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CABAZON, Calif. (KESQ) Investigators “cannot rule out foul play” in the disappearance of 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro after finding “inconsistencies” in the child’s mother’s statement, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said in a press release. Deputies were dispatched at 7:47 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14 to a retail business in Yucaipa after the child’s mother, Rebecca Haro, reported

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Public library has over 100,000 books, movies, CDs and more. The main public library building is now undergoing a long-awaited redevelopment project, which is moving the library and staff into a smaller space in Rimrock Plaza.  Staff said it’s been a difficult process, but one they know

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is back open after being closed for more than a week due to electrical issues. The shutdown began Friday, August 8, when technicians discovered a malfunctioning motor contactor, a component that provides power between the tram drive and motor. Repairs were delayed while crews located the

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) Update 8/17: The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department tells News Channel 3’s Garrett Hottle, Nicholas was located on Friday Aug. 15 around 5:45pm in the 72000 block of Highway 111, and has been removed from the missing person  database. This a developing story and will be updated with further information as it

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – About 8% of U.S. veterans have been diagnosed with PTSD at some point of their lives according to current estimates by Hill and Ponton a leading law firm. The firm says that percentage is possibly higher among those who served in recent conflicts or are registered with the VA,

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The cost of food, including at home and away from home, is up 9.4% on the year, according to the Consumer Price Index. Valley residents told News Channel 3 the spike it causing them to be more conscious of their spending. “It’s just going with the flow right now and

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A motorcycle rider has died after a major traffic collision according to the Desert Hot Springs police department. Authorities said just after 7 a.m. on Saturday officers responded to the intersection of Palm Drive and Dillion Road. The collision involved a motorcycle and a vehicle. First responders said the

MORENO VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Riverside County Sheriff’s investigators announced the arrest of a suspect accused in a Friday morning homicide out of Moreno Valley. The incident was reported around 4:00 a.m. in the 13000 block of Day Street. Investigators said the victim, 19-year-old Angelo Leivas, was found Friday morning with apparent gunshot wounds. They

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Riverside County Sheriff’s investigators said they detained a suspect Friday night, following a short pursuit and perimeter search. The incident began Friday around 6:30 p.m. when deputies attempted a traffic stop in the area of Warner Trail and Mountain View. The suspect reportedly did not yield, initiating a pursuit. Investigators

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Tristan Rogers, the Melbourne-born actor best known for his time on General Hospital, died at the age of 79 following a battle with lung cancer. His death — confirmed to ABC7 by manager Meryl Soodak — comes about a month after his publicist announced the actor had been diagnosed with

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – PSUSD students are working to end hate speech in their classrooms through the district wide campaign “PSUSD Stands Up to Hate.” District officials say the program is to combat hate speech and promote inclusivity within its schools and the broader community.  The PSUSD Director of Title IX and Compliance Dr. Antonia Hunt said

La Quinta, Calif. (KESQ) – The Desert Recreation District is now officially partnering with the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) to maintain the CV Link. The 40-mile multi-use pathway connects communities, parks, and destinations throughout the Coachella Valley. The partnership went into effect Tuesday and is aimed at ensuring the long-term upkeep and safety of

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan to redraw California’s congressional districts is stirring political controversy across the state — and prompting strong reactions from local groups here in the Coachella Valley. The plan, part of what Newsom is calling the Election Rigging Response Act, would temporarily suspend California’s independent redistricting commission. According