Month: May 2020
Senior Spotlight – Michael Galvan
Galvan is a two-sport standout at Rancho Mirage high school, competing in the pool as a swimmer and water polo player. He is a two-time CIF-SS champion, earning a title his freshman year at Shadow Hills and then his senior year with Rancho Mirage. 💍💍 Big flex from our featured student-athlete Michael Galvan in tonight's
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County Supervisors delay vote to rescind health orders until Friday
The Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted to table their decision on a proposal that would remove the county health officer’s order, including mandatory face covering and social distancing guidelines. Visit KESQ.com/Coronavirus for the local updates After a 9-hour board meeting with many county residents arguing for and against the proposal and discussion with various
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El primer paciente diagnosticado con coronavirus en el hospital JFK se reúne con el médico que dice que salvo la vida
El primer paciente diagnosticado con coronavirus en el Hospital JFK Memorial en Indio. El y su médico comparten su experiencia y cómo juntos, lo superaron. “El momento en que entré en la habitación y me puse la máscara y el equipo y caminé delante de un paciente con COVID… Nunca me había sentido así. Mi
Continue Reading First patient diagnosed with coronavirus at JFK hospital reunites with doctor he says saved his life
The very first patient diagnosed with coronavirus at JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio is speaking out. In an exclusive interview with News Channel 3’s Madison Weil, he and his doctor share their experience and how together, they got through it. “The moment that I walked into the room and put on the mask and the
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Trump no usa mascarilla durante visita a fábrica que las produce en Arizona
El mandatario realizó un recorrido en la fábrica Honeywell que anunció el mes pasado que espera producir más de seis millones de máscaras N95 para Arizona. El presidente Donald Trump visitó este martes una fábrica de mascarillas faciales de Arizona, utilizando el viaje para demostrar su determinación de ver la reapertura del país, incluso cuando
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Condado de Riverside reporta 100 nuevos casos de coronavirus, 3 muertes y 15 recuperaciones
El condado de Riverside ahora tiene un total de 4.454 casos. El número de casos notificados aumentó en 100 en las últimas 24 horas. El lunes pasado, el número total de casos fue de 3.563. Hubo 3 nuevas muertes reportadas en todo el condado.Ayer, el Condado de Riverside reportó un aumento de 20, uno de
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Firma farmacéutica de cannabis podría llegar a Desert Hot Springs
Royal Emerald Pharmaceuticals, con sede en San Diego, ha anunciado planes para trasladar sus operaciones de investigación y fabricación al antiguo edificio K-Mart en Palm Drive en Two Bunch Palms Trail en Desert Hot Springs. Un representante de la compañía le comento a nuestra cadena hermana News Channel 3 que la firma tiene planes de
Continue Reading Riverside County reports 100 new coronavirus cases, 3 deaths, & 15 recoveries
Riverside County now has a total of 4,454 cases. The number of reported cases increased by 100 in the past 24 hours. Last Monday, the total number of cases was 3,563. Visit KESQ.com/Coronavirus for local coverage There were 3 new reported deaths across the county. Yesterday, Riverside County reported an increase of 20, one of
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Rising temperatures continue through midweek
This afternoon has already surpassed yesterday’s high temperature by several degrees. Palm Springs and Thermal have recorded 106° as each of their highs. An Excessive Heat Warning went into effect at 10:00 a.m. this morning and will remain through the week. This string of dangerous temperatures can increase the risk of heat-related illness. Stay hydrated!
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Riverside County opening 8 new testing sites, two in the Coachella Valley
Riverside County will open eight new testing sites Wednesday, May 6 increasing testing capacity by additional 1,000 people per day. Editors note: The testing sites did not open on May 6. We reached out to county officials to find out why the sites weren’t open and when they will be ready to open. Officials have
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Large crowd gathers outside Riverside County Supervisors meeting
Large crowds gathered outside the Riverside County Board of Supervisors meeting this morning. Crowds held up signs demanding the reopening of the state. Photo courtesy of Rob McMillan – KABC The Board of Supervisors is expected to vote on a proposal to revoke the county’s health orders in favor of aligning with Governor Newsom’s stay-at-home
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#NeighborhoodHeroes: Palm Springs Supports Small Business is looking for volunteers
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, many small businesses are in need of help. A recent group called Palm Springs Supports Small Business has been formed to match volunteers with small businesses. Palm Springs Supports Small Business said they are dedicated to reaching out a helping hand to the Palm Springs small business community, especially now, during
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Palm Springs holds virtual town hall meeting discussing local business survival and recovery
Some restrictions to businesses across the state are being lifted Friday. That’s when California enters “phase 2” of Governor Newsom’s four-step plan to lift the stay-at-home order. News Channel 3’s Caitlin Thropay explains what that means to businesses and shoppers here in Coachella Valley. At Lilies flower shop in Palm Springs, florist Tammy Vradenburg is
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Cannabis pharmaceutical research firm taking over Kmart building in Desert Hot Springs
The building at the corner of Palm Drive and Two Bunch Palms in Desert Hot Springs was a Kmart until last October. This summer, a new company is moving in. It’s San Diego-based Royal Emerald Pharmaceuticals. “It’s exciting. It always feels good to be able to come in and help communities in need,” said Justin
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Riverside County District Attorney’s Office serves gang impact search warrant
The Riverside County Gang Impact Team, run by the Bureau of Investigation within the District Attorney’s Office, served a search warrant Tuesday morning in the area of 400 Sunset Way in Palm Springs. John Hall, Public Information Officer with the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office, said no shots were fired and only distraction devices were deployed.
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Palm Springs hiking trail fire believed to be caused by transients
Authorities were investigating a fire that broke out late Monday night on the Rimrock Hiking Trail in Palm Springs. The fire was about 100 feet away from a water tower near Palm Hills Drive, according to KESQ News Channel 3 Reporter Madison Weil who said crews were mopping up. The flames were first reported at
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Record-Breaking Heat in store for the Valley
Highs yesterday topped out at 101 at PSP, and today we’ll add to that number. An Excessive Heat Warning goes into effect at 10 a.m. and lass through Friday evening. High pressure will remain in place through Friday, and highs will be running between 105 and 110 through then, with a slight drop in highs
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