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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ)  – Some Cathedral City residents are telling News Channel 3 what they want to see in the next councilmember, as the city prepares to interview 12 candidates Wednesday for the District 3 seat, left vacant after the death of long time councilmember Mark Carnevale. Peggy Luce, Cathedral City resident, said she’s

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – This morning, the City of Indio and the Imperial Irrigation District is hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to commemorate the Avenue 42 substation upgrade project, which will expand the substation. The expansion is the first of four projects planned under the Indio Electric Financing Authority. It’s part of an effort to expand

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Safer roads at a cost. Cathedral City has recently installed new bike lane barriers along Perez Road in an effort to improve roadway safety. However, some local business owners argue the barriers are having unintended consequences. Renae Samaan, owner of Johnnie’s Barbershop, says, “The barriers — I became aware of

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) Gas prices across Riverside County dropped Tuesday to their lowest level in more than four years, according to new data, offering some relief to drivers across the Coachella Valley. Figures from AAA and the Oil Price Information Service show the average price for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Riverside County

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – After a pedestrian died in a hit and run New Year’s Eve, the Indio Police Department is reminding residents and drivers of a pedestrians right of way.  Officers are asking residents to use crosswalks whenever they are available and to check for vehicles when entering. They’re also asking drivers to slow

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ground stop that disrupted flights at Palm Springs International Airport over the New Year’s weekend was lifted Saturday evening. Some travelers said they continue to face cancellations and delays Monday as operations work to return to normal. On Monday, a spokesperson from the Palm Springs

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif (KESQ) – Broad reactions are coming in from across the Coachella Valley after Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was captured by U.S. forces — including from some local South American-owned businesses. Monica Moreno, owner of Mi Cultura Cuisine in Palm Desert, says it’s been the topic of conversation all day and reactions have

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – California motorists may soon notice new cameras along their daily commutes. The state is rolling out new automated enforcement programs stemming from several state Senate and Assembly Bills, including cameras at traffic signals and cameras to catch speeders in Caltrans highway work zones. California Assembly Bill 645 was passed back

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The DMV of California rolled out several new laws for 2026. One new law authorizes local governments to waive or reduce parking penalties if a person is unable to pay and requires the provision of a payment plan if requested. The DMV says the goal is to help prevent escalating

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) New tonight, Nicolás Maduro appeared before a U.S. judge today, pleading not guilty after being captured and brought to the United States. The dramatic move is reshaping Venezuela’s future and reopening deep concerns for Venezuelans living here.News Channel Three’s Garrett Hottle is at the Breaking News Center. Maduro’s court appearance comes

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – Stars and filmmakers gathered Sunday morning at the Parker Hotel in Palm Springs for Variety’s 10 Directors to Watch and Creative Impact Awards brunch, held in conjunction with the Palm Springs International Film Festival. The annual event, which takes place the day after the Palm Springs International Film Awards, recognizes established

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – Hundreds of visitors were stranded overnight at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway after an unexpected stoppage Friday evening forced operations to halt for hours, according to tramway officials. News Channel 3 first reported on the Tramway’s technical issues last week. Greg Purdy, VP of Marketing & Public Affairs, said the stoppage

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – Hollywood’s biggest stars gathered Saturday night for the 37th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala, celebrating iconic performances. Rose Byrne earned the Breakthrough Performance Award for If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. The cast of Sentimental Value taking home the International Star Award. Marty Supreme director Josh