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MOUNT BALDY, Calif. (KESQ) – Rescue crews found three missing hikers dead and rescued two others Monday on Mount Baldy, authorities announced. Three hikers found dead The discovery was made after personnel from the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue team and the Fontana Sheriff’s Station responded to a request to locate an injured

JOSHUA TREE, Calif. (KESQ) – The National Parks Service announced a new annual pass will be available starting January 1, 2026 for non-residents of the United States. Previously the parks service offered annual America the Beautiful passes to US citizens and residents only. Now, non-residents will have their own annual pass available for $250. Many

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A new survey by West Health-Gallup Healthcare finds that less than 30% of Americans view their mental health as “excellent.” Before the COVID-19 pandemic, 43% of Americans rated their mental health as “excellent.” With the New Year, millions of Americans hit the gym to improve their physical health as a New

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Law enforcement agencies in the Coachella Valley are expressing some concern over a federal drone ban. The Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) ban of Chinese-made DJI and Autel Robotics drones in the United States went into play last Tuesday. While older models already approved for sale and those already in use are

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)  – The Palm Springs Cultural Center is honoring Udo Kier, the legendary German actor and cult film icon, who died at 81 in November. The tribute begins with a curated pre-show at 5 p.m. highlighting Kier’s artistic journey through film clips and archival moments. Organizers said the pre-show traces the many

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs Police say an elderly woman died in a car crash Sunday afternoon. Officers responded to the crash at South El Cielo Road and Kirk Douglas Way near the Palm Springs Airport. The 93-year-old was traveling southbound in a Honda, and attempted to make an eastbound turn going left,

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The DMV of California announced several new laws signed by Governor Gavin Newsom that will go into effect in 2026. These new laws include a law that will extend the probation period for those convicted of vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated from two years to between three and five years.  “This

RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – A controversial residential development planned next to the Ritz-Carlton in Rancho Mirage has been approved by the city council, despite concerns from residents who fear the project could have lasting impacts to their community. The development, located in the foothills above Rancho Mirage, will include more than 100 residential units,

UPDATE 12/29/25 – 12:45 p.m. Indian Canyon has reopened. All three main roads through the wash are now opened. PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Crews are beginning to open roadways that were closed or shut down due to flooding on Christmas Eve. In Palm Springs Vista Chino reopened Friday and Gene Autry Trail reopened Saturday

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Dozens of residents gathered in Cathedral City Sunday afternoon to protest reported immigration enforcement activity in the Coachella Valley, saying the reports have sparked fear and uncertainty within the local Hispanic community. The protest took place outside the Mary Pickford Theatre after multiple viewers contacted News Channel 3 reporting possible

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Pets could be a great gifts for the holidays if you know someone looking for a new furry friend. However, local animal shelters say there’s a few things to keep in mind before you surprise someone with a new companion or if you’re the one welcoming them to your family. 

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – U.S. consumers were projected to spend $1 trillion dollars this holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation. For those who put most of their holiday spending on their credit cards, News Channel 3 spoke with local independent financial advisor, Simon Hobbs, about the best way to tackle your credit

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – This week’s Christmas storm broke records across California, with the National Weather Service (NWS) dubbing it the wettest Christmas on modern record. Parts of the state, including here in the Valley saw flash floods, muddy roadways and in the San Bernardino mountains, devastating damage. The NWS reports the mountains saw