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Jesus Reyes

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – An attic fire left two adults displaced Tuesday afternoon in Desert Hot Springs.

The fire was reported just after 1:15 p.m. on the 13500 block of Cuando Way.

“The first arriving unit reported heavy fire and smoke coming from the attic of the structure,” reads a CAL FIRE post about the incident.

The fire was knocked down at 2:00 p.m., authorities said. Firefighters will remain at the scene for several hours for salvage and overhaul.

CAL FIRE confirmed there were no injuries reported.

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Gavin Nguyen

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A man accused of a suspected DUI crash that killed a La Quinta teen has now been charged with murder.

Jose Villegas Orbe, 47, of Palm Springs, was back in court on Tuesday, where he received an additional charge of murder after the teen he struck with his car, Liam Cantu, died in the hospital. He was previously also charged with DUI causing injury, hit and run, and driving on a suspended license.

Villegas is being held in lieu of bail. He is scheduled to return to court on Feb. 4.

The crash killed Liam Cantu, a 14-year-old La Quinta High School freshman, as he was riding his bicycle with another teen on Highway 111 in La Quinta on October 10. The crash came as Cantu was excited to join the La Quinta High School baseball team.

According to authorities, Villegas had a history of DUI convictions. In a previous conviction, he had signed a Watson advisement, which could lead to a murder charge for the defendant if they cause a subsequent fatal DUI crash. When Cantu passed, that murder charge was added.

A second teen bike rider was also injured in the crash. They were released from the hospital to continue their recovery.

News Channel 3’s Gavin Nguyen was in the courtroom, he’ll have the latest on the case. Watch News Channel 3 starting at 4 p.m. for more.

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Jesus Reyes

Update 12/03/25

Aaron Garcia was found by police, his family told News Channel 3’s Shay Lawson.

Original Report 12/02/25

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ) – Authorities are calling on the community’s help to locate a 12-year-old Coachella boy reported missing on Monday.

Aaron Garcia was last seen on the 45900 block of Meritage Lane, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office.

He is described as five feet tall, weighing 90 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a red shirt, blue jeans, and a silver chain with a silver outlined black cross.

If you have any information, you are urged to call Sheriff’s dispatch at 800-950-2444.

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Jesus Reyes

UPDATE: The hiker has been identified as Michael Pavelec, 63, of La Quinta.

LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – A hiker died on a La Quinta trail Tuesday morning after a medical issue.

The incident was first reported just after 9:45 a.m. about 2.3 miles up the Boo Hoff Trail.

The patient was found by mountain bikers, according to CAL FIRE.

Battalion Chief Ryan Kirby told News Channel 3 that the patient was out hiking with some friends before the medical incident.

Fire crews worked to reach the patient by ground via off-road ATVs. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Aviation Unit made it to the patient first, who confirmed the hiker had died.

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Kendall Flynn

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Palm Springs hosted its “State of the City” Tuesday at the Palm Springs Convention Center. The address highlighted some of the city’s accomplishments and took a look ahead to future plans.

Mayor Ron deHarte shared updates on the recent accomplishments and new ideas for Palm Springs.

Local business owner Bob Kincaid told News Channel 3 that the city’s growth is evident, but questions remain about the future.

“I think the economic department for Palm Springs has done a really good job of trying to boost business with their, their local campaign that they did where they did the gift cards and such, and I know that the team over there is doing a really good job really trying to bring in business,” Kincaid said.

Two projects Kincaid mentioned are the Plaza Theatre reopening and the Convention Center modernization. While he sees the support, Kincaid says he’s hoping to see more small business support outside of downtown Palm Springs, like for his business in the Rim Rock Plaza.

“If you really look at sustainability, we also have to focus on our local community. While we love our people from Canada and everyone else who visits us, I think again, you know, having a solid plan. That comes down to a business plan for a lot of businesses,”

Holding officials accountable, we asked deHarte about initiatives, including how advancing technology in the city will bring more opportunities.

“We have to look at our processes internally so that the outside business community that wants to come work in Palm Springs and invest in Palm Springs can do it simply and can do it quickly and not have to lose a lot of money because it takes a long time to process their requests through City Hall,” deHarte said.

While there is success with business upgrades and 48 new businesses added, deHarte says there are still challenges ahead this year.

“We did well. We increased revenue. Next year we’re projecting a slight decrease. We have to pay attention to that. We have to watch the quarterly reports,” deHarte said.

deHarte said he attributes the slowing economy for the decrease.

