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“Yes on 27,” the measure that would allow online and mobile sports wagering, raised nearly $170 million this year before the end of September. A recent UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies poll found it had just 27 percent support. “Yes on 26, No on 27,” the measure that would have allowed in-person sports wagering on
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Several Departments throughout Riverside County including the District Attorney’s Office, Sheriff’s Department, and the county’s University Health System are working together to combat the alarming rate of Fentanyl-related deaths. Since January of this year, more than 300 people have lost their lives to the lethal drug and the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department says those numbers
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In less than 3 weeks, voters will decide who they want to represent them on College of the Desert’s Board of Trustees, as two seats are up for election. District 1 Ruben Perez (Incumbent)Larissa Chavez Chaidez District 4 Aurora Wilson (Incumbent)Joel Kinnamon College of the Desert Board Chair Ruben Perez is running for another four-year
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At 10:20 this morning, some people across California went over drills in case of a great earthquake. In the Coachella Valley, the College of the Desert, also known as COD, partnered with the Coachella Valley Disaster Preparedness Network, also known as CVDPN. Ahead of the drill, CVDPN had a table of all the information you
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Crucial testimony was revealed Thursday in the re-trial for Jose Larin Garcia. Larin Garcia is accused of murdering four people in Palm Springs in 2019. His first trial ended earlier this year with a deadlocked jury. Kevin Martinez, Larin Garcia’s friend, said the defendant showed him a gun and threatened to kill someone just days before
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News Channel 3 is got a preview of the upcoming Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos celebration being held by The Palm Springs Art Museum. Organizers said it filled with altars, dance, music, art, storytelling, and the honoring of those who have passed away. There will be a presentation and performance by Danza Azteca
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Two geese tested positive for a serious strain of avian influenza (bird flu) that officials say is impacting wild and domestic birds throughout Riverside County. According to the Dept. of Animal Services, chief veterinarian Dr. Sara Strongin received confirmation of the Eurasian highly pathogenic avian influenza (or HPAI H5N1) late Tuesday afternoon. Officials said the
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A crash on State Route 62 in Joshua Tree left two adults and 8 children with injuries ranging from minor to major Wednesday evening. The crash happened on SR-62, approaching Hillview Road at around 6:45 p.m. According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash happened when a man driving a Honda Accord turned left directly
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A 42-year-old man suspected of fatally shooting a man in Desert Hot Springs pleaded not guilty today to murder. Oscar Ernesto Canas also pleaded not guilty at the Larson Justice Center in Indio on Thursday to one felony count of assault with a gun. Canas is suspected in a shooting that occurred around 7:40
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Officials with Palm Springs International Airport announced an upcoming job fair. They say they are looking to fill more than 60 positions. Some vacant positions range from airlines to restaurants. Officials also say officials with the Bob Hope USO is also seeking volunteers. The job fair is set for Tuesday, October 25 from 10:00 a.m.
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Lideres Campesinas is an organization in Coachella that is using aprons to help women share their experiences with domestic violence. “What they do is express what domestic violence is through their eyes or what they’ve been through,” said Elvira Herrera, a domestic violence advocate. During the month of October, Lideres Campesinas is helping women voice
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The Great California Shakeout is on Thursday at 10:20 am and some schools and businesses across California will participate and prepare themselves for a major earthquake. Drop, cover, and hold on are the three basic steps to take if a major earthquake were to happen. The Great American Shakeout is on its 14th year now
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Four candidates are chasing two open seats in the city of Coachella council. We met up with them outside city hall to discuss what issues they care about most. “I’m going to dedicate myself to ensuring housing for everyone, so housing at all income levels and specially focusing on the young professionals that are trying
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In Coachella, mayoral campaign signs are on nearly every corner and with election day looming closer – Steven Hernandez and Denise Delgado are hoping to generate enough excitement that will carry them to victory. “The dream continues, the plan continues, our goal is to make sure that the city of Coachella is that it’s one
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Wednesday in the Palm Springs quadruple murder trial for Jose Larin Gracia, investigators revealed key information about evidence they collected from the scene and the defendant’s car. Larin Garcia is accused of murdering four people in Palm Springs in 2019. His first trial ended earlier this year with a deadlocked jury. Palm Springs Police Detective Lauren
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A storage facility for RV or classic car owners is in the works. The proposed facility by Bighorn Motorsport Condos will sit up in Thousand Palms, off of the Bob Hope exit. It won’t be a residential complex, but rather a place for owners of classic cars, RVs or multiple cars to store it or
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A check presentation ceremony will take place to celebrate the $79 million state budget allocation to build Phase I of a new Student Services Building at the California State University, San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus. When complete, the new building will include an advising/tutoring center, career center, expanded campus library, group study space, a cross-cultural
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Authorities today seized several fentanyl pills hidden inside bags and boxes of candy that a suspect attempted to smuggle through TSA screening at LAX. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Drug Enforcement Agency units at LAX seized the roughly 12,000 pills about 7:30 a.m., after the suspect went through TSA screening with the drugs concealed
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On Thursday, millions of people across the state are expected to take part in this year’s “Great California Shakeout.” Given the Coachella Valley’s proximity to the San Andreas Fault, officials said it’s important to always be ready for a major earthquake. Thursday at 10:20 a.m., earthquake drills will be held throughout the state. It’s a
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The Firebirds are playing in Seattle this weekend and KESQ will be there. Sports Director Blake Arthur and Assistant News Director Tim Kiley are going to the Emerald City and will be LIVE with coverage throughout the trip. Think I’m all set for the trip to Seattle to check out the @Firebirds first “home” game
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