By Lianne Kolirin, CNN (CNN) — The skull of an Aboriginal man who is thought to have been killed by colonizers in the early 19th century has been returned for burial in Tasmania from a British university. The remains of the unidentified young man will be laid to rest in a ceremonial burial on the
Continue ReadingBy Holly Yan, Andi Babineau, Gloria Pazmino, Donie O’Sullivan and Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — Days after the arrest of an undocumented mother sparked outrage from advocates and politicians alike, a judge blocked the deportation of the activist who was among Time Magazine’s “Most Influential People.” Jeanette Vizguerra, 53, was arrested Monday outside her job
Continue ReadingBy Fredreka Schouten, CNN (CNN) — Maggie Kulyk, a progressive donor and activist in the Atlanta area, has a long list of worries about President Donald Trump: His moves to bypass Congress and swiftly slash the size of government, the financial fallout of his steep tariffs and his decision to install Elon Musk, the world’s
Continue ReadingBy Joan Biskupic, CNN Chief Supreme Court Analyst (CNN) — Once again, it comes down to John Roberts and Donald Trump. It was Chief Justice Roberts, of course, who wrote last year’s Supreme Court decision giving then-candidate Trump substantial immunity from criminal prosecution. But in recent weeks, it also was Roberts who steered the court in
Continue ReadingBy Jessie Yeung, Maria Kostenko, Lauren Kent and Anna Chernova, CNN (CNN) — Ukraine and Russia exchanged aerial assaults overnight, just hours after the Kremlin agreed to temporarily halt attacks on energy infrastructure targets, but stopped short of signing off on a broader ceasefire sought by the US. President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald
Continue ReadingKSNV, LVMPD, CNN By Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — A person dressed in black shot and set fire to several Tesla vehicles at a repair facility in Las Vegas early Tuesday, police said, in what the FBI is investigating as a possible act of domestic terrorism. “This was a targeted attack against a Tesla facility,”
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UPDATE: March 18, 2025 The Imperial County Registrar of Voters posted the Election Summary Report with the official final results of the March 4, 2025 special election on Tuesday afternoon. All three incumbents for Coachella Valley Unified School District trustees in Areas 1, 2, and 4 were re-elected to their seats. The returning incumbents are
Continue ReadingPALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Journalism Foundation partnered with the Palm Springs Public Library on Tuesday night to present “Laughing Out Loud: The Provocative History of Political Cartoons from Ben Franklin to Donald Trump.” Presenter Mike Thompson is the longtime editorial cartoonist and animator with USA Today and the Detroit Free Press
Continue ReadingBy Taylor Galgano, CNN (CNN) — Sports reporter Adan Manzano was found dead in his New Orleans area hotel room while covering Super Bowl LIX. A previous victim of the woman charged in his murder warned a judge such a crime could happen. Danette Colbert, whom Kenner Police previously described as a “career criminal” known
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The U.S. Border Patrol is cracking down on weapons trafficking in the Coachella Valley. Agents from the Indio Border Patrol Station posted a photo on social media Tuesday of the latest contraband seizure from the El Centro sector. Agents intercepted four AK-style rifles, eight handguns, pistol magazines, and 50 rounds of
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – An 18-year-old Coachella resident was in custody today after allegedly making threats to harm members of his family. Deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department’s Thermal station responded to a “family disturbance” at a residence in the city shortly after 3 p.m. Monday, according to the department. They identified the
Continue ReadingBy Gul Tuysuz, Helen Regan and Sandi Sidhu, CNN Istanbul (CNN) — Turkish authorities detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu – a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan – on Wednesday as part of corruption and terrorism investigations. Detention orders were also issued for around 100 others connected to the mayor, including his press adviser
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Major concerns were expressed tonight from local doctors about potential Medi-Cal cuts and threats to healthcare access. Congressman Raul Ruiz met behind closed doors with every major healthcare provider in Riverside County in Indio to hear their concerns. News Channel 3’s Garrett Hottle spoke exclusively with Ruiz about these issues, as
Continue ReadingStory by Reuters Seoul, South Korea (Reuters) — The US energy department put South Korea on a watchlist because visitors to its laboratories mishandled sensitive information, Joseph Yun, the acting US ambassador, said on Tuesday. The designation, which relegated the US ally to the lowest tier of a list that includes China, Iran, Israel, Russia,
Continue ReadingCarolina Garcia MEXICALI, B.C. (T3) – El crimen de un joven de 27 años de edad, integrante de la comunidad LGBTQ dio un giro inesperado, con el aseguramiento de su hermana, como presunta responsable del brutal crimen, fue detenida por la fiscalía, ya que de acuerdo a María Elena Andrade, sus declaraciones eran contradictorias y
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The dining and fundraising event “Dining Out For Life” is returning to the Coachella Valley in April. In its 21st year, the nationwide event raises money to support those living with or affected by HIV and AIDS. On Thursday, April 24th, participating restaurants, bars, and cafes across the Coachella Valley
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Trump Administration’s Department of Government Efficiency plans to terminate lease contracts and close multiple federal agency offices in California, including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service office in Palm Springs. According to the Palm Springs Fish and Wildlife Office (PSFWO) website, the office focuses on wildlife conservation related to
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – City of Indio officials are inviting the public to join in on a Virtual Community Forum on Thursday, March 20, at 12:00 p.m. to help provide input on the city’s Strategic Plan to guide its future. The first of the two community forums was on Tuesday evening. News Channel 3’s Peter
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The Palm Springs Police Department released its crime data for last year, and the new report showed an overall decline in crime. Although overall crime was lower, the report did show a rise in violent crimes. The rise in violent crimes, included sex offenses, assaults, and homicides. According to the PSPD, all of the murder
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – An agency that has provided federal money to Coachella Valley libraries and museums is facing cuts after President Trump issued an executive order slashing the Institute of Museum and Library Services. According to the American Library Association, the Institute is the nation’s only federal agency that provides funding for America’s
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