBI and FTC data, California lost $3.54 billion to cybercrime in 2023. That works out to just under $90 lost for every Californian. Cybercrime refers to any crime that takes place online,

Vehicle Crashes into La Quinta Circle K; No Injuries Reported

March 11, 2025 5:49 AM Joel Killam

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) — Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle collision at a Circle K in the 78000 block of Calle Tampico early Tuesday morning. The crash happened at approximately 12:40 a.m. on March 11, 2025. When deputies arrived, they discovered a vehicle inside the building. No injuries were reported. After further investigation,

2025 BNP Paribas Open brings in tourists and annual boost to local Coachella Valley economy

March 10, 2025 10:50 AM Tori King

Each and every year the BNP Paribas Open brings in thousands of fans, and millions of dollars to the Coachella Valley. Those tourists often spend money at hotels, restaurants, and other small businesses, helping to boost the local economy. News Channel Three’s Tori King spoke with Rolf Hoehn, the Director of Business Development and Partnership

Teen Accused of Running Red Lights with Firearm in Waistband in Palm Springs

March 10, 2025 3:36 PM City News Service

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A 15-year-old boy remained in custody today after allegedly running multiple red lights on a mini motorcycle and being found with an illegally possessed firearm in Palm Springs. A member of the Palm Springs Police Department observed the teenager on the motorcycle at approximately 8 p.m. Friday, according to

Child hospitalized following vehicle vs. mini-bike collision in Indio

March 10, 2025 10:33 PM Cynthia White

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A juvenile was recovering Monday after being hit by a car while riding a small motorized mini-bike ink Indio inside a gated community near Monroe Street and Avenue 41. The collision happened in the 82000 block of Modena Road at an L-shaped intersection. Indio police said they were investigating the circumstances

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