PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ)– PS Drone Fest 2025, the largest drone festival in North America, will take place from March 21–23 at Palm Springs High School, featuring groundbreaking technology, drone competitions, and inspiring keynotes speakers. The event is hosted by the Palm Springs Unified School District, aligning with its growing drone programs across schools. Event
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PALM SPRINGS, Calf. (KESQ) – Rainfall this morning in the Coachella Valley is leaving roads slick. Sp far, all three washrooms remain open. Drivers should be cautious on the roads today. If you’re out driving, slow down, maintain extra space between vehicles, and be aware that wet roads can be slippery. Keep your headlights on
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)– The 10th Annual BNP Paribas Scholarship Awards are taking place at Indio High School. Four exceptional students will be awarded $20,000 college scholarships each, recognizing their academic and athletic achievements. The scholarship recipients, who demonstrated excellence both in the classroom and on the athletic field, will be honored by BNP Paribas executives,
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) — 48 juniors from the Palm Springs Unified School District will spend their spring break touring Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs). The district is sponsoring this 9-day college tour, covering transportation, lodging, and meals. Students applied to attend this tour, and they were selected for their
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – As we adjust to daylight saving time, many of us might still be feeling the effects of that lost hour of sleep. According to a study from the University of Colorado, fatal car crashes increase by 6% in the week after daylight saving time begins. This increase can be linked to
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Renowed actress Mädchen Amick, as seen on Riverdale and Twin Peaks, and her family have united to create the inclusive mental health foundation Don’t MiND Me. It’s a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending the stigma surrounding mental illness and providing direct support to those in need. Right now, the foundation
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – The 9th Annual Edition of Cathedral City’s LGBT+ Days begins Friday. This is California’s first Pride celebration of the year. Presented by Agua Caliente Casinos, the event will feature live performances, a parade, a Bed Race, a Pride Drone Show, drag shows, and more. The weekend kicks off with a
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – Ms. Stephanie Sturgeon, a Career Technical Education teacher at Cathedral City High School, is making an impact by providing her students with life-saving certifications. Walter Clarke from Walter Clarke Legal Group surprised her with the One Class at a Time Award on Thursday to help further her efforts. Sturgeon’s students
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – As strong winds and the chance of rain move toward the Coachella Valley, both roads and events could be impacted. The main wash roads in and out of Palm Springs, North Indian Canyon, Gene Autry Trail, and Vista Chino, remain open for now. News Channel 3 is also monitoring the
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The 15th Annual Patrick Warburton Celebrity Golf Tournament kicks off this week, bringing more than 75 celebrities to Palm Desert from March 5-9, 2025. The event, known as The Warburton, aims to raise millions for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In 2024, The Warburton raised a record-breaking $5.4 million for St. Jude, bringing the total
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – FirstBank, one of the nation’s largest privately held banks with a focus on “banking for good,” celebrates Coachella Valley Giving Day (CV Giving Day) today. Donors can search hundreds of local nonprofits and give – as little as $10- at CVGivingDay.org. “Donating on CV Giving Day supports your favorite nonprofits
Continue Reading Be a part of the mission to help children beat cancer! St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is doing miracle work, raising the survival rate for childhood cancer from just 20% in 1962 to over 80% today. Every year, they treat more than 8,000 children at no cost to their families, thanks to the generosity of
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President Trump has warned schools and states they’ll lose funding if they don’t cut DEI programs. On February 14th, The U.S. Department of Education issued a Dear Colleague Letter to institutions receiving federal funds instructing them to stop using race-based preferences or stereotypes in areas such as admissions, hiring, promotions, scholarships, compensation, and discipline. Public schools
Continue Reading The St. Jude Dream Home in La Quinta is coming along beautifully, and today, February 21st,is the final chance to purchase tickets for your chance to win not only the stunning house but also a special early bird prize! The early bird prize is a Michael Phelps Legend Series LSX 900 hot tub with cover,
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Modernism Week is wrapping up this Sunday, but there’s still time to explore some stunning homes. One standout is the Vibe House, offering a unique take on mid-century modern design with an explosion of color, diverging from the usual minimalist style. The house was built in 1965, and it was renoved in 1973 by Jack
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Healthcare workers in Riverside County are joining together tonight in Corona for an emergency town hall meeting, calling on House Representatives to oppose cuts to Medicare funding. They are urging Congressman Ken Calvert to oppose these cuts. The possible cuts could severely impact local hospitals like Eisenhower Health, where 20-25% of ER patients rely on
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GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Monjaro have gained popularity for weight loss, leading to rising costs for insurance companies. Studies show that GLP-1s can lead to substantial weight loss, with some individuals losing up to 10% of their body weight when used appropriately. And from 2022 and 2023, prescriptions of GLP-1 medications for obesity patients more than
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Desert modernism defines Palm Springs’ unique style. Whether you’re visiting or a local, the next 10 days offers a chance to explore the city’s design, architecture, and lifestyle. News Channel 3’s Allie Anthony has what you can look forward to during Modernism Week.
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Blame it on high divorce rates or changing societal norms— but fewer people are looking for love. According to a Pew research, society has seemed to fall out of love with romance. “Half of singles say they are not currently looking for a relationship or dates, while a growing share of Americans are not getting
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The Riverside County Fair & Date Festival is back with more rides, date-filled foods, and dates! This event will run for 13 days, with the closing day on March 2nd. This year’s festival will feature more than 40 date-infused fair food items, including date shakes, date cheesecake funnel cakes, deep-fried dates, and date beer-battered corn
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