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The family of a local man who died tragically while on vacation in Colombia is speaking out.   Fernando Martinez died on Thursday.   We are hearing from his family, desperately trying to get his body back to the Coachella Valley.  His family says he and several friends were drugged by a group of women while on

Update: On Sunday morning, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that an investigation in Thousand Palms was connected to Saturday’s shooting in Rancho Mirage. Investigators closed off the area between Robert Road and Varner Road on Sunday afternoon, around 3:00 p.m., for a follow-up investigation for that same incident. News Channel 3’s crew at the

UPDATE: News Channel 3 and the Palm Springs Animal Shelter extend a thank you to all who turned out to support our first ever Cans ‘N Kibble event. The community came through to show their care for the animals – donating over 8,000 pounds of kibble, 4,100 cans of pet food, and more than $16,000

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — The Find Regional Food Bank has officially opened a new warehouse, marking a major milestone in its mission to end hunger in the Coachella Valley. The facility will allow the organization to expand its food distribution, provide educational programs, and support workforce development initiatives for the community. Bill Sanchez, president and

(PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — This year marks the 34th annual celebration of the Dinah. It is the world’s largest and longest-running music for queer women, nonbinary folks, and allies. The music festival is from September 24-28 at the Riviera Resort in Palm Springs. Founded in 1991 by Mariah Hanson, The Dinah has evolved from

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ) A verified GoFundMe is now helping the family of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the Riverside County teen found in the trunk of a Tesla at a Hollywood tow yard earlier this month. The fundraiser lists Esmeralda Lozano as the organizer on behalf of the Rivas Hernandez family, and GoFundMe confirmed to News

THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – At critical overcapacity, the Coachella Valley Animal Campus (CVAC) says they are urgently looking for adopters and fosters this weekend. Marlo Clingman, the manager at CVAC, says they have no room for any dog that arrives today due to critical overcrowding. “Most of our large dogs have been here for

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – After hearing of its safety advantages from Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills, The Palm Springs City Council voted unanimously in favor to purchase the new Flock Nova system on Thursday night. Mills explained to the Council the Flock Nova is an operating system has been used successfully to identify

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – As electric bikes and scooters continue to grow in popularity, they’re also catching the attention of thieves — leading to a troubling rise in thefts. Following the arrest of two men accused of stealing electric scooters in Rancho Mirage, local shop owners are urging riders to take extra precautions to

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Three volunteers at the Desert Hot Springs Animal Care and Control facility reached out to News Channel 3 alleging they were let go from their positions without reason. Speaking with News Channel 3 under the condition of anonymity out of fear of retaliation, the volunteers say they worry about

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) Palm Springs city leaders broke ground Thursday on a major expansion of the pickleball courts at Demuth Park. The project will add 22 new courts, including one tournament court. Upgrades will also bring new sidewalks, shade structures, lighting, and landscaping to the facility. Mayor Ron DeHarte, members of the city council,