Month: August 2017

A horse was killed after being struck by several vehicles in Desert Hot Springs Monday night. Watch KESQ live this morning with up-to-the-minute details First responders were called out to the scene just after 8:30 near the intersection of Palm Drive and 20th avenue. According to officers on scene, a person was riding the horse

A Marine who allegedly tried to bring live military ordnance onto a plane at Palm Springs International Airport pleaded not guilty to a felony charge Monday morning at the Larson Justice Center in Indio. Steven Corey Vella, 21, was stationed in Twentynine Palms. Vella is charged with one felony count of unlawfully possessing a destructive

The Desert Storm announced his retirement after 23-years in boxing which included five world championships and an overall record of 33-2-1. Sports Director Blake Arthur got an exclusive interview with the 33-year-old Bradley on Monday to talk about his retirement and future plans. Watch exclusive full interview here with the Desert Storm

Southern California authorities say 23-year-old Jarrod Anthony Samra of Highland, a former fire department explorer, has been arrested on suspicion of starting several recent wildfires, including one that injured a firefighter. Samra also faces a charge of causing great bodily injury. Read more about the San Bernardino County Fire Department Fire Explorer program San Bernardino

Last year the Palm Springs Indian football team were a touchdown away against La Quinta from winning the DVL Title. Loaded with weapons on the offense, but a young sophomore quarterback in Jeremy Dotson. Now a year more of experience, but key players to replace. It’ll likely come down to the big men up front.

A transient who admitted stabbing a homeless woman to death in Palm Springs claimed she was threatening his life, a prosecutor said today, while a defense attorney said her client’s justified concerns for his life, coupled with mental illness and addiction issues, drove him to kill her. Denee Salisbury’s memorial sheds light on homeless mental

The Block Sports Bar & Grill is hosting an all-day fundraiser Monday to raise money for Mike Avila, the man who was shot inside the Cathedral City bar last month, and 100% of the proceeds are going to the victim and his family. Watch video of the suspects being arrested at a Banning gas station

In the 2016 Olympics from Rio, Desert Hot Springs native Sarah Robles took home the bronze medal becoming the first United States weightlifting medalist since 2000. In July at the Pan American Championships Robles took home the women’s total, snatch, and clean & jerk titles to extend her unbeaten streak to four consecutive competitions this

Según la Patrulla de Caminos de California, el ahora occiso residente de Thousand Palms fue descubierto en la calle despues de ser arrollado por un automovilista que se escapó del área, tras el impacto. La víctima fue arrollada por segunda ocasión por un Ford Mustang 2005, conducido por una mujer al filo de las 11:45

Las cámaras de noticias Telemundo 15 hablaron en exclusiva con la sobrina de Jose Luis Velasco,quien era conocido como “El Paletero” en la ciudad de Desert Hot Springs,quien perdió la vida en circunstancias misteriosas el pasado miercoles en su casa.Las autoridades aun siguen investigando que fue lo que realmente paso con el sr Velasco quien

An infestation of millions of bugs is hurting businesses in downtown Palm Springs. The charcoal seed bug can be seen covering lights, windows and doors at night in the city. During the day, these bugs feast on the enormous amount of grass grown at the base of Mt. San Jacinto, and at night the bugs

Las autoridades mexicanas se preparaban el lunes por la tarde para la llegada de a tormenta tropical Franklin a la península de Yucatán y anunciaron el cierre de un aeropuerto cercano a la costa. Dijeron que tambien han alistado refugios y limpiado canales de desagüe. El Centro Nacional de Huracanes en Miami reportó a las

Search & Rescue crews said they will continue to search for the missing hikers at Joshua Tree National Park as no evidence has shown up since they were last heard from on Wednesday, August 2. The San Bernadino County Sheriff’s Department has now left the search effort, but Joshua Tree Search & Rescue crews are

La policía investiga la muerte de un hombre que fue atropellado aparentemente por dos vehículos mientras caminaba sobre el Expressway 86 cerca de la Avenida 84 en Thermal. Según el informe Brandon Copper de 30 años fue impactado por un coche cuyo conductor no se detuvo y aún no ha sido localizado, sin que se

After 23-years of boxing, likely hall of famer Timothy Bradley Jr. has retired from the sport. Known by the nickname “The Desert Storm”, he held five world championships in two different weight classes during his 37-fight career. Bradley Jr. finished 33-2 all time with 1-draw & 1-no contest. Born in Palm Springs, he grew up

Officials have told KESQ News Channel 3 and CBS Local 2 that the August 7th job fair has been canceled. A new job fair has been scheduled on August 31. Updated job fair schedule: Monday, August 21 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Thursday, August 31 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The hotel is seeking

Police were investigating an apparent hit-and-run collision after a body was discovered along the northbound lanes of Highway 86 near the Salton Sea late Sunday night. The Riverside County Coroners Office said Monday, Brandon Cooper, 30, of Desert Hot Springs died at 11:29 p.m. Sunday near the Otan Ditch. A CALFIRE statement said Cooper died

A traffic collision downed a power pole Sunday night in Palm Desert, causing a fire and knocking out electricity to 115 Southern California Edison customers. According to Deputy Armondo Munoz of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, a single-vehicle collision occurred at 8:40 p.m. in a residential area near Astor Drive and Primrose Drive. KESQ News

The California Highway Patrol says an investigation is underway after a man was discovered dead in or near a vehicle around 11:15 p.m. on Sunday night. The man was found on northbound Hwy 86 at 84th Avenue. The area is near the Salton Sea where Riverside County borders both San Diego and Imperial counties. No

A traffic collision downed a power pole Sunday night in Palm Desert, causing a fire and knocking out electricity to 115 Southern California Edison customers. Watch Jeremy Chen live in Palm Desert with updates now. According to Deputy Armondo Munoz of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, a single-vehicle collision occurred at 8:40 p.m. in a