THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – I’ve been picking sand out of my eyes and hair for the past few days, but thankfully, we’re being treated to some fantastic weather as we head into Easter Sunday and the final day of Coachella’s second weekend! Winds have eased today and are down compared to yesterday (where Palm
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – Did you receive $2 in the mail asking for your response to a survey? If you did, you were likely randomly chosen for a health survey ran by Health Assessment and Research for Communities, or HARC, Inc. 25,000 valley households were invited to participate in the survey online or in-person
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – A report released last month showed Californians lost $3.54 billion to cybercrime in the form of scams, fraud, and ransomware. While it’s easy to brush off this data and think you’d never fall victim to an online scam, one Cathedral City man, Bill Lewis, learned his lesson the hard way. Just a
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Tax Day is nearly upon Americans. In recent weeks, local tax preparers have expressed their concern surrounding fewer clients filing early and have predicted that more taxpayers could request extensions this year. With higher prices and economic uncertainty in the minds of Americans, taxpayers are feeling the pinch. Some recently
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s been a hot stretch here in the Coachella Valley – we were threatening records just a couple of days ago – but cooler temperatures will soon be on the way! Before then, we’re still tracking a warm start to the week. Temperatures on Monday should be similar to what
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – After a fiery crash that News Channel Three was first on scene at Tuesday night, one witness recounts that victims were screaming, “Help! Help!” First responders make it clear: it’s important to help, but assess the situation first. Don’t become a victim yourself. “If a vehicle is on fire and
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Fears of deportation are growing after the IRS finalized an agreement on Monday to share taxpayer data with the Department of Homeland Security. The IRS will turn over information to the DHS regarding undocumented immigrants who are facing deportation orders or are being criminally investigated. Here in the Coachella Valley,
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Several construction projects are slowing traffic in the Coachella Valley this week. In Cathedral City, slowdowns are expected along East Palm Canyon Drive between Canyon Plaza and Perez Road. All lanes are open during the daytime hours on Monday, but traffic control will be in place for both directions of
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s been another gorgeous weekend in the valley as the winds departed and warmer temperatures took its place. We’re continuing to warm up in the Coachella Valley this week as high pressure builds and our warming trend continues! As A Minecraft Movie takes the box office by storm, maybe you’re
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – Overall, it’s been a gorgeous day in the valley as temperatures continue to rebound towards seasonal averages. As we continue through the weekend and into next week, we should be seeing highs well above average in the near future – a great change for those who love the heat! It
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The City of Desert Hot Springs is breaking ground on a road improvement project along Hacienda Avenue, a main road that crosses through the center of the city. City officials say the improvement project, which is set to continue through March 2026, will bring new bike lanes, better street lighting,
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – “How to fall safely.” That’s the concept behind a new class being held by one Palm Desert gym owner who is eager to help her community prevent injury. As people age, risk of falling – and injury stemming from those falls – increases drastically. Kaiser Permanente says 1 in 4
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – A First Alert Weather Alert is in place until early Wednesday morning. During this time, expect continued breezy to gusty winds up to 60 MPH, reduced visibility, and poor air quality. A Wind Advisory has been extended to Wednesday at 2:00 a.m. This includes the Coachella Valley, the San Gorgonio
Continue Reading THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s been quite an unpleasant couple of days in the Coachella Valley as gusty weather has led to poor air quality, road closures, and visibility issues. Unfortunately, we’re still seeing more of the same – even into the middle of next week. We’re seeing a brief lull (relatively speaking) in
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – After a pursuit crash injured a family in Indio late last month, police training and tactics related to vehicle pursuits are under scrutiny. This comes as a San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputy was killed and a bystander was injured in a vehicle pursuit last week, too. College of the Desert’s
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s been a warm weekend! Highs have climbed higher than yesterday, and as we start the work week, we’re expecting even warmer weather on the way. Drink plenty of water, try to stay cool, and put on some sunscreen! We’re tracking predominantly clear skies over the Coachella Valley over the
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – It’s the first weekend of spring, and it’s a warm one in the Coachella Valley! As high pressure continues to build, we’re seeing clear blue skies and a whole lot of warmth. The Thermal Club IndyCar Grand Prix kicks off at 12:00 p.m. tomorrow! It’ll be a warm 86° by
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Jury deliberations got underway today in the penalty phase of trial for a convicted felon who killed his year-old daughter and stabbed his pregnant wife during a child custody exchange in Indian Wells. Adam Slater, 53, of Palm Desert killed baby Madalyn in 2020 during an act of rage that
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THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. (KESQ) – An agency that has provided federal money to Coachella Valley libraries and museums is facing cuts after President Trump issued an executive order slashing the Institute of Museum and Library Services. According to the American Library Association, the Institute is the nation’s only federal agency that provides funding for America’s
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CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) – As federal agencies like the Small Business Administration (SBA) face cuts amid the Trump administration’s downsizing efforts, some local businesses have questions about what it means for them. The SBA provides resources and funding for mom-and-pops to help them start, grow, and expand. This includes providing loans to businesses and
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