“I think it’s just the slowing economy that we’re seeing, we can’t point our fingers to anything quite yet,” deHarte said.

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Tauli Anderson

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Agave Caliente Tequila Bar has turned into a winter wonderland pop-up bar- Jingle & Mingle. The holiday bar, full of twinkling lights and extravagant decorations, is located at the Agua Caliente Casino in Cathedral City.

This is a month-long celebration packed with nonstop holiday happenings each day.

Guests will find festive entertainment around every corner—from sparkling light displays to holiday cocktails, live music, and even surprise appearances from Santa himself.

Holiday-themed bites and specialty cocktails are available at a range of prices, making it easy for guests to grab a cozy holiday treat or try one of the signature seasonal cocktails on the naughty or nice list.

Organizers anticipate a strong turnout, with thousands expected to visit throughout the holiday season.

 

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Luis Avila

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – City officials in Indio are pushing for clarity on recent immigration enforcement in the area, seeking information about who has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and why the public has been left in the dark.

Council member Oscar Ortiz is leading the effort to request data from the Department of Homeland Security under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), a federal law that allows the public to request records from federal agencies, with certain exceptions.

“Right now, we’re looking for transparency. A lot of us — even our leadership — don’t know how many people were taken from our city.”

Oscar Ortiz, Indio Council Member

The city’s FOIA request would seek details such as:

Number of residents arrested this year

Immigration status

Reasons for their detention

Length of time spent in detention centers

Outcomes of arrests

Sandra Reyes, program manager at TODEC, noted that access to this data is about more than just numbers.

“It’s important because that reflects the realities of our city. Having the data reflects the huge impact in the community.”

Sandra Reyes, TODEC Program Manager

Ortiz hopes the data will provide a clearer picture of what’s happening to its residents and allow the city and local organizations to better support affected families.

“We’re not requesting any personal information and so the data that we get back should be made public. My hope is that organizations and even students will use that information and get a better understanding of what’s going on.”

Oscar Ortiz, Indio Council Member

The city council will consider the FOIA request at its meeting tomorrow.

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Jesus Reyes

Palm Springs, Calif. (KESQ) – The 37th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) announced its lineup, including opening and closing night films.

The festival will screen 168 films from 72 countries and territories, including 53 premieres (3 World, 6 International, 10 North American, 12 U.S., and 22 California) from January 2-12, 2026. The lineup includes 44 of the International Feature Film Oscar® Submissions along with a plethora of returning and brand-new programs. The festival has also added the historic Plaza Theatre as one of its venues.

OPENING AND CLOSING SCREENINGS

The festival will open on Friday, January 2 with the film Calle Malaga, where actress Carmen Maura shines as an aging woman in Tangier, fighting to keep her home—and her sense of self—in director Maryam Touzani’s poignant Spanish-language debut. In attendance will be director Maryam Touzani.

Calle Malaga

Opening Night will take place at multiple venues.

The festival will close on Sunday, January 11 with the film Glenrothan, with film’s director and star Brian Cox in attendance. The Closing Night screening will take place at the Richards Center for the Arts at Palm Springs High School. Making his directorial debut, legendary actor Brian Cox stars alongside Alan Cumming as two estranged brothers reunited in their idyllic Scottish hometown, bound by the traditions of their family’s whiskey distillery.

Glenrothan

Key programs with guests expected to attend include King Hamlet with actor Oscar Isaac and director Elvira Lind; Kim Novak’s Vertigo with actress Kim Novak and director Alexandre O. Philippe; The Housemaid with director Paul Feig; She Dances with actress Audrey Zahn, actor Steve Zahn, director RickGomez, and actress Mackenzie Ziegler; Elvis, Rocky & Me: The Carol Connors Story with songwriter CarolConnors; All That’s Left of You with director, writer and star Cherien Dabis; Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’tDie with director Gore Verbinski; It Would Be Night in Caracas with actor Edgar Ramirez; Steal This Story,Please! with subject and journalist Amy Goodman; Palestine 36 with director Annemarie Jacir; The LastViking with director and writer Anders Thomas Jensen; and more.

