KESQ News Channel 3 is officially kicking off the 9th annual “9 Cities Challenge” Blood Drive Friday. Join us and donate blood at 31276 Dunham Way in Thousand Palms from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. You will receive a “Count on Me!” T-Shirt, hat, and $10 ARCO gas card with your donation while supplies last.
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As hundreds continue to flood the border daily, El Centro Border Patrol Sector said its death toll is on the rise with the most crucial months for expected deaths still lying ahead. El Centro Border Patrol Sector reported 28 deaths so far for the 2021 Fiscal Year. At least 7 of those deaths have been
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The effort to recall Governor Gavin Newsom is moving forward after 1.7 million Californians signed a petition to vote him out of office. Newsom is the second in the state to ever face a recall election. The first was former Governor Gray Davis who was recalled in 2003 and replaced by Arnold Schwarzenegger. The last
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UPDATE 06/24 : A 32-year-old man was arrested by Riverside Sheriffs Office (RSO) after authorities said he was wanted for a domestic violence incident that happened early Tuesday morning. Sheriff deputies said the suspect barricaded himself in the 78500 block of Via Bolero in La Quinta. This incident led to an hours long stand-off. The
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With National Mosquito Control Awareness week underway, Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District are pushing for residents to take action to avoid the pesky biters from spreading diseases. In Coachella Valley vector control says there are three mosquito species that carry West Nile Virus, Dengue, and Zika. In 2016 the Aeedes Aegypti Mosquito was
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The California Occupational Safety and Health Standards (Cal/OSHA) Board is meeting Thursday to determine whether or not businesses can allow it’s fully vaccinated employees to no longer wear a mask. The meeting is days after Governor Gavin Newsom issued an Executive Order that allowed those who are fully vaccinated to not have to wear a
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California is fully reopening its economy as a result of fewer COVID-19 cases and increased vaccinations. According to Governor Gavin Newsom, 72% of Californians have been fully vaccinated. With the economy reopening, there will no longer be reopening tiers, no more capacity limits, and changes to the mask mandate. However, counties, cities, and local businesses
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It’s officially Super Tuesday. Voters across the state are casting their vote in the California primary, including those here in the valley. “If I want to be an active member of our democracy and I want a voice, then I need to show up,” said Mike Thompson, a Palm Springs voter who hit the polls
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The 2020 Point in Time Count starts Wednesday morning. The annual survey of homeless adults and youth across Riverside county helps secure funding to help combat the issue. The count provides an estimate of how many individuals are living on the streets, in cars or in shelters. More than 700 volunteers are expected to help
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The California Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal accident that occurred this morning in Thermal. The crash took place at the intersection of Harrison Street and 74th Avenue around 6:30 a.m. CHP is on the look out for a grey silver car with a missing mirror that the suspect was allegedly driving. The collision is
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Police in Riverside are looking for help identifying a suspect who sexually assaulted a woman inside an apartment in Riverside. The suspect is described as Hispanic around 35 to 40 years old. He is approximately 5 foot 4 inches, and weighs between 180 to 200 pounds. The suspect had dark skin, short dark hair and
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How to keep your holidays happy and bright by being fire smart during this festive season. The holiday season is in full swing. From holiday candles, to Christmas tree lights, it can often be hazardous if not properly used with care. And now that we have entered the winter months, residents are using space heaters
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UPDATE: The city of La Quinta has sent out a news alert indicating all roads in the city are now open. Valley locals were tied-up during road closures Sunday morning. Delli Kennedy, resident of Indio said she made it to church Sunday morning by taking shortcuts. “Traffic is ehhh… yeah thats how I feel but
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The Festival of Lights Parade, presented by Desert Wraps, is a Palm Springs tradition featuring twinkling floats, magnificent marching bands and Santa. The 27th Annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade is set to kick off on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5:45 p.m. along Palm Canyon Drive. Mary Hart is also this year’s Celebrity Grand
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The festival is set to take place Saturday, December 7, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday, December 8, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The two-day event expects at least 125,000 people to attend the celebration. Live Entertainment will be featured on six stages, including two Community Stages. Admission is free
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A Coachella Valley Unified School District employee is out on bail following reports of an alleged sexual relationship with a student through social media. According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, on Thursday, CVUSD officials alerted officials and the Thermal Sheriff’s Station began an investigation. Authorities found Valadez at Valle Del Sol Elementary School, where
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As December 1st marks World AIDS day, Desert AIDS Project honors Everyday Heroes at Palm Springs Cultural Center. The annual event, now in its sixth year, shining a spotlight in this year’s honorees: Molly Bondhus and Wil Stiles, Brett Klein, Fiona Foyston, and John Bingle Thompson. The event shares inspirational stories of local volunteers and
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Cal Fire, Riverside firefighters rescued hiker in Rancho Mirage Sunday afternoon. The incident was reported at Bump and Grind Trail at 10:59 a.m. The inaccessible rescue was successfully executed at 12:00 p.m. once hiker walked down the trail. The hiker reported they were experiencing a medical emergency while hiking. At 11:39 a.m., Helicopter 301 was
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The 59th annual tree lighting ceremony held on Saturday, November 30th at Idy Park promises to be extra special this year. In honor of all the roads to Idyllwild now being open, the city decided to light up eight trees in the Idy Park rather than lighting only a single tree as it has been
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‘Tis the season to enjoy the magic of the holiday season! For the second year, Old Town Artisan Studios’ Gingerbread Lane expects many to stop by for one of the top holiday attractions in the Coachella Valley. The free event will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturdays – November 30th, December 7th,
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