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THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) — Aziz Farms receives a grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture for a new education center. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Friday morning to mark this milestone. Now entering its fourth year, the program continues to educate students through immersive, hands-on field trips, this time with the addition of

THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) One of the world’s largest winter show-jumping competitions is underway in the Coachella Valley as riders, trainers and veterinarians take added precautions following an equine herpesvirus outbreak traced to an event in Waco, Texas. The Desert International Horse Park’s Desert Holiday Series draws competitors from around the world. Marketing director Emily Randolph

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A beloved tradition celebrating culture, family recipes, and, of course, plenty of mouthwatering tamales. Indio is being transformed into a vibrant celebration of flavor and community. Streets will be lined with rows of vendors preparing to serve up their signature tamales. 21 Vendors, from classic styles passed down through generations to

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – The Indio Police Department says it’s now using a program called “RapidSOS” for non-emergency calls for service. They say it is an advanced tool to help generate calls.  When you contact Indio PD at (442) 300-3104 the “RapidSOS” program captures “key information in real time, reducing any wait times,” according to a social

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs High School hosted its 3rd annual “Giving Thanks to the World” on Thursday. Students conducted research on countries and cultures, including their own, culminating in a celebration of cultural diversity showcasing the rich tapestry, traditions and languages of countries and cultures. The event allowed students and school staff

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ)  – With e-bikes topping many kids’ holiday wish lists this year, local law enforcement and prosecutors are issuing warnings to parents about safety requirements, legal responsibilities and the growing number of serious crashes involving young riders. E-bikes are defined under California law as bicycles equipped with operable pedals and an electric

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) Hospitals across the Coachella Valley are adopting new forms of artificial intelligence to speed up diagnoses, reduce wait times, and catch serious conditions earlier according to officials at Desert Oasis Healthcare and Eisenhower Health. Desert Oasis Healthcare (DOHC) is deploying AI inside remote patient monitoring devices, allowing clinicians to receive alerts

EAST VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The Coachella Valley is gearing up for holiday celebrations this weekend in Indio and Coachella. While city officials are ready for Indio’s tree lighting and the Coachella Enchanted Parade with Elf and Friends, they want to make sure residents know the are safe. This comes after many events throughout the

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — Palm Springs Police is rolling out new safety measures for this weekend’s Festival of Lights Parade after last year’s event took a frightening turn when a police motorcycle crashed into the crowd. Thousands are expected to pack Palm Canyon Drive, including Bermuda Dunes resident Linda McCarthy. She remembers the crash

Update 12/04/25 Kristina Bruno says that Cathedral City code enforcement is encouraging her to keep the pantry going, as long as she downsizes it and implements a sturdy structure per safety concerns. Cathedral City officials told News Channel 3 Thursday morning that they are simply asking the pantry to be downsized and built to a