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Kraig Johnson, Executive Director of Jewish Family Service of the Desert, discusses changes the organization did to continue community support.

June 25, 2020 11:18 PM Justin Tarpening

Congressman Raul Ruiz discusses possibility of another shutdown, police reform legislation, and removal of Palm Springs statue

June 25, 2020 11:18 PM Justin Tarpening

Search underway for suspect in shots fired call in Indio

June 25, 2020 9:55 PM Jesus Reyes

Indio police were in the Colony Park neighborhood searching for a suspect in a shots fired call Thursday afternoon. According to Ben Guitron, public information officer for the Indio Police Department, said the department received the shots fired call at around 7:50 p.m. in the area of John Nobles Avenue and Arabia Street. This is

Millions more in relief funding available for local small businesses

June 25, 2020 9:33 PM City News Service

A new round of funding for Riverside County small businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic will come available Monday, and sole proprietorships will now have access to the grants, having previously beenexcluded. “We want to help as many businesses as possible,” Supervisor Karen Spiegel said. “Expanding the eligibility criteria … will mean many more small

4 men convicted for murder of Palm Springs art dealer granted a new trial

June 25, 2020 9:22 PM Karen Devine

There are new developments in the 2008 murder of a retired Palm Springs art dealer killed for his money. Four men convicted in the murder of Clifford Lambert have been granted a new trial. The case garnered national attention as the story of how the plan to kill Lambert was hatched and executed. (Left to

‘Suspicious item’ investigation underway at Indio apartment complex

June 25, 2020 6:53 PM Jesus Reyes

An apartment complex in Indio is surrounded by law enforcement after a report of a “suspicious item” Thursday evening. Riverside County Sheriff’s and Indio Police officers are the Monte Azul Apartments on Dr. Carreon near Monroe Street. According to Ben Guitron of the Indio Police Department, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Hazardous Device Team was called

I-Team: Delayed Projects

June 23, 2020 6:06 PM John White

The ripple effects of coronavirus and the economic shutdown may be felt for a long time to come here in the Coachella Valley. Last week we reported that plans for a new sports and entertainment arena in downtown Palm Springs are on hold. Now, we’re learning about other projects in the Coachella Valley. The Delano

OPEN 4 BIZ: Bliss Chakra Spa offers holistic treatments with new safety measures

June 26, 2020 7:44 AM Angela Chen

Spas are one of the last businesses in California’s four-stage reopening plan to welcome back guests. Morning anchor Angela Chen checks out Bliss Chakra Spa in Palm Desert to learn more about the day spa’s unique treatments and the new safety protocols in place.

PSUSD shares what new school year could look like in August

June 25, 2020 10:46 AM Shelby Nelson

The Palm Springs Unified School District held 2 town hall meetings for staff and parents on Thursday and Friday. They aimed at sharing what officials have been planning for the upcoming school year. The meetings were streamed on the district’s YouTube page. PSUSD Superintendent, Dr. Sandra Lyon was joined by Assistant Superintendent, Mike Swize. “We

Daughter of Patricia Brown speaks on racial injustice as her mother prepares for third murder trial

June 25, 2020 9:43 AM Madison Weil

In light of recent events highlighting racial discrimination across the country, the daughter of Patricia Brown is speaking out once again. Brown is a local woman being prosecuted now for a third time in connection with the death of her 2-year-old stepson. Two judges have formerly ruled there is not enough evidence to convict her

Poor air quality from Thermal mulch fire causes concerns

June 25, 2020 5:53 PM Taylor Begley

Air quality is still an issue from the mulch fire that began Wednesday morning in Thermal, especially for those living nearby. “I just want better for my kids,” said Linda, resides a block away from Avenue 58 and Van Buren Blvd in Thermal The smell of smoke is still in the air at Linda’s home.

4th of July fireworks show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage will still be held

June 25, 2020 3:42 PM Jesus Reyes

The fifth annual Fourth of July fireworks show at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage is still scheduled to take place, the casino announced on Thursday. The casino announced that this year’s event will include live DJ entertainment beginning at 7 p.m. and have a “drive-in” theater theme. Vehicle space will be limited due

PSUSD Celebrates the Arts & Art Education

June 25, 2020 11:53 AM Patrick Evans

The Palm Springs Unified School District is celebrating and showcasing the visual and performing arts in a special to air on KESQ News Channel 3 this Saturday the 27th at 7 p.m. Coordinating all the talent is David Green, Director of Musical Theater University, which calls PSUSD’s Rancho Mirage High School home. MTU trains students

Riverside County surpasses 15,000 coronavirus cases

June 25, 2020 2:49 PM Jesus Reyes

On Thursday, Riverside County officially surpassed 15,000 total cases of coronavirus. Download the News Channel 3 app on Apple or Google Play to be alerted on major coronavirus updates and local breaking news. Riverside County reported 238 new cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total to 15,142 with over 201,000 tested. 7,272 patients have recovered from the

Desert AIDS Project providing free COVID-19 antibody testing today

June 25, 2020 12:58 PM KESQ News Team

The Desert AIDS Project is providing no-charge asymptomatic COVID-19 antibody testing and educational materials to the public today during the FIND Free Mobile Market Community Food Distribution at the James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center in Palm Springs. The testing will be conducted from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. An appointment is not required.

CHP officer arrested on suspicion of workers compensation fraud

June 25, 2020 12:23 PM Jesus Reyes

A California Highway Patrol officer was arrested on suspicion of Workers’ Compensation Insurance Fraud and theft on Wednesday. Kathleen Beardsley, 46, was booked into the Larry D. Smith Correctional Facility in Banning, where she was released on $10,500 bail on Thursday. Beardsley is a 25-year veteran of the CHP and has been assigned to the

Gov. Newsom coronavirus update

June 25, 2020 11:48 AM Jesus Reyes

Governor Gavin Newsom is holding a news conference to discuss the latest update on California’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. You can watch live starting at Noon on News Channel 3 and KESQ.com. Today, Gov. Newsom issued a proclamation of a budget emergency to make additional resources available to fund the state’s ongoing emergency response

Indio Police investigate deadly late-night shooting

June 25, 2020 5:58 AM Jeff Stahl

Indio Police were investigating a deadly shooting that occurred in the city Wednesday night. Police were called to the 85100 block of Armata Street at 10:30 p.m. in a neighborhood near Hoover Street and Fred Waring Drive. The original call to police was about a disturbance and then a gunshot. Officers found a man who’d

Thermal mulch fire 50% contained but still sending smoke throughout the Coachella Valley

June 24, 2020 11:35 AM Rich Tarpening

Cal fire said several mulch fires were still burning near the area of Avenue 58 and Van Buren Blvd in Thermal Thursday morning, but the fire was 50% contained and was expected to create air quality hazards for the Coachella Valley for a second day. Cal Fire says the fire was reported shortly before 11

David Green, director of the Musical Theatre University, discusses an upcoming program to help raise money for local music students

June 24, 2020 11:18 PM Justin Tarpening