It is the dawn of artificial intelligence. And already — kids are using it in their daily lives. But educational policies and standards at large have not caught up to the dramatic rise of AI and how students are using it, whether for good or bad. “In my math classes, people cheat with AI, and it’s really invasive
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Without a doubt, the most incredible mystery in the history of America. Amelia Earhart vanished over the South Pacific over 80 years ago, chasing history as the first woman to fly around the world. “This is one of the places in the world you don’t want to go.” Heading deep into the jungles of Papua
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Plaza Theatre in downtown Palm Springs will come back to life in December. News Channel 3’s John White is getting an exclusive look at the progress on the restoration and some of the improvements theatre goers will notice when they return for the first time since it closed in
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – A retired Judge has found in favor of Dr. Rick Loftus in a case against Eisenhower Health and Eisenhower Medical Associates that claimed Loftus was forced out in 2020 for raising concerns about COVID safety, and retaliation for reporting discriminatory behavior. I-Team Investigator John White takes an in-depth look at the case
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Trash, many telling us it’s a problem for residents in Thousand Palms. From people’s trash to construction waste, it’s a problem that’s piling up. Code enforcement has been working for years to clean up illegal dumping and homeless encampments at a 93-acre lot at the corner of Monterey and Varner.
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Six months into the Trump administration, News Channel 3 anchor John White sits down for a wide-ranging interview with local Republican Congressman Ken Calvert, asking the hard questions on important local issues. “Does ICE need to be more open about what they’re doing?” What the Congressman says on the local impacts of immigration enforcement, foreign
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Last week, we learned about the National Weather Service and how the meteorologists there work day and night to keep Americans safe across every inch of the country. First Alert Meteorologist Spencer Blum is taking an in-depth look at how recent government staffing cuts and proposed budget cuts could impact the agency monitoring the land,
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Local 41st District Rep. Ken Calvert (R) is hoping President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill will be passed in the Senate and House this week advancing the President’s agenda. The bill includes an extension of the President’s first term tax cuts along with cuts in Medicaid spending to offset some of
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The National Weather Service is comprised of 122 Weather Forecast Offices, which work day and night to monitor local weather conditions for every inch of the United States. This is in addition to 9 additional specialized offices, such as the National Hurricane Center and the Storm Prediction Center, which monitor hurricanes and severe weather, respectively.
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A new chapter in wildlife rescue and rehabilitation is about to begin in the Coachella Valley. The Desert Wildlife Center is just days away from its grand opening. But before that happens, News Channel 3’s Peter Daut got an exclusive sneak peak of the new, state-of-the-art facility in Indio, which officials are calling a “game
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Homeless Navigation Center has now been open for more than a year. So far, hundreds of people have used the new homeless resources. And as News Channel 3’s Peter Daut discovered, demand is so high the facilities are operating at full capacity. Victoria Scuro is the first
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – In the heart of California’s farmland, an unseen crisis is unfolding—one that could have devastating consequences for agriculture and food production. Commercial bee populations are dwindling at an alarming rate, and without these vital pollinators, an entire industry hangs in the balance. As spring unfolds, almond orchards across California’s Central
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Often, we look up into our skies and see rockets. The rockets are launched at Vandenberg Space Force Base. Just recently making history with more than 50 launches in a year. So, how does weather play a role in those launches? Vandenberg Space Force Base is one of only a few places across the nation
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The wildfires to our west are a stark reminder of the importance of first responders during emergency situations. That’s why local fire departments are ramping up hiring efforts and looking for the next generation of heroes. News Channel 3’s Tori King spent the day with the Palm Springs Fire Department to show you what it
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The pursuit of justice continues over seven years after the disappearance of two friends in the Coachella Valley. Jonathan Reynoso and Audrey Moran disappeared on May 10, 2017. Click here for complete coverage on this case In November, Adilene Castaneda was acquitted of all charges against her. Her co-defendant, Aaron Bernal, was acquitted of murder while
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October is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s no secret that younger generations are open about their mental health and the struggles they may face. But for Gen X and baby boomers, talking about trauma and feelings can be taboo. “We never talked about anything outside of the house, you know, all of our family stuff stayed in the
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The 2024 election is just days away and climate change is an issue that is top of mind for many voters, especially here in the Coachella Valley. The Coachella Valley is also home to a number of very competitive races on both the state and national levels. Over the course of several weeks, I reached
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Earlier this week, News Channel 3’s Peter Daut shared his experience aboard the USS Somerset, and highlighted some of the training. He also took an in-depth look at the warship’s namesake, and its connection to United Flight 93. Poignant reminders of Flight 93 can be found throughout the Somerset: on every deck there are photos,
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A News Channel 3 exclusive: A naval journey up the California coast, with hundreds of sailors and marines, many of them stationed at Twentynine Palms. Peter Daut was given rare permission to spend several days at sea with them, and saw firsthand how they train and what life is like on a warship. The naval
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Voters throughout the Coachella Valley will be asked to decide the fate of Measure AA on November’s ballot. If approved, Measure AA will authorize the Desert Healthcare District to enter into a $646,231,750 30-year lease-to-purchase agreement with Tenet Healthcare for Desert Regional Medical Center. If not renewed, the current agreement for Tenet to operate Desert Regional ends in
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