Highlights for this year include the launch of Gateway Films, a new series celebrating the titles thatsparked a lifelong love of cinema, curated by actress Diane Kruger, critic Leonard Maltin, director PaulFeig, programmer Therese Hayes, and late actor Udo Kier. Additional programming includes a GermanCountry Spotlight showcasing A Land Within, Amrum, Bad Painter, Islands, Miroirs No. 3, Silent Friend,Stars, The Last Spy, and What Marielle Knows; Family Day with Arco, KPOP Demon Hunters, and Zootopia2 presented at the Mary Pickford alongside a lively revue of local vendors and family-friendly fun; and anAfter Dark slate featuring Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, Mārama, The Book of Sijjin and Illiyyin, andThe Plague. The Festival will further highlight local storytelling with Local Spotlight selections ItalianWannabe and Ramona and the Ballad of Juan Diego, along with a new edition of Close-Ups incollaboration with Dave Karger.

“Our 2026 lineup is a celebration of the stories that move us, challenge us, and remind us why we lovemovies,” said Lili Rodriguez, Artistic Director of the Palm Springs International Film Society. “From familyfun to bold new voices, from international masters to exciting first-time filmmakers, this year’s selectionsreflect the range of energy of world cinema today. At Palm Springs, the joy comes not just from the films,but from the conversations and shared moments that bring people together year after year. We can’twait for audiences to feel that spark that only cinema brings.”

AWARDS BUZZ – BEST INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM SUBMISSIONS This section is selected by Festival programmers as the strongest entries in this year’s Academy Awards® race and will screen 44 official submissions from the Best International Feature Film category. A special jury of international film critics will review these films to present the FIPRESCI Award for Best International Feature Film of the Year, as well as Best Actor, Best Actress, Best First Feature Film, and Best Screenplay in this category.

On Wednesday, January 7, The Hollywood Reporter will also host an in-depth panel discussion with some of the directors that have made the Best International Feature Film short-list.

● 100 Liters of Gold (Finland), dir. Teemu Nikki● 2000 Meters to Andriivka (Ukraine), dir. Mstyslav Chernov● A Poet (Colombia), dir. Simón Mesa Soto● A Sad Beautiful World (Lebanon), dir. Cyril Aris● A Useful Ghost (Thailand), dir. Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke● All That’s Left of You (Jordan), dir. Cherien Dabis● Belén (Argentina), dir. Dolores Fonzi● Beloved Tropic (Panama), dir. Ana Endara● Eagles of the Republic (Sweden), dir. Tarik Saleh● Familia (Italy), dir. Francesco Costabile● Father (Slovakia), dir. Tereza Nvotová● Franz (Poland), dir. Agnieszka Holland● Happy Birthday (Egypt), dir. Sarah Goher● Hijra (Saudi Arabia), dir. Shahad Ameen (North American Premiere)● Homebound (India), dir. Neeraj Ghaywan● It Was Just an Accident (France), dir. Jafar Panahi● Kokuhô (Japan), dir. Sang-il Lee● Late Shift (Switzerland), dir. Petra Volpe● Left Handed Girl (Taiwan), dir. Shih-Ching Tsou● Little Trouble Girls (Slovenia), dir. Urška Djukić● Magellan (Philippines), dir. Lav Diaz● Mr. Nobody Against Putin (Denmark), dirs. David Borenstein & Pavel Talankin● My Father’s Shadow (United Kingdom), dir. Akinola Davies● No Other Choice (South Korea), dir. Park Chan-wook● Orphan (Hungary), dir. László Nemes● Palestine 36 (Palestine), dir. Annemarie Jacir● Reedland (Netherlands), dir. Sven Bresser● Sirât (Spain), dir. Oliver Laxe● Sound of Falling (Germany), dir. Mascha Schilinski● The Last Dance (Hong Kong), dir. Chan Mou Yin Anselm● The Love That Remains (Iceland), dir. Hlynur Pálmason● The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo (Chile), dir. Diego Cespedes● The President’s Cake (Iraq), dir. Hasan Hadi● The Sea (Israel), dir. Shai Carmeli-Pollak● The Secret Agent (Brazil), dir. Kleber Mendonça Filho● The Tale of Silyan (North Macedonia), dir. Tamara Kotevska● The Things You Kill (Canada), dir. Alireza Khatami● The Tower of Strength (Montenegro), dir. Nikola Vukčević● The Voice of Hind Rajab (Tunisia), dir. Kaouther Ben Hania● Traffic (Romania), dir. Teodora Ana Mihai (California Premiere)● Under the Flags, The Sun (Paraguay), dir. Juanjo Pereira● Young Mothers (Belgium), dirs. Jean-Pierre Dardenne & Luc Dardenne

