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Yearlong operation on child sexual abuse material leads to 42 arrests across RivCo, including four locals

May 11, 2026 4:37 PM Jesus Reyes

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) – A yearlong, multi-agency operation led by the Riverside County Child Exploitation Team (RCCET) identified more than 500 suspected distributors of child sexual abuse material and led to 42 arrests, the District Attorney’s office announced on Monday. Authorities confirmed the arrested including local residents including: 56-year-old from Palm Springs 46-year-old man from Bermuda

California monitors four residents who were possibly exposed to hantavirus

May 11, 2026 3:28 PM City News Service

LOS ANGELES (KESQ) – Four California residents who were possibly exposed to the deadly hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship were being monitored, state health officials said today, while emphasizing the risk to the general public remains extremely low. State Public Health Officer Erica Pan, director of the California Department of Public Health, said

Trial date set for Coachella woman accused of fatally stabbing mom

May 11, 2026 3:45 PM City News Service

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – An Aug. 25 trial date was confirmed today for a Coachella woman accused of fatally stabbing her 53-year-old mother. Marilyn Alisa Cardenas, 25, is charged with murder and a sentence-enhancing allegation of using a deadly weapon in the commission of a felony stemming from the attack on Elba Estrada of

Palm Desert launches “Homeward Paws” pilot program to encourage local pet adoption

May 11, 2026 2:58 PM Jesus Reyes

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — The City of Palm Desert announced the launch of the Homeward Paws Pet Adoption Incentive Program, a new initiative designed to help local animals find homes while supporting residents who choose to adopt. The program provides a $125 gift card to eligible residents who adopt a dog or cat that originated

Palm Springs police seek community’s help in search for suspected package theft

May 11, 2026 1:13 PM Jesus Reyes

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Police Department is seeking the community’s help in the search for a suspected package thief, sharing a photo on its social media pages Monday. A package worth roughly $2,000 was stolen shortly after 3 p.m. April 29 from outside a residence located in the 500 block of

Coachella hosts town hall on proposed data center and municipal utility

May 5, 2026 1:30 PM Jesus Reyes

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella hosted a community town hall tonight regarding the city’s Municipal Utility and the proposed data center concept. It was a packed room at the Boys & Girls Club of Coachella Valley as residents pressed city leaders and Stronghold developers for answers. The meeting started with a presentation on the proposed

Carjacking suspect crashes near COD causing major congestion for morning commute

May 11, 2026 10:57 AM Rich Tarpening

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – An early morning accident caused major delays near the College of the Desert Campus Monday. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were investigating a call of a carjacking near Highway 74 and Busera Way in Palm Desert around 8:40 a.m. Upon arrival, deputies learned the victim’s vehicle was

Earthquake swarm near Brawley serves as reminder for Coachella Valley residents to prepare

May 10, 2026 6:47 PM Shay Lawson

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – A series of earthquakes near Brawley over the weekend is serving as a reminder for Coachella Valley residents to review their emergency plans and supplies. The U.S. Geological Survey said at least 350 minor quakes have struck in Imperial County near Brawley since Saturday. Mitch Brown, president of the Coachella

Families share what Mother’s Day means to them

May 10, 2026 12:18 PM Daniella Lake

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – This Mother’s Day, locals and visitors to the Coachella Valley are out celebrating their mothers with brunch, flowers and special gifts. News Channel 3 asked people what the holiday means to them. “There’s no one else that could replace her,” says Emmanuel Chavez. His family is planning on celebrating his

Coachella Valley moms welcome new babies on Mother’s Day

May 10, 2026 4:49 PM Athena Jreij

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Desert Regional Medical Center and JFK Memorial Hospital welcomed several new babies into the world this Mother’s Day. The hospitals report three babies born Sunday, including baby boy Jayce to parents Jarelle and James Balanzat. Another baby boy was born Sunday morning, Liam, to mother Yessenia Acosta. At JFK Memorial

Firebirds outlast Ontario Reign in double-overtime thriller to advance to third round

