May 2020

Virtual arts competition helped students channel their creativity during the COVID-19 school closures

May 18, 2020 9:58 AM Taban Sharifi

The Riverside County Office of Education launched avirtual student arts competition to help students channel theircreativity during the COVID-19 school closures. Students from TK–12 across Riverside County were allowed to participate. There were quite a few winners here in the Coachella Valley from Palm Springs Unified School District and Desert Sands Unified School District. River

Palm Springs parolee jailed, accused of leading police on pursuit

May 18, 2020 7:15 AM Jeff Stahl

A Palm Springs parolee was in jail Monday, held without bail, accused of brandishing a gun and reckless driving while leading police on a pursuit. Police say Keith Acedo, 43, was seen driving a white Ford Explorer westbound on Ramon Road at 5:21 p.m. Sunday waving a handgun out of the vehicle. He reportedly refused

Gusty Winds set to Return Today

May 18, 2020 6:39 AM Patrick Evans

A cold front moving in from the Pacific Northwest will push winds into the Valley, prompting a Wind Advisory to be posted from 2pm today until 11am tomorrow. A cold front will swing through this afternoon and overnight, keeping temperatures in check today, and cooler than normal by ten degrees tomorrow! Highs will be close

Beloved Comedic Actor Fred Willard Dies

May 18, 2020 6:07 AM Patrick Evans

Fred Willard, who created inimitable characters in movies like “Best in Show” and “Anchorman” and “This is Spinal Tap” has died of natural causes according to his family. He was 86 years old. Willard also made entertaining appearances on “Everybody Loves Raymond” where he was nominated for 4 Emmy awards, and most recently as Frank

Vigilia para honrar a la pequeña Madalyn, asesinada por su propio padre

May 17, 2020 9:48 PM Eliana Lopez

El sábado por la noche, una fila de autos llenó el estacionamiento en Southwest Church en Indian Wells para honrar a Madalyn. Su padre, Adam Slater, está acusado de arrojar a la niña por un acantilado en la autopista 74, al sur de Palm Desert. Las personas en una larga fila de automóviles conducían manteniendo

Winds pick up as temperatures drop

May 17, 2020 8:56 PM Taylor Begley

This weekend was a warm one here in the desert. The high temperature in Palm Springs hit 99° Saturday and climbed a degree, reaching 100° on Sunday. We’ve been dealing with a ridge of high pressure that’s been causing these above normal conditions, but low pressure is about to shake things up. Winds are beginning

Customers dining at Palm Springs restaurants could be allowed alcoholic drinks on sidewalks

May 17, 2020 7:59 PM Dani Romero

Customers who dine at Palm Springs restaurants could soon be allowed to drink alcoholic beverages on sidewalks and in parking lots. Those are just some of the changes anticipated once customers are allowed to dine in once again. Restaurants in Palms Springs are set to look different when serving customers as the state moves to

General Patton Museum cancels annual Memorial Day Celebration

May 17, 2020 3:28 PM Tom Tucker

The General Patton Memorial Museum in Chiriaco Summit announced today that its annual Memorial Day ceremony will not take place this year due to coronavirus concerns. The museum, which is closed in accordance with the state’s emergencyhealth orders, has hosted a Memorial Day celebration for the last 31 years. In the past, the celebration has

Joshua Tree National Park reopens to visitors

May 17, 2020 1:55 PM KESQ News Team

Joshua Tree National Park has reopened to visitors for the first time since the April 1 closure. Even before the full closure to visitors, the park had restricted access then due to to concerns of the spreading coronavirus pandemic. The reopening is part of “a phased approach across all units of the National Park System,”

Elizabeth Romero congratulates Melissa Melendez on her victory

May 17, 2020 10:29 AM Londy Sagastume

Elizabeth Romero gave thanks to her supporters and congratulated Republican Melissa Melendez for her victory in the 28th District State Senate seat. Romero also expressed how she was extremely proud of the campaign she and her team ran, despite coming up short in the vote count. Romero released a statement saying, “Our efforts were historic,

