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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — School ended abruptly for students at Raymond Cree Middle School Monday morning, with students allowed to leave early after a water main break over the weekend affected the campus air conditioning system, according to a message sent to parents by the Palm Springs Unified School District. School officials said the water

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) –UPDATED: The murder charge against Silvercrest CEO William “Billy” Rodriguez has been dismissed following a preliminary hearing in the case stemming from a deadly 2024 crash in Cathedral City. Judge John Ryan ruled there was not enough evidence for the murder count to move forward. However, Ryan found sufficient evidence for Rodriguez

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is giving visitors another reason to stop by this Labor Day weekend. The zoo has continued updating and upgrading its exhibits and animal habitats, giving guests new ways to experience the animals and learn about conservation. And for the holiday weekend, visitors can save

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ)- People across the Coachella Valley say their money is not going as far as it used to, as higher prices for groceries, gas and other everyday needs continue to put pressure on household budgets. Now, new tariffs on some Canadian imports are adding another concern for consumers. New 50% U.S. tariffs

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — A pet adoption event in partnership with numerous shelters and organizations across Riverside County at BG Plaza aims to combat overcrowded shelters. From cats to puppies and big dogs, families are able to meet potentially furry friends before they take them home. Stay with News Channel 3 for more.

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Two adults and two children are displaced after a fire damaged an apartment complex in Desert Hot Springs Sunday morning. The fire happened at the Country Hills Apartments on Ironwood Drive, just off Palm and Hacienda avenues. Authorities responded just before 10 a.m. after receiving reports of heavy smoke

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – With extreme heat, rugged terrain and limited cell service in parts of the desert, a trip outdoors can quickly become dangerous if hikers aren’t prepared. The Joshua Tree National Park Association hosted a “Don’t Die Today” class Saturday at REI in Rancho Mirage, aimed at giving hikers and visitors practical

MECCA, Calif. (KESQ) – A pilot walked away without injury after their aircraft went down in Mecca Saturday evening. According to a post from CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department on X, firefighters responded to reports of a plane down near Ave. 68 and Lincoln St. in Mecca. Personnel contacted the sole occupant of the plane

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is holding a job fair today, August 29, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chase Administration Building to fill open positions across multiple departments. The hiring event coincides with newly released state data showing an uptick in regional unemployment. Figures from the