Tori King

2 weeks ago | kesq.com | Tori King

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) -- A Flag Day event is set to kick off in Palm Springs on Saturday. 'The Flags of Prayer Project' is a heart-centered, worldwide action within which people or groups of people compose prayers, then create flags displaying them. According to the project, the flags are strung together and hung outdoors where they can be seen and the wind can catch them, inspiring unity and hope and spreading their message.

2 weeks ago | kesq.com | Tori King

COACHELLA, California (KESQ) -- As protests over recent ICE Operations continue, some California cities say they will not aid federal agents in any way regarding matters over immigration enforcement. Many of these cities are known as "Sanctuary cities", and there are several right here in the Coachella Valley. Here, Palm Springs, Cathedral City, and Coachella, are all designated as sanctuary cities.

2 weeks ago | kesq.com | Tori King

By Tori King PALM SPRINGS, California (KESQ) - Despite a slower Summer season approaching, local sports bars and restaurants are finding themselves busy, especially during game nights. With the NBA and NHL finals underway, people are spending their time watching the games at local desert establishments. News Channel 3's Tori King is speaking with business owners about the boost.

3 weeks ago | kesq.com | Tori King

COACHELLA, Calif. (KESQ)-- The Desert Recreation District is extending its long-time partnership with Kaiser Permanente to launch Operation Splash, a scholarship program that removes financial barriers to swim lessons and equips local families with lifesaving water-safety skills. Kaiser Permanente's $85,000 two-year grant, awarded through its Healthy Eating Active Living initiative, allows DRD to offer free lessons for children throughout the Coachella Valley.

3 weeks ago | kesq.com | Tori King

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)-- June 3rd is World Bike Day, which celebrates bikes and cyclists around the world. It's also a day that encourages cyclists to ditch the car for a day, and if possible, take a bike for transportation instead. Several cities, including Palm Springs, are celebrating World Bike Day. The city posted a message on social media reminding drivers to be aware of additional cyclists on the roadways, and to practice careful driving.