Record breaking heat!
Palm Springs broke the high temperature record today, previously set in 1985. The new record is 121°. The reason for this excessive, dangerous heat…
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Today brought record heat to areas of Southern California and we were close to breaking a record right here in Palm Springs. Today’s high temperature…
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Are patio misters and fans safe?
It’s that time of year. Temperatures reaching the one-teens, but that hasn’t stopped diners from heading out to eat on El Paseo. Misters and fans…
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Senior football players grapple with uncertain season
Until CIF makes an official decision on the 2020-2021 high school sports seasons schedules, which is expected before July 20, coaches and players are…
Continue Reading Above average trend continues
Today was a hot one in the desert. Palm Springs reached a high of 115°, that’s 3° warmer than yesterday and 8° above seasonal average. That trend…
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New head football coach Esquibel says Shadow Hills will be ready when season starts
High school football coaches are preparing for a schedule that has yet to be determined. CIF said it will make a decision on the 2020-2021 sports…
Continue Reading An above average Fourth of July weekend
Happy Fourth of July! Today was a hot one, with the high temperature in Palm Springs reaching 112°. It’s going to be a warm evening, too!…
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Local gyms, gym-goers react to mask requirement while working out
Masks are now required while working out per county and city orders. Palm Springs implemented this order Wednesday night, followed by the county…
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Local restaurants adapt to outdoor-only seating
Restaurants are finding creative ways to keep business going despite being limited to outdoor seating only. Elmer’s in Palm Springs has put tents on…
Continue Reading The cool-down continues
Today we felt the impacts of a low pressure system moving in. The high temperature in Palm Springs dropped from 111° on Saturday to 102° today.…
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Palm Desert alumni create childcare service for medical workers during pandemic
A group of former Palm Desert student athletes found themselves home from college a little earlier than expected due to the coronavirus pandemic.…
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CIF establishes physical examination waiver for fall sports
The California Interscholastic Federation has established a physical examination waiver for Fall 2020 sports. Due to potential delays because of…
Continue Reading Welcoming a cool-down
The above average trend that we’ve been experiencing is about to shift. A trough of low pressure moves in tomorrow cooling temperatures down…
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California DMV offices resume driving tests with new protocols
Behind-the-wheel driving tests are back in action starting today at California DMV’s. These tests were suspended mid-March due to the COVID-19…
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Poor air quality from Thermal mulch fire causes concerns
Air quality is still an issue from the mulch fire that began Wednesday morning in Thermal, especially for those living nearby. “I just want better…
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Temperatures are slowly warming up as high pressure continues to build over Southern California. Palm Springs was warmer today by 1°. That trend…
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Laker legend AC Green helping combat coronavirus in the Coachella Valley
On Friday, Laker legend AC Green was in the desert lending a helping hand in the fight against coronavirus. Green is an advisory board member for…
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Happy Summer Solstice! Today at 2:43 p.m. the summer season began and that means it’s the longest day and shortest night of the year. The summer…
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Palm Springs community celebrates Juneteenth, supports black-owned businesses
Members of the Palm Springs community came together to celebrate Juneteenth this afternoon with a barbecue outside of the James O. Jesse Desert…
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Local teenage activists plan Juneteenth celebrations
The Juneteenth holiday is recognized in California and most states across the country tomorrow, June 19. The day commemorates the emancipation…
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