TALKING PICTURESThe Talking Pictures program includes in-depth discussions with directors, writers and actors from theyear’s top titles. The following films selected for this year’s program with guests attending are:

● King Hamlet (USA), dir. Elvira Lind (California Premiere)—Expected to attend are actor OscarIsaac and director Elvira Lind● The Housemaid (USA), dir. Paul Feig—Expected to attend is director Paul Feig● The Librarians (USA), dir. Kim A. SnyderAdditional titles featuring discussions with Film Award honorees will be announced at a later date.

AFTER DARKThe Festival’s late-night corner, serving up sharp, strange, and pulse-pounding genre films.

● Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die (USA), dir. Gore Verbinski● Mārama (New Zealand), dir. Taratoa Stappard● The Book of Sijjin and Illiyyin (Indonesia), dir. Hadrah Daeng Ratu (California Premiere)● The Plague (Romania), dir. Charlie Polinger

AMERICAN INDIESIndependent films from rising American filmmakers.

● Burt (USA), dir. Joe Burke● Fantasy Life (USA), dir. Matthew Shear● Honeyjoon (USA), dir. Lilian T. Mehrel● Idiotka (USA), dir. Nastasya Popov● She Dances (USA), dir. Rick Gomez● Tow (USA), dir. Stephanie Laing

CLOSE-UPSDocumentaries spotlighting the lives and creative worlds of filmmakers, celebrating the craft, thelegends, and the stories behind the camera.

● Boorman and the Devil (USA), dir. David Kittredge● Coroner to the Stars (USA), dirs. Ben Hethcoat & Keita Ideno● It’s Dorothy! (USA), dir. Jeffrey McHale● Kim Novak’s Vertigo (USA), dir. Alexandre O. Philippe (U.S. Premiere)● The Eyes of Ghana (USA), dir. Ben Proudfoot● Third Act (USA), dir. Tadashi Nakamura

GATEWAY FILMSA new series celebrating the titles that sparked a lifelong love of cinema, curated by actress Diane Kruger, critic Leonard Maltin, director Paul Feig, programmer Therese Hayes, and the late actor Udo Kier.

● Fire (India), dir. Deepa Mehta—Selected by programmer Therese Hayes● In the Mood for Love (Hong Kong), dir. Wong Kar-Wai—Selected by actress Diane Kruger● Medea (Denmark), dir. Lars Von Trier—Selected by actor Udo Kier● Films curated by Leonard Maltin and Paul Feig to be noted at a later date.

GERMAN FOCUSStories from German filmmakers.

● A Land Within, dir. Michael Kofler (North American Premiere)● Amrum, dir. Fatih Akin● Bad Painter, dir. Albert Oehlen● Islands, dir. Jan-Ole Gerster (California Premiere)● Miroirs No. 3, dir. Christian Petzold● Silent Friend, dir. Ildikó Enyedi● Stars, dir. Konrad Wolf● The Last Spy, dir. Katharina Otto-Bernstein (California Premiere)● What Marielle Knows, dir. Frédéric Hambalek (California Premiere)

LOCAL SPOTLIGHTHighlighting films from the Coachella Valley.

● Italian Wannabe (USA), dir. Steve Dabal (World Premiere)● Ramona and the Ballad of Juan Diego (USA), dir. Jason Sklaver (World Premiere)

MODERN MASTERSNew films, classic auteurs.

● A Magnificent Life (France), dir. Sylvain Chomet● Below the Clouds (Italy), dir. Gianfranco Rosi● Cover-Up (USA), dir. Laura Poitras, Mark Obenhaus● Dreams (Mexico), dir. Michel Franco● Hen (Greece), dir. György Pálfi (U.S. Premiere)● Orwell: 2+2=5 (USA), dir. Raoul Peck● The Captive (Spain), dir. Alejandro Amenábar (U.S. Premiere)● The Last Viking (Denmark), dir. Anders Thomas Jensen (California Premiere)● The Soundman (Netherlands), dir. Frank Van Passel (North American Premiere)● Two Prosecutors (France), dir. Sergei Loznitsa● Yes (France), dir. Nadav Lapid

NEW VOICES NEW VISIONSUnique viewpoints from first- and second-time directors.