May 9, 2026 9:48 PM Kendall Flynn

ONTARIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley Firebirds continue to find a way to win games when it matters most. The Firebirds outlasted the Reign Saturday night at Toyota Arena by the final score of 3-2 in double overtime, capping off a highly competitive five-game series between two bitter rivals. Winner of Game 3 the

Coachella Valley families celebrate mothers ahead of Mother’s Day

May 9, 2026 5:58 PM Timothy Foster

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Families across the Coachella Valley gathered in Rancho Mirage ahead of Mother’s Day to celebrate the women and caregivers who help shape their lives. The event brought together mothers, daughters, friends, and families for a floral arranging workshop focused on appreciation, reflection, and spending time together. For Avi Rodriguez, motherhood has

Series of earthquakes strike Imperial County, Brawley area

May 9, 2026 9:53 PM Athena Jreij

IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KESQ) – A series of earthquakes, some as high as 4.5 magnitude, hit Imperial County near Brawley Saturday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. USGS reports at least a dozen earthquakes in the area above 2.5 magnitude, beginning shortly after 4 p.m. with a 3.5 magnitude quake striking nearly two miles

‘It’s our superbowl’ Palm Springs Florist says Mother’s Day is busiest holiday of the year

May 9, 2026 11:39 AM Daniella Lake

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs Florist has been providing flowers to the Coachella Valley community since 1947. Owner Jordan Hall says Mother’s Day is their busiest holiday. “We do between 500 to 700 deliveries between Thursday through the weekend,” says Hall. He grew up in the family business and selling flowers to the

Police investigate stabbing in Desert Hot Springs

May 8, 2026 8:43 PM Jesus Reyes

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – A person was stabbed Friday night in Desert Hot Springs, police confirmed. The incident was reported at around 8:15 p.m. on Buena Vista Avenue. Details remain limited. Police Chief Steven Shaw confirmed the victim sustained non-life threatening injuries. Stay with News Channel 3 for any new developments. Get the

UPDATE: Cathedral City woman aboard Gaza aid boat captured again by Israeli Naval Forces

May 8, 2026 10:36 AM Athena Jreij

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Geraldine Ramirez, a Cathedral City woman News Channel 3 first followed in October, is said to have been captured once again by Israeli Naval Forces, while trying to deliver aid to Gaza. News Channel 3 first spoke with Ramirez’s family last year, when she was captured on the boat. She

Man who gunned down Desert Hot Springs resident nearly 10 years ago admits murder

May 8, 2026 5:25 PM City News Service

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A 28-year-old man who fatally shot a Desert Hot Springs resident nearly a decade ago pleaded guilty today to first-degree murder. Richard Alex Bernal of Desert Hot Springs admitted the felony count during a pretrial hearing Friday at the Larson Justice Center in Indio. The Riverside County District Attorney’s Office

13th annual Woman Who Rule Awards and Scholarship Luncheon

May 8, 2026 10:24 AM María García

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) — Women Leaders Forum of the Coachella Valley celebrated honorees for their leadership, service, and generosity making a difference in the community at the 13th Annual Women Who Rule event in Rancho Mirage on Friday morning. “When we empower our next generation, particularly girls and women, we are emboldening the next

Family of 21-year-old man killed in crash with RSO deputy file lawsuit

May 8, 2026 5:14 PM Garrett Hottle, Jesus Reyes

CALIMESA, Calif. (KESQ) – A family is suing Riverside County after a Sheriff’s deputy blew through a red light at nearly 100 miles per hour, killing a 21-year-old man and critically injuring his fiancée several months ago, Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP announced. The family of Gavin Hinkley and his fiancée, Madeline Fox, filed

Man arrested at Indio school campus after police find gun, drugs in vehicle

May 8, 2026 4:19 PM Jesus Reyes

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A 27-year-old man was arrested at Andrew Jackson Elementary School on Thursday after police allegedly found a firearm and multiple narcotics in his vehicle. The incident happened at around 2:10 p.m. According to the Indio Police Department, detectives saw the suspect driving a vehicle onto the school campus. Authorities said because

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