COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – This year marks 25 years of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, known around the world simply as “Coachella.” The festival started in 1999 with Rage Against the Machine, Beck, The Chemical Brothers, and Tool as headliners. “It changed the festival from being something that didn’t really have a
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Out of town Coachella festival-goers are taking to social media this week, complaining about canceled short term rental reservations just days before the festival. Now, many say they’re left without a place to stay, and are scrambling as prices rise. “They had announced Justin Bieber as a headliner, and me
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Festival goers this year now have a new network to connect with each other. It’s called Mirage, and it’s described as “a pop-up good vibes network for the festival season.” Mirage went online April 1st and will vanish as festival season comes to a close on May 1st. Sat Singh, the
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – How the city of Palm Springs chooses its mayor is sparking a lot of conversation. Dozens attended Wednesday night’s city council meeting where councilmembers discussed a possible change to how the city selects its mayor. Including former mayors, who are divided over if the shift would strengthen leadership or create
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Coachella Valley Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz made the case that the sky above 125-thousand festival goers is not fully protected. He is now pushing a federal bill that would restrict aircraft over large outdoor concerts. This isn’t the first time this bill has been introduced, but it comes after a plane towing a banner crashed last
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Another toasty day across the Coachella Valley as temperatures peak today, about 5 to 10 degrees above normal with highs in the mid to upper 90s. A cooling trend begins tomorrow as a low pressure system increases onshore flow, bringing gusty west winds 35-45 mph in especially wind prone areas. Conditions turn cooler and more
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Acrisure Arena hosted its annual Autism Acceptance Night at tonight’s Coachella Valley Firebirds game, highlighting inclusion and accessibility in sports entertainment. The event, held as part of Autism Acceptance Month, features a modified game-day environment designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities. Adjustments include reduced noise levels, limited lighting effects, and
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (KESQ) – The California Supreme Court has ordered Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco to pause his investigation into the November 2025 Proposition 50 special election. On Wednesday, a formal stay was granted against Bianco’s ballot investigation. The CA Supreme Court has kicked this back to the appellate court. California Attorney General Rob Bonta
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In this episode of Desert Chat we visited the iconic Living Desert and Gardens, Karen Devine gets honored at the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars, and much more.
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In this Episode of Desert Chat we visit the McCallum Theatre as they show us a sneak peak of Beetlejuice The Musical. We learn how the Desert Wildlife Center is helping conserving the wildlife of our very own Coachella Valley, plus we give out special awards to some very special guests and much more.
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High pressure remains in place today, sending temps into the middle 90s. But not the area of low pressure off the coast. It’s going to be a significant weather maker into the weekend. As that low moves in, we’ll see gustier conditions through the weekend, along with cooler temps and a slight chance of showers.
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A warming trend will continue across the Coachella Valley through Wednesday, with high temperatures running about 10 degrees above seasonal averages and slightly warmer conditions than earlier this week. Winds will remain relatively light compared to the past few days, though breezes are expected to increase. Starting Thursday, cooler air will move in, bringing stronger
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – President Donald Trump announced a two-week suspension in the bombing of Iran on Tuesday. This after he set a previous deadline at 5 p.m. PT the same day, after issuing a message renewing threats to bomb key Iranian infrastructure if Tehran does not open the strait. Some Coachella Valley residents
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Jeff L. Grubbe will return to the role of tribal chairman for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. The tribe released the results of its March 17 annual election on Tuesday, when the results were certified. Tribal Council Chairman Jeff L. Grubbe was elected to a full two-year term in office. Tribal
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Joaquin Sterling is a senior thrower for Shadow Hills High School track and field, and he is the latest student-athlete of the week. “He wants to be the best,” head coach Richie DeTamble said. “He doesn’t want to be fifth in the state. He wants to be number one.” Sterling is
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – News Channel 3 is sharing everything you need to know heading to the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, from street closures to heat safety advice from local doctors. Street Closures The City of Indio is closing multiple streets on each Friday through Monday of the festival. The following roads will
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Concerns are continuing to mount over the effectiveness of the Gene Autry Trail Wind Wall, despite the project nearing official completion. News Channel 3 has received multiple viewer complaints, along with videos showing sand still accumulating along the stretch of road the wall was designed to protect. Residents say the
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