● Broken Voices (Czech Republic), dir. Ondřej Provazník● Deaf (Spain), dir. Eva Libertad (California Premiere)● God Will Not Help (Croatia), dir. Hana Jušić (California Premiere)● Lucky Lu (Canada), dir. Lloyd Lee Choi● Mad Bills to Pay (USA), dir. Joel Alfonso Vargas● On the Sea (United Kingdom), dir. Helen Walsh (North American Premiere)● Silent Rebellion (Switzerland), dir. Marie-Elsa Sgualdo● The Nature of Invisible Things (Brazil), dir. Rafaela Camelo● The Negotiator (Italy), dir. Alessandro Tonda (North American Premiere)

SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS● Dead Man’s Wire (USA), dir. Gus Van Sant● Hamlet (United Kingdom), dir. Aneil Karia (California Premiere)● I Swear (United Kingdom), dir. Kirk Jones (U.S. Premiere)● Vertigo (USA), dir. Alfred Hitchcock

TRUE STORIESNon-fiction filmmaking at its most urgent and illuminating.

● Adaptation to Darkness (Israel), dir. Shay Fogelman (International Premiere)● ASCO: Without Permission (USA), dir. Travis Gutiérrez Senger● Ask E. Jean (USA), dir. Ivy Meeropol● Elvis, Rocky & Me: The Carol Connors Story (USA), dir. Alex Rotaru (World Premiere)● La Salsa Vive (Colombia), dir. Juan Carvajal● Modern Whore (Canada), dir. Nicole Bazuin (International Premiere)● Natchez (USA), dir. Suzannah Herbert● Raoul Wallenberg: Missing Inaction (USA), dir. Brad Rothschild, Brian Mait (North AmericanPremiere)● Remaining Native (USA), dir. Paige Bethmann● Runa Simi (Peru), dir. Augusto Zegarra (California Premiere)● Speak. (USA), dir. Jennifer Tiexiera, Guy Mossman● Steal This Story, Please! (USA), dirs. Tia Lessin & Carl Deal● Sweet Störy (United Kingdom), dirs. Sarah Justine Kerruish & Matt Maude● The Gas Station Attendant (USA), dir. Karla Murthy● The Golden Spurtle (United Kingdom), dir. Constantine Costi● Trade Secret (Australia), dir. Abraham Joffe● Whistle (Australia), dir. Christopher Nelius (California Premiere)● Yanuni (Austria), dir. Richard Ladkani

QUEER CINEMA TODAY & THE GAYLAPoignant, heartfelt and insightful stories from the LGBTQ community.

● 3670 (South Korea), dir. Joonho Park● Dope Queens (USA), dir. Grafton Doyle (California Premiere)● Drunken Noodles (USA), dir. Lucio Castro● Jimpa (Australia), dir. Sophie Hyde● Manok (South Korea), dir. Lee Yu-jin● Maspalomas (Spain), dirs. Jose Mari Goenaga & Aitor Arregi (U.S. Premiere)—Featured as theGayla Spotlight● State of Firsts (USA), dir. Chase Joynt● The Little Sister (France), dir. Hafsia Herzi● We Are Pat (USA), dir. Ro Haber—Featured as the Gayla Spotlight

WORLD CINEMA NOWTravel the world without leaving your seat.

