Karen Devine to receive star

Friday, March 27, 2026 / 11:00 a.m.

For nearly 35 years, Karen Devine has been a trusted voice in households across the Coachella Valley. She began her desert career in 1992 at NBC Palm Springs (formerly KMIR), where she spent 17 years before joining KESQ News Channel 3 in 2009. As an evening anchor and investigative reporter, she has helped shape the region’s broadcast journalism landscape.

A leading member of the I-Team, Devine’s reporting has held officials accountable, elevated public safety awareness, and sparked meaningful community dialogue, including coverage of the opioid crisis that prompted families across the valley to share their stories.