PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Palm Springs Unified School District (PSUSD) is inviting prospective educators to its 2026–2027 Teacher Recruitment Fair on Saturday, March 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the District Service Center. The district is seeking applicants across all subject areas who currently hold a teaching credential or will be eligible for one
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – A hiker was rescued today from the Cove Trail in La Quinta after suffering unspecified minor injuries. The rescue was reported at 10:33 a.m. Friday, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. The injured hiker and was taken to a hospital by ground ambulance, fire officials said. No
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Nicotine pouches are gaining popularity. Now, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reviewing whether certain ZYN products can legally be marketed as potentially reducing harm compared to cigarettes. That does not mean they are considered safe. Swedish Match, the maker of ZYN, has applied for what’s called a Modified
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RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) – After a 62-year-old woman was hit and killed earlier this week at Highway 111 and Frank Sinatra Drive, some residents are raising concerns about the intersection’s safety. News Channel 3 dug deeper into the story and found a string of recent deaths and major injury accidents at the roadway. On
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PALM DESERT, Calif (KESQ) – The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens has earned three nominations in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards: Best Zoo, Best Exhibit for its Australian Adventures habitat, and Best Zoo Membership. This national honor reflects the Zoo’s commitment to exceptional animal care, educational opportunities, and impactful conservational programs that aim
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PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Desert Aquatic Center’s lap pool reopening has been pushed back due to issues with equipment manufacturing and delivery timelines, officials announced. City officials said the lap pool, which was originally scheduled to open in February, is now expected to reopen in early-to-mid April. All major equipment — including
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MECCA, Calif. (KESQ) – Four hikers in a group of eight were rescued today of possible dehydration near the Ladder Canyon Trail near the community of Mecca. The rescue was reported shortly before 3:30 p.m. Thursday east of Mecca, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. The agency stated that a helicopter hoisted
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – Fairgoers attending the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival are finding more than rides and cinnamon rolls this year. They’re also finding free adoptable dogs. Riverside County Animal Services has set up an on-site adoption truck with air conditioning, giving families the chance to meet dogs ready for new homes.
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Desert Hot Springs, Calif. (KESQ) — An apartment fire at the Casa del Sol Apartments in Desert Hot Springs impacted multiple units and prompted assistance from the American Red Cross, officials said. Cal Fire crews responded late Wednesday night to the complex near Ocotillo Road and 4th Street. Authorities said the fire started in one
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – The fifth annual Veterans Fishing Derby will be held this weekend at Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park in La Quinta, with proceeds from a trout fishing tournament to benefit local veterans’ organizations. “This is an event that we help organize to bring veterans and the community out to Lake Cahuilla
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PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Construction is slated to begin Monday on more than $7.5 million in improvements to Demuth Park in Palm Springs, city officials announced this week. “This project reflects our long-term commitment to improving park access, safety and amenities for residents and visitors alike,” Nicholas Gonzalez, the city’s Parks and Recreation director,
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UPDATE 2/26/2026 Officials sent out an alert Thursday morning saying that Gene Autry is now open. at 11:30am they also announced that Indian Canyon at the wash is also now open. UPDATE 2/25/26 Gene Autry has been shut down due to windy conditions UPDATE 02/23/26: Officials sent out an alert Monday morning saying that North
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COACHELLA VALLEY , Calif. (KESQ) – A newly released community health report is offering one of the most comprehensive looks yet at the well-being of Coachella Valley residents, and researchers say the findings reveal both progress and urgent challenges. The 2025 Coachella Valley Community Health Survey, conducted by HARC (Health Assessment and Research for Communities), collected
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Amazon is opening a new 635,000 square foot facility in Desert Hot Springs. Officials say the facility will create more than 2,000 local jobs. “We have over 10,000 people leave our community every day to work somewhere in retail, medical, hospitality. And so having these jobs local for a
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EDITORS NOTE: An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated that Abraham Feinbloom pleaded guilty to a identity theft related felony in a 2014 Imperial County case. Court records reflect he pleaded to a misdemeanor violation of Penal Code 530.5 on Nov. 18, 2024. Ms. Melanie Roe was not Feinbloom’s counsel at the the time
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PUERTO VALLARTA, México. (KESQ) – A birthday trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, took an unexpected turn for a Palm Desert man, who was supposed to return back to the U.S on Monday, but his flight was canceled after violence erupted there this week. That unrest was in response to a Mexican military operation that killed
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INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) – A felon who gunned down an Indio man during a street confrontation stemming from an apparent grudge was convicted today of second-degree murder and other charges. After two days of deliberations, an Indio jury on Wednesday found Hilario Larry Muela Jr., 39, of Indio, guilty of the murder count, along with
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INDIAN WELLS, Calif. (KESQ) – The countdown is on at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden as crews put the finishing touches on the 2026 BNP Paribas Open. Qualifying rounds begin March 1, with main draw competition starting March 4. Tournament officials say excitement is already building as players arrive and fans prepare to return to
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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) – La Quinta residents are receiving flyers in the mail from the city outlining how to report short-term vacation rental (STVR) violations and verify whether a property is properly permitted. The informational card reminds residents that renting or advertising a STVR without a a valid permit is not allowed. It also
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COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – Environmental groups are voicing concerns over the Trump administration’s pick to lead the Bureau of Land Management. Steve Pearce is a former representative from New Mexico and was nominated by President Trump late last year. A nomination hearing in the Senate took place early Wednesday morning, with a vote expected
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