● A Private Life (France), dir. Rebecca Zlotowski● Battle of Oslo (Norway), dir. Daniel Fahre (International Premiere)● Beginnings (Denmark), dir. Jeanette Nordahl (California Premiere)● Colours of Time (France), dir. Cédric Klapisch● Damned If You Do, Damned If You Don’t (Italy), dir. Gianni Di Gregorio (California Premiere)● Frontier (Spain), dir. Judith Colell (California Premiere)● Fuze (United Kingdom), dir. David Mackenzie (U.S. Premiere)● Gustaakh Ishq (India), dir. Vibhu Puri● H Is for Hawk (United Kingdom), dir. Philippa Lowthorpe● Hello Betty (Switzerland), dir. Pierre Monnard (International Premiere)● It Would Be Night in Caracas (Mexico), dirs. Mariana Rondón & Marité Ugás (California Premiere)● Ky Nam Inn (Vietnam), dir. Leon Le● Lovely Day (Canada), dir. Philippe Falardeau (U.S. Premiere)● Made in EU (Bulgaria), dir. Stephan Komandarev (California Premiere)● Meadowlarks (Canada), dir. Tasha Hubbard (International Premiere)● Mr. Burton (UK), dir. Marc Evans (U.S. Premiere)● No Comment (Norway), dir. Petter Næss (North American Premiere)● Once Upon My Mother (France), dir. Ken Scott● Primavera (Italy), dir. Damiano Michieletto (California Premiere)● Project Y (South Korea), dir. Lee Hwan● Promised Sky (France), dir. Erige Sehiri● Renoir (Japan), dir. Chie Hayakawa● Saipan (Ireland), dirs. Lisa Barros D’Sa, Glenn Leyburn (U.S. Premiere)● Spices and Lies (France), dir. Amine Adjina (North American Premiere)● Spit (Australia), dir. Jonathan Teplitzky (International Premiere)● Sundays (Spain), dir. Alauda Ruiz de Azúa (North American Premiere)● The Altar Boys (Poland), dir. Piotr Domalewski (North American Premiere)● The Blue Trail (Brazil), dir. Gabriel Mascaro● The Choral (UK), dir. Nicholas Hytner● The Condor Daughter (Bolivia), dir. Álvaro Olmos Torrico (California Premiere)● The Party’s Over (France), dir. Antony Cordier● The Richest Woman in the World (France), dir. Thierry Klifa● The Sun Rises on Us All (China), dir. Cai Shangjun (U.S. Premiere)● To the Victory! (Ukraine), dir. Valentyn Vasyanovych (U.S. Premiere)● Two Pianos (France), dir. Arnaud Desplechin (U.S. Premiere)● Youngblood (Canada), dir. Hubert Davis (U.S. Premiere)

FAMILY DAYPresented by Acrisure on Sunday, January 11, Family Day includes an array of activities and local food trucks at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater from 12pm to 4pm. The Mary Pickford Theater will screen the following free movies with entry available on a first-come, first-served basis including:

● Arco (France), dir. Ugo Bienvenu● KPOP Demon Hunters (USA), dirs. Chris Appelhans & Maggie Kang● Zootopia 2 (USA), dirs. Jared Bush & Byron Howard

Supporting sponsors of Family Day include 3M Studios, EōS Fitness, and Arco.

Juried awards for films in competition will be announced Sunday, January 11 for seven categories, including the FIPRESCI Prize for films in the International Feature Film Oscar® Submissions program; NewVoices New Visions Award for unique viewpoints from first and second-time directors; Best DocumentaryAward for compelling non-fiction filmmaking; Ibero-American Award for the best film from LatinAmerica, Spain or Portugal; Desert Views (Local Jury) Award for a film that promotes understanding andacceptance between people; and the Young Cineastes Award for a film chosen by our Youth Jury.

The complete lineup will be available online on December 2 at psfilmfest.org. Passes are currently onsale. The Festival’s box office can also be reached at (760) 778-8979

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Daniella Lake

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Villas at Millennium, a new affordable housing complex, hosted its groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday in Palm Desert.

Palm Villas at Millennium will be developed in two phases across 10.49 acres. The first phase will include five three-story residential buildings with 120 residential units.

“Up and down the state of California, the number one issue facing Californians is affordability, and that’s housing affordability and access to affordable homeownership,” says Assemblyman Greg Wallis.

12 units will be set aside for victims of domestic violence, and 43 will be designated for those experiencing homelessness. They also plan to provide wraparound services.

“After school care, continuing education, and resume building,” shared Reid Bradshaw, director of development for Palm Communities.

Phase one is estimated to be completed by June 2027.

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John White

WASHINGTON, D.C. – (KESQ) The office of Southern California Republican Rep. Darrell Issa is reacting to a Punchbowl News report that Issa is considering dropping his re-election bid in California’s 48th district to run next year in Texas.

The 48th district is being redrawn after the passage of Proposition 50 to include Palm Springs and Indian Wells in the Coachella Valley.

Most of the district is in San Diego county and registration now favors democrats.

Punchbowl News reports that Issa is now considering running in a district in the area of Dallas, Texas if the U.S. Supreme Court upholds new congressional districts in Texas that favor Republicans. 

News Channel 3 reached out to Issa’s Deputy Chief of Staff and Communications Director who provided this statement in an e-mail:

“We don’t have any news to make tonight – but stay tuned. On the record!”

Stay with News Channel 3 for any new developments.

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