Sound bath offers local reset during national wellness month

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) - August is National Wellness Month, and one local fitness studio is giving people a chance to slow down and reset with a sound bath. The experience is happening tonight at 7 p.m. at LYV Fitness in Palm Desert, using sound and vibration to promote relaxation. There are also other local

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Palm Desert resident raises concerns about faded traffic signs along I-10 Washington exit

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) - "These signs are there for safety. They should be seen," says Becky Nelson, a Sun City Palm Desert resident. Nelson is raising concerns about faded and worn traffic signs along the Interstate 10 Washington Street exit, after reaching out to city and county authorities with little success. Nelson says the

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I-Team: Local police ask for additional services as mental health resources strained

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) - A growing need among law enforcement in the Coachella Valley: mental health resources. News Channel 3 investigated the way police respond to people in crisis. In many cases, these emergencies lead to life-or-death decisions. "We meet people on their worst day," said RSO Deputy Jose Soto-Barraza. It's the reality for

Monsoon storms serve as reminder to prepare

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ)— A powerful monsoon storm swept through parts of the Calexico region Wednesday, bringing a haboob that sweep through the eastern Coachella Valley. While the valley avoided major impacts from the storm, the weather served as a reminder that monsoon storms can develop quickly and bring dangerous conditions. Imperial Irrigation District said

Shadow spotted with another bald eagle at Big Bear nest just days after Jackie’s death

BIG BEAR, Calif. (KESQ) - Shadow, the male Big Bear bald eagle, has been spotted with another eagle in the nest he previously shared with Jackie. This is just a few days after Jackie, Shadow's partner of eight years, died following weeks in intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center. On Thursday, the Friends of

COD showcases career paths beyond a four-year degree

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) - Nearly 60% of jobs projected through 2030 won't require a bachelor's degree, according to a CommercialCafe study. The study found 40% of the Riverside area's workforce is employed in mid-skill jobs. Those jobs can include careers that require specialized training, certifications or some college — rather than a four-year degree.

Are you ready for an emergency? CERT training

PALM SPRINGS, CALIF. (KESQ)- If a major earthquake, wildfire or other disaster hits the Coachella Valley, first responders could be overwhelmed. Palm Springs Fire is offering free CERT training to teach residents basic skills like fire safety, search and rescue and basic medical care. 2026–2027 Palm Springs CERT training dates October 16-18, 2026 January 22-24,

Pastor accused of sexually assaulting a minor, served at churches in the Indio and Blythe area

BLYTHE, Calif. (KESQ) - A pastor who has served at churches in the Indio and Blythe area was arrested on Wednesday after allegations of sexually assaulting a minor, the Riverside County Sheriff's Office announced. Lino Hernandez, 41, of Mesa Verde, was taken into custody at his residence in Blythe. He has been booked into the