PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs International Film Festival unveiled the lineup Tuesday for the return of its Book to Screen program slated for next month. Deadline’s Matt Grobar will moderate Q&As with directors and screenwriters responsible for bringing written stories to life on the big screen. The first event will take place
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By Josh Campbell, Michelle Watson, Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN (CNN) — The multi-state hunt for Melodee Buzzard, a missing 9-year-old California girl, came to a close when her remains were discovered in a rural area of southern Utah, authorities announced Tuesday. Members of the sheriff’s office and the FBI arrested Ashlee Buzzard, Melodee’s mother, Tuesday morning
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COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) The Coachella Valley Water District approved a new labor agreement during a special board meeting Tuesday, while also formally noting continued regional discussions over the future of the Colorado River. According to the meeting agenda, the board approved a successor memorandum of understanding with the CVWD Employee Association, which represents certain district employees. The
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Olive Crest, a nonprofit focused on preventing child abuse in the Coachella Valley, received a $249,865 grant from the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation to support its crisis response team staff. The nonprofit hopes to stabilize families in crisis and prevent children from entering the child welfare system. “If youth
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First Alert Weather Alert goes into effect tomorrow as rain develops overnight. A massive “atmospheric river” storm approaching will bring up to 2.00″ of rain to the Valley and as much as 5.00″ to 6.00″ of rain to mountain communities. The storm will be most intense tomorrow midday, but we’re like to see rain develop
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Reports of immigration enforcement in Cathedral City had local Hispanic communities reacting Monday. Multiple viewers reported ICE activity near the Target and Cardenas shopping centers. Details remain limited; we’re working on getting additional information. Cathedral City issued a statement to News Channel 3: “The City is not involved in any federal immigration enforcement
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Nurses in Palm Springs continue to fight for better working conditions, gathering Monday night to rally again. Nurses gathered outside of Desert Regional Medical Center for a candlelight vigil as contract negotiations with Tenet Healthcare Corporation, which operates the hospital, continue. Officials with the California Nurses Association/National Nurses United said the
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) –Â Holiday travel is ramping up at Palm Springs International Airport, and officials are reminding travelers to plan ahead during this month’s peak travel period. The airport expects to welcome more than 55,000 departing passengers between Dec. 20-28. The busiest travel days are expected to be Dec. 22, 26 and 28, with
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – News Channel 3 and the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation presented Impact Grants to several Valley nonprofits in 2025, working to improve lives and help those in need. At the beginning of the year, a $50,000 charitable gift was awarded to Coachella Valley Rescue Mission. The Impact Grant was
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) The Coachella Valley is known for sunshine, palm trees, and postcard-perfect winters. But doctors say even here, the holidays can quietly take a toll on mental health. Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a form of depression linked to shorter daylight hours, changes in routine, and heightened emotional expectations during the
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Rain is coming to the Coachella Valley, bringing flooding risk to roadways and the desert’s washes. The valley’s unhoused population often seeks shelter underneath those overpasses and bridges that are threatened by the incoming storms. The Palm Springs Police Department says they are working to clear those areas to keep
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – A Rancho Mirage nursing home resident is taking matters into her own hands by gathering donations to support other elderly residents. The monthly personal needs allowance for Medi-Cal recipients is $35, making it one of the lowest in the country. “It’s demoralizing. It’s dehumanizing. It can break someone’s spirit. It
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LOS ANGELES (KESQ) – In an effort to crack down on excessive speeding and prevent deadly vehicle collisions, the California State Transportation Agency announced a pilot program today to immediately review drivers cited for driving more than 100 mph. The state transportation agency is working with the Department of Motor Vehicles and California Highway Patrol
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By Lisa Respers France, CNN (CNN) — Barry Manilow is rescheduling his January arena concerts due to an update regarding his health. The 82-year-old beloved singer posted a statement on social media on Monday, in which he shared that he has been diagnosed with lung cancer. “As many of you know, I recently went through
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YUCCA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – A 47-year-old man was arrested after a traffic stop in Yucca Valley led to law enforcement seizing ghost guns, drugs, and suspected explosives. The traffic stop happened on Dec. 17 near the intersection of Twentynine Palms Highway and Kickapoo Trail. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, deputies determined
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Fans tossed more than 20,000 teddy bears onto the ice during the Coachella Valley Firebirds’ fourth annual Teddy Bear Toss Night at Acrisure Arena, the hockey team announced today. Â Â The toss occurred after Firebirds’ forward Oscar Molgaard scored the first goal 2:30 into the first period during the team’s
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Paul Stocking said what began 26 years ago with just 4 nutcrackers has now grown into a collection of more than 500. Stocking and Michael Emig’s indoor Christmas display features nutcrackers spanning various professions, cultures and themes. Stocking said the nutcrackers range in size from 6 feet in height, down
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley residents and visitors can expect a wet Christmas this year. We’re issuing a First Alert Weather Alert for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. News Channel 3 spoke with visitors who were hoping for clear skies. “We are very upset, because we like to spend the day outside,”
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CHIRIACO SUMMIT, Calif. (KESQ) –Â A SIG Alert has been issued following an overturned semi-truck on the I-10 heading east towards Blythe, in between Box Canyon road and Chiriaco Summit. According to California Highway Patrol’s incident page, the alert was issued around 5 a.m. on Sunday and is expected to last 3 to 4 hours. The
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – California Highway Patrol delivered hundreds of toys to families in Thermal, Mecca, Oasis and Santa Rosa Saturday morning as part of the CHiPS for Kids holiday toy drive. For weeks, News Channel 3 collaborated with CHP to donate hundreds of toys provided by the Coachella Valley community.
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