Changes you can expect at The Living Desert once it reopens

May 17, 2020 7:35 AM Caitlin Thropay

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is putting together a robust coronavirus plan so that when it’s time to reopen park guests, staff and animals can remain safe. News Channel 3’s Caitlin Thropay met with the zoo to learn more. According to the zoo’s president and CEO, Allen Monroe, here are some of the changes

Cooling down with some gusty winds moving in

May 17, 2020 5:13 AM Taban Sharifi

On Saturday, Palm Springs reached a high temperature of 99°. The average for this time in May is 94°. Temperatures will remain a few degrees above average this afternoon. A region of high pressure over the region is moving E and a trough of low pressure farther north is pushing ESE. This trough is keeping

Former Student Athlete of the Week to play golf at Chapman

May 16, 2020 10:39 PM Taylor Begley

Another former Student Athlete of the Week, Danielle DeKock from Palm Desert is continuing her athletic career in college. DeKock was the captain of the dance and golf teams in high school. She is committed to playing Division III golf at Chapman University. I’m so excited to attend Chapman University this fall, as it has

Warm and dry this weekend with gusty winds in the forecast

May 16, 2020 8:41 PM Taylor Begley

A ridge of high pressure is keeping us warm and dry this weekend. Palm Springs nearly reached triple digits on Saturday. Upper 90s are expected for Sunday as well, with gusty winds beginning in the evening. Winds pick up as a trough of low pressure deepens over California. This will also cause temperatures to drop

Drive-by vigil brings dozens to honor one-year-old girl allegedly killed by father

May 16, 2020 4:56 PM Dani Romero

Southwest Church in Indian Wells held a celebration of the life of Madalyn, a one-year-old toddler who authorities believe was thrown off a cliff by her father last week. Michael Grome, the grandfather of one-year old Madalyn Rose recalls the moment he first learned about the horrific attack that left his daughter Ashley with stab

Red Barn bar’s owner opens doors but not for business on Saturday

May 16, 2020 2:20 PM Caitlin Thropay

A Palm Desert bar expected to open Saturday, did not. News Channel 3’s Caitlin Thropay was there when the owner opened the doors but let no one in. A line of cars and a gathering of people were outside Red Barn bar off Highway 111. They were waiting to hear if the owner would reopen

18 year old arrested for possession of assault type weapon

May 16, 2020 1:25 PM Timothy Kiley

Riverside County Sheriff’s Department pulled over a car for reckless driving on Friday just after 10:30 pm. During a vehicle check Deputies found a loaded Glock 27 (.40 caliber) handgun, a Glock 19 (9mm) handgun, and a MK IV (.45 caliber) assault type pistol with a threaded barrel, on the floorboard of the right rear

Changes to alcohol rules in next stage of re-opening

May 16, 2020 10:53 AM Timothy Kiley

The City of Palm Springs has announced that once the next stage of California’s phase 2 is in place, there will be some changes to restrictions on how restaurants are allowed to serve alcohol. Restaurants with the proper license will be able to serve alcoholic beverages at indoor common areas and outdoor areas such as

Cahuilla Casino Hotel to Reopen May 27

May 16, 2020 9:38 AM Londy Sagastume

There is some exciting news coming to the Coachella valley as the debut of the Cahuilla casino hotel is about a week away. The opening of the hotel is set for Wednesday May 27th. The hotel’s original grand opening was scheduled for April second but amidst the pandemic the casino decided to close down in

Temperatures stay warm this weekend

May 16, 2020 5:14 AM Taban Sharifi

Friday, Palm Springs reached a high temperature of 97°. Today, temperatures will be warmer as a ridge of high pressure drifts overhead. The average temperature for the weekend is 94° and we will clock temperatures in the upper 90s. The ridge of high pressure is expected to remain in place through Sunday. What we are

Month: May 2020